Hockey is making progress in diversity, with six U.S. born Black players in the NHL, three Black players in the PWHL, three Black players in the NCHC, and one Black assistant coach, but more needs to be done to encourage more people of color to participate in the game.
Sophie Jaques
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PWHL Minnesota wins championship, aims to attract more women of color
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has completed its inaugural season, with PWHL Minnesota winning the championship, and the league is committed to attracting more young girls of color to the sport.
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Women’s Hockey League first-ever championship down to final face-off
Black Girls Hockey Club is working to promote hockey to Black girls and bring more Black fans to the game.
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Diverse representation shines in women’s hockey as Minnesota and Toronto battle for overtime win
Two Black PWHL players, Sophie Jaques and Sarah Nurse, scored two goals in an overtime game, while Minnesota and Toronto celebrated Black History Month at the University of Minnesota’s Mariucci Arena.
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Three sistas make hockey inroads
‘I think it’s great that there’s a group of girls of color coming,” said Edwards, who’s from Cleveland. “That’s kind of what I want to work towards.’