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The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is excited for its first Federation Education Series guest this season. This series will feature presentations for our players, families, and coaches on the landscape of hockey and Player Development. The first presentation will feature Ken Martel from USA Hockey.

With over 25 years of experience in player development and a long history as a coach with USA Hockey, Ken Martel was named senior director of player and coach development in November 2022. He is charged with helping provide a framework for associations nationwide to follow for optimal athlete development.

Martel has made appearances behind the bench of nine U.S. teams that have competed in International Ice Hockey Federation World Championships, including four times with the U.S. National Under-18 Team (2000-04), four times with the U.S. National Junior Team (2004, 2006, 2008-09) and once with the U.S. Women’s National Team (2007).

All are welcome to attend however, the presentation is targeted toward 8U to 12U ages. The presentation will cover player development, growth in hockey, what makes for a great youth sports experience, learning in an athletic context, and more.

“Intro to Hockey”

Date: Wednesday, October 16th

Time: 7:00 pm EST

RSVP: Register here

This webinar will take approximately 30 minutes with time for a Q&A

Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation Players of the Week is back for the 2024-25 season, starting with the week ending October 6, 2024! Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.

New this season: Vote for the Peak Performer of the Week on our Instagram stories every Tuesday to Wednesday at noon!

12U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Hannah Abrams

Team: Snider Hockey
Player’s Name: Maddie Flynn
Jersey Number: 2
Position: Defense
Quote: Maddie scored her first goal this season over the weekend. It was a beautiful shot from the point just like she’s been practicing. She was our team’s player of the game as she worked hard for 45 minutes to do her very best, as she does every week.

12U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: Don Booth

Team: NY Dynamo
Player’s Name: Isla Roemer
Jersey Number: 22
Position: Goalie

14U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: Michael Recupero

Team: Team Long Island
Player’s Name: Molly Aschr
Jersey Number: 39
Position: Goalie
Quote: Her strong play led to two ties as she faced over 30 shots in both games

14U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Courtney Carnes

Team: Potomac Lady Patriots
Player’s Name: Kairi Pazkiet
Jersey Number: 74
Position: Forward
Quote: Kairi made great reads to create offensive opportunities for our team. She distributes the puck well, drives the net, and can finish.

16U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: John Weiss

Team: Yale Jr. Bulldogs
Player’s Name: Ivy Massicotte
Jersey Number: 36
Position: Goalie
Quote: Ivy was a brick wall in both of our AGHF games this past weekend. In our first game on Saturday she faced 24 shots included a couple breakaways and fended them all off for a shutout. In her second game she entered the game in a relief situation at the end of the 1st and continued her dominant performance facing an additional 17 shots and allowing zero goals. Ivy was laser focused all weekend. While not in net she is our teams greatest supporter cheering on the team from the bench. Keep up the hard work Ivy!

16U Elite Division: Nominating Coach: Grace Potash

Team: NJ Bandits
Player’s Name: Delaney Cozine
Jersey Number: 31
Position: Forward
Quote: Delaney had two goals and an assist on a power play which helped the team earn three wins. She worked hard all weekend, played aggressively, and never gave up on the puck earning her 3 very important points.

19U Elite Division: Nominating Coach: Matt Haney

Team: Tri City Eagles
Player’s Name: Elizabeth Sanders
Jersey Number: 24
Position: Forward
Quote: Lizzie had an excellent weekend as she recorded her first ever hat trick and had 2 assists in Saturday’s game. She has started this season with fire and has helped her team be successful.

19U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Erik Ruff

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Lauren Daniels
Jersey Number: 78
Position: Forward
Quote: Lauren had a hat trick this weekend in our only game. She scored all three goals by driving to the net and knocking in the rebounds. The last goal she scored was an overtime winner. Great team win.

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) is set to host its first showcase of the 2024-25 season, the highly anticipated September Showdown, from September 27-29. Teams from 10U to 19U across all divisions will compete at rinks throughout New Jersey.

Teams will take to the ice, showcasing their talent and determination as they compete across the state. Fans and participants can stay up-to-date with live scores and schedules through the AGHF Game Center, and those unable to attend can catch exclusive game streams on Black Bear TV.

Adding to the excitement, Carmo Photography will be at the Ice Vault in Wayne, NJ, capturing action shots from the 14U Diamond, Platinum, and Elite divisions.

With a packed weekend ahead, the September Showdown is set to kick off what promises to be an exhilarating season for the AGHF.

Here are your Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending September 22nd, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.

New this season: Vote for the Peak Performer of the Week on our Instagram stories every Tuesday to Wednesday at noon!

10U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: CJ Trunk

Team: Jr. Flyers
Player’s Name: Eleanor Haas
Jersey Number: 49
Position: Forward
Quote: Excellent skater and really stepped up her performance in the third period of a tight game

10U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Ryan Pickard

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Siena Greco
Jersey Number: 56
Position: Defense
Quote: For a young player who loves to play offense, her team needed her on defense this weekend and she did not disappoint. Putting up two goals, one assist, and a diving save along the goal line, she played her heart out and gave it everything she had for her team.

12U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Ed Semlitsch

Team: Potomac Lady Patriots
Player’s Name: Sydney Cahill
Jersey Number: 26
Position: Goalie
Quote: Sydney is a multi-sport athlete balancing her time between competitive softball and hockey and is always working to improve her game.

