Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Women’s Notes: Non-Conference Competition Ramps Up

Split Decision for Top 15 Ranked Matchup, Penn State at UConn

The weekend was filled with non-conference matchups, as the No. 9-ranked UConn Huskies split against the No. 12 Penn State Nittany Lions.

The UConn Huskies completed a third-period comeback to win the first game at home 3-2. Three different players scored for the Huskies in the comeback victory.

Senior forward Brianna Ware (Pointe-Claire, Quebec) started the comeback on the power play early in the third period. Freshman Claire Murdoch (Toronto, Ontario) tallied her first goal of the season to tie the game, while junior Brooke Campbell (Essex, Ontario) sealed the win, netting her first of the season with three minutes left in the game.

However, on Saturday, Penn State secured its first-ever win over UConn in program history. The Nittany Lions’ special teams led the way to a 4-2 victory with a shorthanded goal, two power-play goals, and four successful penalty kills.

Junior forward Tessa Janecke (Orangeville, Ill.) opened the scoring for Penn State with a shorthanded goal, the sixth of her career, and later added an assist. Penn State’s goalie, Katie DeSa (Jr., Pawcatuck, Conn.), made 27 saves while playing in her home state.

Other non-conference matchups that resulted in weekend splits included Minnesota Duluth at Colgate, Quinnipiac at Northeastern, and RIT at Union. For final scores and upcoming games, check out the composite schedule.

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Breaking Barriers:

Cornell women’s hockey alumna Jessica Campbell (2010-14) is the first woman to be a full-time assistant coach in the NHL. Campbell was named assistant coach on July 3 and coached her first regular-season game in the Kraken’s home opener against the Blues on Tuesday afternoon.

Campbell was a standout at Cornell before playing three seasons with the Calgary Inferno of the CWHL. Her international accolades include winning gold with the Canadian women’s team at the 2010 IIHF World U18 Championship and the 2014 4 Nations Cup, as well as silver at the 2009 World U18 Championship and the 2015 World Championship and 4 Nations Cup.

She may be breaking barriers as the first female assistant coach in the NHL, but to her players, she’s simply Coach Campbell.

“I think she’s just another coach, someone who worked really hard to get to where they were. Guys in Coachella all raved about her and said she was awesome; their power play was really good. They all had great things to say about her and I’m sure the organization and people hiring her went through the process and saw her qualifications. She’s lived up to those expectations so far and when you come to the rink, she’s just another coach.” – Kraken Forward Matty Beniers

Frozen Future:

The NCAA recently announced the 2027 and 2028 host sites for national championships, including the Women’s Frozen Four. The next four site hosts are:

2025: Ridder Arena, Minneapolis, Minnesota
2026: Pegula Ice Arena, Centre County, Pennsylvania
2027: AMSOIL Arena, Duluth, Minnesota
2028: Martire Family Arena, Fairfield, Connecticut

Must Read:

Ohio State Buckeyes: Ice Breaker Tournament to be Played at the Schottenstein Center

New England Hockey Journal: 10 Players to Watch in New England DI Women’s College Hockey

NHL.com: Campbell Ready to Make History With Kraken

NHL.com: Color of Hockey Winter Sports Mural at Maryland Rink

The Hockey News: Family Ties Strong on Morgan Jackson’s Hockey Journey

The Hockey News: Top 10 NCAA Players to Watch Right Now

Must Hear:

The PodKaz: Reflections on Early Results and WCHA Commissioner Michelle McAteer

Locked on the NHL: Women’s Hockey Spotlight: Rivalry Series Roster for Team USA

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work:

They Syracuse Orange picked up a sweep this weekend with back-to-back 4-0 wins. The Orange won in true team fashion as all eight goals on the weekend were scored by different players. Goal scorers included Jackson Kinsler (So., Madison, Wisconsin), Tatum White (Gr., Kingston, Ontario), Jessica Cheung (Fr., Ottawa, Ontario), Maya D’Arcy (Jr., Cambridge, Ontario), Jocelyn Fiala (So., Clavet, Saskatchewan), Charli Kettyle (Gr., Perth, Ontario), Charlotte Hallett (Jr., Markham, Ontario), and Rylee McLeod (Fr., Grand Prairie, Alberta).

It was a short rest for the Orange as they faced off against St. Lawrence Tuesday night on the road. Their first road trip of the season since their season-opening series at Minnesota Duluth was postponed.

Playing the Long Game:

After a scoreless five-minute overtime, New Hampshire and Assumption’s best-of-three shootout extended to seven rounds on Saturday. Assumption netminder Jadyn Weiser (So., Albertville, Minn.) made 54 saves and led the Greyhounds to a shootout victory over the Wildcats.

Fit To Print:

“We are honored to have had Gigi Marvin be a part of our organization in our inaugural season,” said Boston Fleet General Manager Danielle Marmer. “Gigi’s storied career, which includes three Olympic medals, multiple World Championships, and a legacy as an ambassador for women’s hockey, has left an indelible mark on the game. As a leader both on and off the ice, Gigi’s contributions to the growth of the sport and her impact as a teammate have been invaluable.”

–Boston Fleet GM Danielle Marmer on Gigi Marvin’s retirement from hockey.

A Warroad, Minnesota native, Marvin played at the University of Minnesota from 2005-09 and finished her career with 196 points. As a Gopher she was named WCHA Rookie of the year in 2006, one of nine Gophers to receive this award, and a two-time top-10 finalist for the Patty Kazmaier Award.

PWHL Note of the Week:

The PWHL announced all six markets will host youth hockey clinics ahead of the 2024-25 season. Director of Player Development & Grassroots Growth, Kristen Richards, said the goal is foster the next generation of hockey talent and the clinics mark a significant milestone for the PWHL.

Fries at the Bottom of the Bag:

Mankato’s Shari Dickerman won her first game as head coach for the Mavericks … Northeastern senior Skylar Irving (Kingston, Mass.) factored into each of the Huskies four goals in their win over Quinnipiac … Lola Reid (Fr. Lincoln, Neb.) racked up four points in her first three collegiate games for Boston University … Robert Morris D Thalia D’Elia (So. West Chester, Pa.) was named AHA Defensive Player of the Week for the second consecutive week … Union’s freshman forward, Jill Wilis (South Glens Falls, N.Y.) notched her first collegiate goal against RIT … Wisconsin D Caroline Harvey (Salem, N.H.) moved into 10^th in school history in career scoring by a defender as the junior now has 82 career points … Vermont senior goalie Sydney Correa (Georgetown, Mass.) earned a new career high 36 saves Friday night against the Clarkson Golden Knights.

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