The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation has officially announced its 2023 roster for the Peewee Tournament in Quebec from February 9 to 18, 2023.
Players will participate in games at various rinks around Quebec City and there will be over 120 teams involved. The Princeton Tiger Lillies Black will have a team high of 12 athletes on the roster. Maya Sturm (‘10) will be one of the two goalies joining the squad along with Palmona Larocque (‘11) from the Philadelphia Junior Flyers.
The other 11 players from the Tiger Lillies Black are Sarah Vang (‘11), Kinlea Bulger (‘10), Avery Baile (‘10), Alexis Moslin (‘10), Fiona Hannaford (‘10), Mackenzie Miller (‘11), Lauren Letts (‘11), Neve Kothare (‘10), Khloe Miller (‘11), Velia Jensen (‘10) and Fiona McAllister (‘10).
Eva Lebel (‘11) and Carolina Coen (‘10) will be joining the Peewee Quebec team from the Philadelphia Junior Flyers along with their goalie Larocque.
Samantha Locke (‘11), Olivia Pelle (‘11) and Cassidy Dailey (‘10) will be rounding out the teams 2023 roster coming from Philadelphia Hockey Club Belles, Hollydell Hurricanes and Jersey Hitmen.
Repost from Black Bear Sports Group
Annville, PA – An affiliate of Black Bear Sports Group, Inc. (“Black Bear”) has entered into a definitive
agreement to acquire Klick Lewis Arena in Annville, PA (the “Arena”). The Agreement is subject to
normal course closing conditions. The Arena features three ice sheets, a bar/restaurant, pro shop and a
dedicated gym for its players. The transaction also includes a partnership with the Palmyra Black
Knights (“PBK”), the elite Tier I and Tier II youth hockey program. The Arena is also home to many
figure skaters and recreational skaters in the area along with numerous tournaments due to its proximity
to Hershey, PA. The Sellers were Harold and Chad Weaver, Founders of H.R. Weaver Building
Systems and the creators/developers of the Arena. Antoine Bergeron, hockey director and the architect
of the growth of the Palmyra Black Knights, will continue to lead the club and will assume a senior role
with Black Bear. Black Bear, the largest owner-operator of ice rinks in the U.S., was founded by CEO
Murry Gunty in 2015.
“It has been a great honor to build and own Klick Lewis as it is an important part of our community,” said
Chad Weaver, Owner of H.R. Weaver Building Systems and owner of Klick Lewis Arena. “When we
first conceived of the idea for the rink, we never could have imagined it would become such a popular
and successful venue. While it is a bittersweet sale, we believe that our rink and all the local families
will be in good hands with Black Bear.”
“Klick Lewis fits in perfectly with our other Hershey regional rinks and the Palmyra Black Knights fit in
perfectly with our leagues, so this was a location that we have long coveted,” said Murry N. Gunty,
Founder and CEO of Black Bear. “More importantly, the hidden gem in the transaction is Antoine
Bergeron – he is among the best in the industry and we look forward to bringing the full strength of our
organization to help him and his team grow PBK into a regional powerhouse.”
“I am excited to stay on board and continue to develop players in the PBK program and support Black
Bear’s overall hockey business,” said Antoine Bergeron. “I believe that with Black Bears ascension
program including its USHL and NAHL teams along with its elite level leagues that PBK will continue to
field elite level teams and grow its already strong presence in Central PA.”
“Our mission is to continue growing hockey and ice sports in the Mid-Atlantic and are thrilled to add
another Tier I franchise that we can support through our numerous junior team franchises such as the
Youngstown Phantoms of the USHL,” said Ryan Scott, Vice President of Black Bear. “Under Antoine’s
leadership, we also look forward to growing our league and tournament businesses in Hershey, Central
PA and the rest of the Mid-Atlantic and expect to host numerous boys and girls events in Klick Lewis.”
About Black Bear Sports Group, Inc.
Black Bear Sports Group, Inc. is a privately held company formed by Murry Gunty and Blackstreet
Capital Holdings, LLC in 2015 that seeks investments in sports and entertainment facilities, teams, and
youth sports events. Black Bear arenas are clean, professionally managed, and offer world-class
recreational programs. Black Bear focuses on ice arenas in metropolitan areas with compelling
demographics, markets with a National Hockey League club presence and arenas with existing youth
hockey clubs. Black Bear not only features the ability to acquire healthy and stable arenas, but also the
expertise required to turn around mismanaged or under-performing facilities. The largest
owner/operator of ice rinks in the U.S., Black Bear’s footprint totals 32 facilities across the United States
with 57 sheets of indoor ice, four indoor turf fields, 25 youth hockey clubs, four youth hockey leagues
(Atlantic Hockey Federation, Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation Tier 1 Hockey Federation, and National
Girls Hockey League) and four Junior “A” hockey franchises with membership in the United States
Hockey League, North American Hockey League, USPHL NC
Watch the highlights from Week 3 Federation Focus
WBS Lady Knights 12U Candace Hall assists in the teams first shutout of the season
Watch the highlights from Week 3 Federation Focus
MYHA 10U extend season record to 11-0 with win over Fillies
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation had its second showcase this past weekend for 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 19U. 109 games were played over 50 teams at this showcase. Here are some standout teams from this past weekend.
