Another exciting week of action across the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is in the books, and the performances did not disappoint. From clutch goals to lockdown defense and strong play between the pipes, these athletes made their impact felt and earned recognition as this week’s Players of the Week, along with a talented group of Honorable Mentions.
Congratulations to all the players recognized for the week ending September 13 — your hard work and dedication continue to shine on the ice!
Players of the Week:
10U Diamond: Kimberly Bajada – New York Islanders 10U Diamond – Goaltender – 40 GP, 20 SVS
10U Diamond: Abigail Farson – Stateline Hawks 10U Diamond – Skater 1 GP, 4 G, 3 A
12U Diamond: Grayson Abizeid – New York Islanders 12U Diamond – Skater – 2 GP, 5 G, 0 A
12 Platinum: Sloane Hogarth – Stateline 12U Platinum – Forward – 8 G, 2 A, 2 GP
14U Diamond: Elishka Ledvon – Snider 14U Diamond – Center – 7 G, 0 A, 2 GP
14U Diamond: Rory Stacy – CT Ice Cats 14U Diamond – Goaltender – 2 GP, 21 SVS, 3 GA
14U Elite: Emerson DeMarco – Jr. Flyers 14U Elite – Forward – 2 G, 0 A, 2 GP
14U Elite: Addison LaFerriere – Saugerties Fillies 14U Elite – Goaltender – 2 GP, 46 SVS, 5 GA
14U Platinum: Emma Laielli – Philadelphia Liberties 14U Platinum – Forward – 1 G, 0 A, 1 GP
14U Platinum: Elizabeth Margolis – New Jersey Jets 14U Platinum – Goaltender – 2 GP, 28 SVS, 3 GA
16U Diamond: Catherine Cortelli – North Jersey Avalanche 16U Diamond – Skater – 1 GP, 2 G, 3 A
16U Elite: Elizabeth Alt – MYHA 16U Elite – Goaltender – 1 GP, 41 SVS, 2 GA
19U Diamond: Paige King – Union Thunder – Goaltender – 58 SVS, 2 GA, 2 GP
19U Diamond: Ella Dinola – Yale Jr Bulldogs – Forward – 3 G, 0 A, 1 GP
19U Elite: Meryl Lawson – NJ Bandits 19U Elite
19U Elite: Addison Kelly – Princeton Tiger Lillies
19U Platinum: Gianna Latini – 16/19U South Jersey Monarchs – Forward – 1 G, 2 A, 2 GP
19U Platinum : Hannah Greeley – Potomac Lady Patriots 19U Platinum – Goaltender
Honorable Mentions:
19U Diamond: Emleyn Costello – Philadelphia Liberties 19U – Goaltender
19U Elite: Julia Kaminsky – LVPY 19U AA Elite – Forward
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation continued its early-season action with 37 completed games across 13 divisions on Saturday and Sunday. Teams from the Elite, Diamond and Platinum tiers took the ice from 10U through 19U, with sweeps, close finishes and crossover matchups highlighting the weekend.
Jr Flyers Lead Elite Action
The Philadelphia Jr Flyers put together a strong weekend at the Elite level. The 14U Elite squad swept Team Long Island in its Saturday doubleheader to finish 2-0, while the 16U Elite Jr Flyers followed suit Sunday with two wins over MYHA.
In 14U Elite, the North Jersey Avalanche and the Saugerties Fillies split their two-game set, including one of the highest-scoring battles of the weekend as Avalanche came away with a thrilling 7-6 victory.
The 19U Elite division also produced an even weekend. The NJ Bandits and Princeton Tiger Lilies split their two-game series, with the Bandits winning Saturday before Princeton answered Sunday.
Ice Cats, Jr Flyers Stay Perfect in 14U Diamond
The CT Ice Cats and Philadelphia Jr Flyers emerged unbeaten from 14U Diamond play, each going 2-0 with a pair of victories over the New York Islanders.
There was plenty of drama elsewhere in Diamond action. Union Thunder edged the Princeton Tiger Lilies 4-3 in overtime in a 12U crossover matchup, while the Philadelphia Jr Flyers and Royals Hockey Club battled to a 1-1 draw Sunday.
At 19U Diamond, the Reston Raiders and Union Thunder both went 2-0. Thunder was involved in one of the weekend’s tightest games, earning a 1-0 victory over the Princeton Tiger Lilies.
Jets Sweep in Platinum Play
The New Jersey Jets made the most of their Sunday slate in 14U Platinum, sweeping two games against the Stateline Hawks to finish 2-0. Their second meeting came down to the wire, with the Jets earning a 3-2 victory.
