The AGHF announces the Players of the Week for the week ending December 4, 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: MaKenna Hetrick (F) – Games: 1, Goals: 5, Assists: 0
“MaKenna is a dominant force on the ice. She uses her speed and strength to create opportunities for herself and her teammates,” said Coach Dimitri Matthews.

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Age Level / Division: 12U
Team: NJ Bandits
Player: Leena Deronde (F) – Games: 3, Goals: 3, Assists: 3

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Age Level / Division: 14U Diamond
Team: Stateline Hawks
Player: Caroline Muzzio (F) – Games: 1, Goals: 2, Assists: 0

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Age Level / Division: 14U Platinum
Team: NJ Bandits
Player: Ava Wittreich (D) – Games: 1, Goals: 0, Assists: 0
“We were missing a lot of our defenseman this weekend. Ava usually plays forward but stepped up and played defense. She did a fantastic job and was only on the ice for one goal against. She played aggressively in front of our net and was very protective of our goalie,” said Coach Grace Potash.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS

12U
Madison Torr (G) NJ Bandits

The AGHF is excited to announce our 2022 All Stars! The AGHF will be hosting All Star Games for all levels of hockey next weekend at Ice Vault. You can view rosters, teams, and schedule for next weekend here.

The AGHF All Star Player Selection Process

Each AGHF team was allocated roster spots in the All Star games based on the KRACH ratings as of November 6th. The higher the KRACH, the more roster spots that team will be given for the All Star game.

The league office then requested player nomination’s from each organization. Once the player nominations were collected players were chosen by the selection committee based on the nominations, rankings, and season statistics.

Please note only teams that chose to participate in the selection process had players selected for the All Star game.

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation will be releasing KRACH rankings every week. KRACH rankings are a team’s win and loss ratio multiplied by the strength of schedule. Due to the AGHF playing an unbalanced schedule and some teams playing a full versus partial season, KRACH will fairly measure each teams rankings. Number of teams per division who qualify for the playoffs will be determined by December 15th

The AGHF will release KRACH on the app weekly on Wednesdays and on the website on Friday. Thus KRACH was released, November 30 on our AGHF mobile app and today, December 2 on our website. Be sure to stay tuned for your teams KRACH rankings as top teams make playoffs. 

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (“AGHF”) is a USA Hockey Sanctioned Elite Tier-II Youth Hockey League that facilitates games throughout the Mid-Atlantic for its club members and families. The AGHF provides high-quality league games and showcases for over 60 teams in the Mid-Atlantic uniquely catering to its member-owned clubs. The AGHF currently fields girls hockey programs at Platinum and Diamond divisions for the following age groups: the 10U, 12U, 14U (Diamond/Platinum), 16U (Diamond/Platinum), and 19U age levels. The AGHF is truly a unique opportunity as each of the Founders and Member clubs operate at all levels of girls hockey.

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is excited for its next guest in the Federation Education Series. This series will feature presentations for our players, families, and coaches on the landscape of hockey along with the Player Advancement Model. The third presentation will feature Apex Learning Virtual School. 

Apex Learning Virtual School works on improving your GPA, taking courses to get ahead of your academic success, challenging yourself with classes that interest you, and giving you the flexibility of balancing your academics with your athletics. Apex is a great way to set yourself apart from other students as you look to continue your athletic and academic careers in college!

The AGHF is working with Apex to invite all players and their families to an exclusive webinar presentation. The presentation will cover opportunities for online school and how you can take advantage of getting ahead in academics while pursuing your athletic career!

Apex “Academic Success for Athletes”

Date: Wednesday, December 14th 

Time: 7:00 pm EST

RSVP: Register here!

This webinar will take approximately 30 minutes with time for a Q&A. This is for all players in the Federations wishing to learn more about virtual school and prepping their academic careers.

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

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

In September, the Princeton Tiger Lilies had five of their players represent countries at the 2022 LATAM Cup, a tournament featuring teams from Latin America, Caribbean, and Middle East regions. The tournament included 44 teams and players representing 21 countries and territories. Danna Ramadan, Malac Ramadan, Sophia Allam, and Sofia Pollizi from PTL’s 12U and 16U Black teams represented Egypt.

Egypt brought home the 16U Championship title, which marked the first time in history that four female athletes represented Egypt Ice Hockey. Danna Ramadan, goalie for the team was named Most Valuable Player of the World Division. “The experience entirely is something I’ll never forget. Leaving with two major accomplishments; being one of the first female ice hockey players to play for Egypt and winning the championship as the U16 ROTW tournament MVP.” said Ramadan. 

Amelie Perez, a member of the PTL family for five seasons and currently plays on the 16U Black team, also competed at the LATAM Cup representing Puerto Rico. There were two generations of Perez women on this team as Amelie played alongside her mother, Marisol. Amelie is one of the youngest players on the Puerto Rican Women’s National Team. That hasn’t stopped her from playing defense and inspiring her older teammates who refer to her as a “beast.” When asked about her experience at the LATAM Cup, Amelie said, “It was amazing to play for Puerto Rico and play with so many other women hockey players of color.”

We are so proud of those who played in the LATAM Cup and a huge congratulations to the 16U Champions!

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The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is excited for its next guest in the Federation Education Series. This series will feature presentations for our players, families, and coaches on the landscape of hockey along with the Player Advancement Model. The second presentation will feature Craig Barnett, the Executive Director of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA). 

Craig Barnett was a part of the 1987 NCAA championship team as a goaltender at Plattsburgh State University in New York. Barnett continued his career playing professionally for the New York Rangers minor league team before becoming a coach. His 15-year coaching career includes coaching at the NCAA I and II levels. After coaching, he worked within athletic administration and has been the Executive Director of the ACHA since 2018. 

The American Collegiate Hockey Association, founded in 1991, is the National Governing Body for Non-NCAA Collegiate Hockey throughout the United States. With 461 college and university-affiliated teams representing 48 states and 2 Canadian provinces, the ACHA provides a structure, regulates operations, and promotes the sport of Hockey nationwide.

The AGHF is working with the ACHA to invite all players and their families to an exclusive webinar presentation. The presentation will cover collegiate hockey opportunities in the ACHA. 

ACHA, “College Hockey Opportunities”

Date: Wednesday, November 9th 

Time: 7:00 pm EST

RSVP: Register here!

OR:

ACHA, “College Hockey Opportunities”

Date: Monday, November 14th 

Time: 7:00 pm EST

RSVP: Register here!

This webinar will take approximately 30 minutes with time for a Q&A. This is for all players in the Federations wishing to play college hockey and will cover what the American Collegiate Hockey Association is. 

Consider: