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Last week, SVP of Hockey Operations Jayna Hefford, spoke as a panelist on Olympics Over: What’s Next for Women in Sports" with MAKERS Women. Watch the full panel here! ⤵ 📺 https://lnkd.in/ehN8euFM

PWHL Montréal's Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey are featured on the cover of and tell their story for the first time in Lez Spread the Word's newest issue that highlights the power of 'Duos.' The issue also includes an entire women's hockey section led by guest editor and 2024 PWHL Defender of the Year Erin Ambrose!

SVP of Hockey Operations, Jayna Hefford, will be joining #MAKERS Live on LinkedIn! This week's session will highlight what's next for women in sports and tap into the cultural influence of women athletes and brand leaders. Today, Wednesday, August 14 at 12:30 PM ET! RSVP here with MAKERS Women: bit.ly/4di1XRy

Home Sweet Home 🏆 The Walter Cup is officially a part of the Hockey Hall of Fame's "Women’s Hockey – Celebrating Excellence" display alongside other artifacts received from the inaugural season. "The Walter Cup represents excellence in women’s hockey, and the Hockey Hall of Fame is known for preserving hockey history at its highest level. This museum is the rightful place— and only place— for the Walter Cup to call its home." - Jayna Hefford, SVP of Hockey Operations. Story from the HHOF: bit.ly/3Svgf9q 📸 A. Sorrentino/HHOF

We are extremely proud to share that PWHL SVP of Business Operations, Amy Scheer, has been named to the SBJ Game Changers Class of 2024! 🎉 The Class includes the most influential women in sports business, representing various teams and leagues, media and marketing companies, and more.

SVP of Hockey Operations, Jayna Hefford, will be speaking at #ElevateFest2024! The Elevate Festival brings together leaders in tech and innovation to inspire others to be innovative and make an impact.  More information on the Festival: elevatefestival.ca/  

Congratulations to PWHL Minnesota Captain Kendall Coyne Schofield on her role in Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2! This recent story from Front Office Sports highlights the PWHL and explains how this year has been monumental for women's sports. It speaks on how Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2 has created extensive exposure for women's hockey, and how both the league and movie are inspiring future generations of youth-players.   Read online now: https://lnkd.in/eaWjinea

We're honored to partner with Pride Live as they prepare to open their doors on June 28. Together, we're honoring LGBTQIA+ history, celebrating the legacy of the Stonewall Rebellion, and empowering future generations. Learn more about this inspiring project at the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center at stonewallvisitorcenter.org. #MeetUsAtTheMonument #PrideLive

After being recognized by the Sports Business Journal as the 2024 Sports Breakthrough of the Year, we are thrilled to share that this week's issue features Minnesota Captain Kendall Coyne Schofield, hoisting The Walter Cup as the team is crowned the first-ever Walter Cup Champions. The featured story written by Alex Silverman speaks on the league's successful inaugural season and what the future holds. Read online now: bit.ly/4bIsQh5

The PWHL has been named the Sports Business Journal Sports Breakthrough of the Year! We are deeply grateful for our leadership, staff, players, partners, and amazing fans who have come together to break records in attendance, viewership, social engagement and partnerships throughout our inaugural season. “There are more than 200 employees who aren’t able to be with us tonight, each of whom took a bet,” Billie Jean King said during her acceptance speech. “This award is a significant achievement for hockey, and women’s sports. And on a personal note, I’ve waited my entire life for moments like this..." Thank you Sports Business Journal for this incredible honor. We are just getting started! 📰 bit.ly/4bLi2ye