At 19U Platinum, the Potomac Lady Patriots also put together a perfect weekend, winning both of their games against the New York Islanders. Snider Hockey and the South Jersey Monarchs added victories of their own.
A Weekend of Tight Battles
From overtime drama to one-goal finishes, the September 12-13 slate delivered competitive hockey throughout the AGHF. With several divisions featuring crossover matchups and limited schedules, every opportunity to take the ice provided another early-season test as teams continue to find their footing.
The AGHF season rolls on with more action ahead as teams across the Elite, Diamond and Platinum tiers look to build on their early-season performances.
The first few weeks of a hockey season are all about getting back into the rhythm. This weekend, the AGHF is officially hitting its stride.
From 10U through 19U, Saturday and Sunday bring a packed slate of regular-season action across the league, with teams settling into the new season, divisional matchups picking up and plenty of hockey on tap from the first puck drop Saturday morning through Sunday evening.
And right in the middle of it all, the spotlight is officially turning on.
The first AGHF Game of the Month of the 2026-27 season hits the ice Saturday night as the NJ Bandits and Princeton Tiger Lilies meet in a 19U Elite showdown at 6:25 p.m. at Pro Skate Olympic.
Saturday Night Belongs to 19U Elite
We introduced Game of the Month to put some of the AGHF’s can’t-miss matchups center stage. Now, it’s time to play the first one.
The Bandits and PTL get the honors Saturday night, bringing 19U Elite into the spotlight at Pro Skate.
And there’s a little more to this one than a single game.
Saturday marks the beginning of a two-game weekend between the Bandits and Tiger Lilies, who will meet again Sunday at 1:40 p.m., also at Pro Skate Olympic. That means there’s very little time to regroup between puck drops — and plenty of opportunity for Saturday night to set the tone for Round Two.
First, though, all eyes are on 6:25 p.m. Saturday.
The Game of the Month series will continue throughout the 2026-27 season, with another September matchup still to be selected during the upcoming Ice Breaker Showcase. But the road starts here.
Saturday Starts Early — And Stays Busy
There’s plenty of hockey to watch before the Game of the Month takes center stage.
Saturday begins at 8:00 a.m. with the New York Islanders and Stateline Hawks facing off at 10U Diamond. The Islanders have a busy day ahead across several divisions, including Diamond matchups with the CT Ice Cats at 12U and 14U.
Pro Skate has a full afternoon of its own. Union Thunder and Princeton Tiger Lilies meet at three different levels, beginning with 10U Platinum at 12:50 p.m., followed by 12U Platinum at 3:05 p.m. and 14U Diamond at 4:45 p.m.
The 14U divisions will also be busy across the region. The North Jersey Avalanche and Saugerties Fillies meet twice at 14U Elite, while the Philadelphia Jr. Flyers and Team Long Island have a pair of 14U Elite games of their own.
As the day moves into the evening, the older divisions take over. The Reston Raiders and Lehigh Valley Phantoms meet at 5:00 p.m. in 19U Diamond action, followed shortly after by the New York Islanders and Skylands Lady Kings.
Then comes the one we’ve circled.
6:25 p.m. NJ Bandits vs. Princeton Tiger Lilies. 19U Elite. Game of the Month.
Right Back at It Sunday
There won’t be much time to slow down.
Sunday opens with Philadelphia Jr. Flyers and Snider Hockey at 10U Platinum before another full day of games gets underway.
The Reston Raiders and Lehigh Valley Phantoms are back for another 19U Diamond matchup at 9:15 a.m., while the Stateline Hawks and New Jersey Jets meet twice at 14U Platinum.
The Jr. Flyers will be busy throughout Sunday as well. Their schedule includes matchups at 12U Diamond and 14U Diamond, plus two 16U Elite games against MYHA.
And then it’s time for Round Two.
Less than 24 hours after Saturday night’s Game of the Month, the NJ Bandits and Princeton Tiger Lilies meet again at 1:40 p.m. Sunday at Pro Skate Olympic. Whatever Saturday brings, both teams will have an immediate opportunity to answer back.
Later in the afternoon, South Jersey Monarchs and Union Thunder meet at 19U Platinum, while Union Thunder and Lehigh Valley Phantoms close out another busy weekend of 19U Diamond action.
The Spotlight Is On
There are a lot of games to keep an eye on this weekend — and that’s exactly how we like it.
The season is young. Teams are finding their footing. Divisions are starting to take shape. And every weekend brings another opportunity to make some noise.
