Finishing a St. Lawrence University career last year with 103 points wouldn’t be as remarkable if Annie Guay were a forward. But the Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec native plays defense. And she has a slapshot that knows how to find the net.
That shot is something her Montreal Stars teammates are thankful for. Guay helped the Stars win the first-ever Clarkson Cup national women’s hockey championship last year.
"Annie has a strong slapshot. She is great at supporting the attack," says teammate and Stars captain Lisa-Marie Breton-Lebreux. "I love playing with Annie. She brings intensity to the game and in the room." .... [read more]

Any parents who wonder if hockey teaches values should meet former Olympian Sami Jo Small.
They’ll sign their child up, guaranteed.
You can sense her warmth, grace and leadership from the first handshake and smile. The Mississauga Chiefs’ goaltender is grounded, committed and inspirational.
“Sami Jo Small is a person who works very hard at whatever she is doing,” says Sommer West, Small’s teammate and the Chiefs’ captain. “Sami is a good-hearted and kind person to all. She always takes the time to talk with kids and any fans waiting ... [read more]

At 5’4”, assistant captain Lindsay Vine is one of the smaller players on the Burlington Barracudas. But the 28-year-old league veteran is not a small presence.
She’s a grinder, a playmaker and an encourager on the Barracudas, using positive talk to motivate her teammates. She steps up with effort and attitude when her team is down.
Pat Cocklin, the Barracuda’s head coach, says that Vine sets the tone for the rest of the team.
“She is a great leader who plays on both sides and has great offensive skills,” says Cocklin. “She is a very important part of the puzzle. She leads by example, ... [read more]