Montgomery Youth Hockey Association 10U (11-0): The MYHA outscored their opponents this weekend 36-2 with goalies, Logan Nagl and Matteson Weeks having dominant performances. Montgomery had 12 different athletes score in their four weekend games and are looking to continue their win streak this next weekend.
Princeton Tiger Lilies Black 12U (8-0): The Tiger Lilies had an undefeated 4-0 weekend. They did not allow a goal all weekend against their opponents and had 13 different girls score goals. Lauren Letts leads Princeton with 17 points in five games and 11 goals.
Diamond Princeton Tiger Lilies Black 14U (13-0): The Diamond Princeton Tiger Lilies Black team had a great weekend going 4-0 with dominant efforts by many players.
Diamond NJ Bandits 16U (14-1): The Diamond NJ Bandits played three games over the weekend improving their overall record to 14-1. They defeated the New York Islanders 2-0, Princeton Tiger Lilies Orange 3-1 and the St. James 5-0. Hannah Rosenheck and Claire Chanfrau led the team with two goals each this weekend. With those goals, Rosencheck is at 49 points on the season with 32 goals and 17 assists.
York Lady Devils 19U (13-0): The York Lady Devils dominated this weekend only allowing 2 goals and scoring 21 goals against their four opponents. Bridget Bayles played all four games and brought her GAA to 1.08 with a 0.903 save percentage. They will face off on Saturday, November 12 twice against the York Lady Devils and look to continue their undefeated streak.
Watch the highlights from Week 3 Federation Focus
Rockets Hockey Club Black 19U finish the weekend with a 3-game winning streak
Watch the highlights from Week 2 Federation Focus
Princeton Tiger Lilies Black 12U Fiona Hannaford in the shootout extending PTL’s record to 4-0
The AGHF announces the Players of the Week for the week ending October 30, 2022. The Players of the Week is a weekly feature during the 2022-23 season that honors players in all divisions. Only players that are nominated by their respective teams are considered.
Age Level / Division: 10U
Team: Saugerties Fillies
Player: Madison Lawrence (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 1, Assists: 6
“Madison Lawrence had a coming out party as a playmaker this weekend. Constantly used her feet to draw defenders to her and fed open teammates over the weekend,” said Coach Dimitri Matthews.
–
Age Level / Division: 12U
Team: WBS Lady Knights
Player: Layla Klapak (D) – Games: 2, Goals: 2, Assists: 2
“Layla had an outstanding defensive weekend and also contributing on offense with 4 points (2G, 2A) in two games.,” said Coach Andy McDonald.
–
Age Level / Division: 14U Diamond
Team: South Pittsburgh Rebellion
Player: Reagan Fisher (F) – Games: 4, Goals:6, Assists: 1
“Usually known for providing solid forechecking and back checking; Reagan scored 6 goals and had an assist in a 4-0 weekend in great games,” said Coach Hammel.
–
Age Level / Division: 16U Platinum
Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms Youth
Player: Megan Ferenchak (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 3, Assists: 1
“Megan had the best game of her young career this past weekend. She was winning faceoffs, winning one on one battles, making great passes, swarming the net, and was relentless on the forecheck making the other team turn the puck over,” said Coach Cody Ruff.
–
Age Level / Division: 19U
Team: Princeton Tiger Lilies
Player: Lucy Fassler (G) – Games: 33, Goals Against: 1, Saves: 3
HONORABLE MENTIONS
12U
Viviana Ranawat (F) NJ Bandits
Meilan Hagt (F) Princeton Tiger Lilies
14U
Lyla Picker (F) Princeton Tiger Lilies
Kayla Capecci (F) Princeton Tiger Lilies
16U
16U – Samantha Scott (F) Maryland Jr Black Bears
16U – Abigael Gallagher (F) Princeton Tiger Lilies
Watch the highlights from Week 2 Federation Focus
Maryland Jr Black Bears 16U Platinum Samantha Scott with 3 goals in a 6-0 win
Watch the highlights from Week 2 Federation Focus
Philadelphia Belles 19U finish the weekend 3-0 with the winning goal by Sienna Stone