This Saturday, one matchup gets a little extra attention.
NJ Bandits vs. Princeton Tiger Lilies
19U Elite
Saturday, September 12 | 6:25 p.m.
Pro Skate Olympic
The first AGHF Game of the Month is here.
Let’s drop the puck.
The spotlight is on. The matchup is set. And the AGHF Game of the Month is ready to drop the puck.
The 2026-27 season is underway, and this year the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is putting some of its biggest matchups center stage with the AGHF Game of the Month.
First up? A 19U Elite battle between the NJ Bandits and Princeton Tiger Lilies (PTL) on Saturday, September 12 at Pro Skate Arena.
It’s a matchup built for the spotlight and the perfect way to kick off a season-long slate of featured games across the AGHF.
September Starts at 19U Elite
The 19U Elite division gets the first crack at Game of the Month honors when the Bandits and PTL meet at Pro Skate.
With two programs ready to make their mark early in the season, there’s no waiting around for the stakes to build. September hockey is here, points are already on the line and an early-season statement is up for grabs.
And September isn’t stopping there.
The AGHF will select a second September Game of the Month during the Ice Breaker Showcase, with the featured matchup to be announced. With teams from across the league coming together for one of the early highlights of the season, we’ll be keeping an eye on the schedule for a matchup worthy of the spotlight.
Big Matchups All Season Long
September is just the beginning.
In October, the spotlight returns to Pro Skate when JR Flyers Elite takes on PTL in 16U Elite action on October 18. A second October feature will bring the action to the 19U Diamond division, where the Yale Jr. Bulldogs face the NY Islanders.
The November Freeze Showcase takes center stage the following month, with November’s featured Game of the Month matchup to be announced from the showcase.
December brings us back to 19U Elite as Lehigh Valley and the NJ Bandits go head-to-head before the calendar flips to 2027.
Then there’s one last stop before playoff season.
January’s Game of the Month heads to the 12U Diamond division, where the South Jersey Monarchs take on the NY Islanders in the final featured matchup before the chase for an AGHF championship begins.
Circle the Dates
From 12U Diamond to 19U Elite, Game of the Month will give different divisions and teams across the AGHF their chance in the spotlight throughout the season.
But first, all eyes are on Pro Skate.
NJ Bandits. Princeton Tiger Lilies. 19U Elite. September 12.
The first AGHF Game of the Month is almost here.
2026-27 AGHF GAME OF THE MONTH
September
NJ Bandits vs. Princeton Tiger Lilies (PTL) — 19U Elite
September 12 | Pro Skate Arena
Ice Breaker Showcase — Matchup TBA
October
JR Flyers Elite vs. Princeton Tiger Lilies (PTL) — 16U Elite
October 18 | Pro Skate Arena
Yale Jr. Bulldogs vs. NY Islanders — 19U Diamond
November
November Freeze Showcase — Matchup TBA
December
Lehigh Valley vs. NJ Bandits — 19U Elite
January
South Jersey Monarchs vs. NY Islanders — 12U Diamond
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is excited to welcome NYC Hockey Club to the AGHF for the 2026-27 season! 🗽🏒
As girls hockey continues to grow across the country, it’s especially exciting to see new opportunities being created in major hockey markets like New York City. NYC Hockey Club enters the AGHF with a strong foundation, a clear vision for development, and a commitment to building something special for girls hockey in the area.
“Established in 1987, North Park Hockey has a long history of developing players through competitive co-ed teams across Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III levels as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization,” the organization shared. “Building on that strong foundation, the program remains committed to growing the game for girls in the NYC area by providing high-level development and competitive opportunities across age groups.
Last season marked the launch of the program’s first girls hockey initiative, competing in a limited number of games. As the organization approaches its 40th Anniversary, that momentum continues with the introduction of a first full travel season under the NYC Hockey Club banner—an important step in expanding opportunities for girls within the community.”
The AGHF is proud to continue partnering with organizations that are investing in the future of girls hockey and creating new pathways for athletes to compete and develop. NYC Hockey Club’s addition to the league brings even more excitement and energy to the 2026-27 season.
We’re thrilled to welcome NYC Hockey Club to the AGHF family and cannot wait to see their program continue to grow both on and off the ice. Welcome to the league! 🔥
For more information on NYC Hockey Club, visit NYC Hockey Club
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is excited to welcome the Union Thunder to the AGHF for the 2026-27 season!
As the AGHF continues to grow, adding organizations that are passionate about developing players both on and off the ice remains a top priority. The Union Thunder bring exactly that mindset to the league, with a strong commitment to creating a competitive, supportive, and development-focused environment for girls hockey players.
“The Union Thunder Youth Hockey Girls Program is built to develop confident, competitive players in a positive, team-first environment,” the organization shared. “With experienced coaching and a commitment to long-term athlete development, we’re proud to provide a community for girls to grow, compete, and develop a true passion for the game.”
The AGHF is proud to partner with programs that are helping elevate girls hockey and create meaningful opportunities for athletes at every level. The addition of the Union Thunder adds another exciting program to an already competitive league landscape heading into the 2026-27 season.
We’re thrilled to have the Union Thunder join the AGHF family and cannot wait to see their teams hit the ice this season. Welcome to the AGHF! 🏒🔥
For more information on the Union Thunder, visit Union Thunder Youth Hockey
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is proud to announce that the Loudoun Knights Hockey Club will be joining the league for the 2026-27 season, continuing the growth of girls hockey across the Mid-Atlantic.
Based in Leesburg, Virginia, the Loudoun Knights are a Tier II travel hockey program committed to long-term player development both on and off the ice. Built on the principles of USA Hockey’s American Development Model, the Knights emphasize high-quality coaching, strong fundamentals, and the development of well-rounded student-athletes.
The organization prides itself on creating an environment where players can grow their skills, build character, and develop a lifelong passion for the game. With a focus on discipline, hockey IQ, and personal growth, the Knights are dedicated to helping players advance at every stage of their hockey journey while fostering a positive and competitive culture.
The addition of the Loudoun Knights marks another exciting step forward for the AGHF as the league continues to expand its footprint and provide elite opportunities for girls hockey players. Their commitment to development, competition, and community aligns seamlessly with the mission of the AGHF, and we are excited to welcome their athletes, coaches, and families to the league.
The 2026-27 season is shaping up to be another competitive and exciting year for the AGHF, and the Loudoun Knights will be a strong addition to the growing field.
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is proud to celebrate excellence both on and off the ice with the release of our 2025-26 Academic Honor Roll!
This season, over 600 student-athletes have earned recognition for their outstanding work in the classroom, each achieving a 3.5 GPA or higher. These athletes continue to raise the standard for what it means to be a complete player—demonstrating commitment, discipline, and leadership in every aspect of their lives.
From early mornings at the rink to long nights of studying, balancing hockey and academics is no easy task. This accomplishment reflects the dedication of not only our players, but also the support of their families, coaches, and teachers who help make their success possible.
The AGHF is incredibly proud of all our honorees for their hard work and determination throughout the season. Their achievements highlight the core values of our league and serve as an inspiration to players across all age levels.
👉 View the full 2025-26 Academic Honor Roll here or at the SEASON AWARDS page and help us celebrate these incredible student-athletes!
The stage is set, and the 19U Jr. Flyers are ready to battle for a national title.
After an unforgettable 4-3 overtime thriller in the semifinals against the Adirondack Northstars, the Jr. Flyers have punched their ticket to the USA Hockey National Championship Game. In a game filled with intensity and heart, it was Brianna Regester who delivered the defining moment—scoring her second goal of the game in overtime to send her team to the championship.
Now, it all comes down to one final matchup.
The Jr. Flyers will take on the Cincinnati Cyclones with everything on the line at 11:15 am Sunday, March 29, as they look to cap off an incredible run and bring home the national championship.
Good luck to the Jr. Flyers—let’s finish the job and bring it home!
The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation continues to make noise on the national stage.
After a strong showing in pool play, several AGHF teams have officially punched their tickets to the USA Hockey National Championships Quarterfinals, set to take place on Saturday, March 28. Competing against top programs from across the country, these teams have proven they belong—and they’re not done yet.
Leading the charge at the 14U 2A level, the Jr. Flyers are set for a big-time matchup against Steel City Selects as they look to keep their championship hopes alive.
At 16U 1A, the MYHA Ice Devils have battled their way through pool play and will face off against WEHL Western in what promises to be a hard-fought quarterfinal showdown.
The 19U 1A division will feature two AGHF contenders in the final eight. The Jr. Flyers are set to take on the Grand Rapids Griffins, while the MYHA Ice Devils will square off against Mount Selects—giving the AGHF a strong presence with multiple teams still in the hunt for a national title.
With spots in the semifinals on the line, the intensity ramps up as these teams hit the ice Saturday. The competition is fierce, but AGHF squads have already shown they can rise to the occasion.
Good luck to all of our teams—we’re cheering you on every step of the way!