14U Elite Division: Nominating Coach: John Ettore

Team: Jr. Flyers
Player’s Name: Roxy Hoishik
Jersey Number: 80
Position: Goalie
Quote: In two games this weekend, Roxy made 54 saves on 55 shots, including stopping my quality scoring chances. In the first game of the weekend, Roxy earned a shut out against Stateline, making 18 saves, and in her second game of the weekend, Roxy made 36 saves on 37 shots, many from point blank range, against a very strong Steel City Selects team. In three AGHF games this season, Roxy has 55 saves on 56 shots. Along with competing at a very high level, Roxy is a team leader, hard worker, and great teammate.

14U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Cody Ruff

Team: Stateline Lehigh Valley Phatoms
Player’s Name: Elsie Rockovits
Jersey Number: 5
Position: Forward
Quote: Elsie was a beast over the weekend. Confident with the puck, relentless on the forecheck, and drove the net like a pro.

16U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: James Pierson

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Amanda Kopchak
Jersey Number: 13
Position: Defense
Quote: Mandy stepped up in a big way in our game against the Skyland Lady Kings on Saturday by netting a hat trick and picking up an assist. On top of overall performance Mandy showcased her leadership skills be engaging her teammates in a positive and inspiring way. Great job Mandy!

19U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Joseph Latronica

Team: Skyland Lady Kings
Player’s Name: Julia Katz
Jersey Number: 3
Position: Forward
Quote: Julia had an assist and hat trick on Saturday’s 6-2 win over the Islanders. She also had the team’s two goals on Sunday combining for 5 goals and 1 assist for the weekend. When Julia was stopped by the goalies of the opposing teams, she was the first one to give them a pat on the back as she believes in sportsmanship first!

HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mention

Madison Bater	NY Dynamo	10U Diamond	24	Center
Sofia Halstead	Potomac Lady Patriots	12U Platinum	77	Forward
Maddie Quinn	Snider Hockey	19U Platinum	4	Forward

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) is excited to announce the release of the first KRACH rankings for the 2024-25 season. As teams hit the ice and competition heats up, the KRACH system offers a clear view of how teams are performing, based on both their win/loss record and the strength of their opponents.

KRACH, short for Ken’s Ratings for American College Hockey, is a statistical model that adjusts team rankings by factoring in not just wins and losses, but also the difficulty of a team’s schedule. This makes it one of the most balanced ways to measure team performance across divisions. A team’s KRACH ranking is essentially a multiplier of their win/loss ratio and their strength of schedule.

The AGHF KRACH rankings will be updated weekly, with new rankings available every Monday night at 5 pm. Teams and fans can view the full list of rankings on the AGHF Game Center. To learn more about how KRACH works, click [here].

Get Involved as a Score Reporter

Want to help ensure the most accurate and up-to-date scores are reflected in the rankings? You can become a score reporter or approver by visiting HockeyPowerRankings.com.

Stay tuned for the next update and keep following the AHF for more news, schedules, and highlights!

Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation Players of the Week is back for the 2024-25 season, starting with the week ending September 15, 2024! Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.

New this season: Vote for the Peak Performer of the Week on our Instagram stories every Tuesday to Wednesday at noon!

10U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: Dan Cramer

Team: Jr. Flyers
Player’s Name: Paige Cramer
Jersey Number: 67
Position: Defense
Quote: Paige had a great weekend putting up 5 goals and shutting down the opposition on D to help her team secure their first win. Great job Paige!

10U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Ryan Pickard

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Aubrey Wood
Jersey Number: 49
Position: Goalie
Quote: Despite the score, she kept her head in the game and continued to make big saves.

12U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Hannah Abrams

Team: Snider Hockey
Player’s Name: Elishka Ledvon
Jersey Number: 93
Position: Center
Quote: Not only did she score a hat trick, she also came to the bench after our 7-1 win to tell me how impressed she was with their team given that this is their inaugural season. Her sportsmanship so far this year is even more impressive than her success on paper.

14U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: Nina Danforth

Team: Stateline Hawks
Player’s Name: June Kleiner
Jersey Number: 7
Position: Forward
Quote: June’s dedication and hard work on the ice are evident in every game. She consistently drives hard to the net and creates scoring opportunities, both for herself and her teammates. Her relentless determination and impact on the game are remarkable. Keep up the great work, June!

14U Elite Division: Nominating Coach: John Ettore

Team: Jr. Flyers
Player’s Name: Madison Merrin
Jersey Number: 93
Position: Forward
Quote: Madison had a great weekend and played an integral part in our success as a team this weekend. Along with being a great teammate and encouraging her teammates and celebrating her teammates’ successes, she brought a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and positive energy to the rink this weekend. She chipped in with 3 points, was a +4, was relentless on the forecheck, and played solid defensively.

16U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: Sean O’Connor

Team: MYHA
Player’s Name: Gabriela Reyes
Jersey Number: 98
Position: Center
Quote: Gabriela had back-to-back hat tricks to lead the Montgomery Ice Devils to back-to-back wins over the Junior Flyers this weekend.

16U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Robert Katz

Team: Skyland Lady Kings
Player’s Name: Amanda Katz
Jersey Number: 31
Position: Goalie
Quote: Amanda started playing hockey last year as a backup goalie for the Skyland Lady Kings. One year later, she is now the starting goalie for the 16U team. This weekend she basically stood on her head facing 90 shots in one game and stopped 81 of them, giving her a save percentage of .9. After the second period and 60 shots, she faced another 30 and held the team to only one additional goal.

19U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: Erik Ruff

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Miranda Schoenberger
Jersey Number: 22
Position: Goalie
Quote: Miranda made timely saves stopping 34 of 34 shots to hold off the Islanders team to help secure a shutout for her team.

16U Diamond Division: Nominating Coach: John Cacciatore

Team: Team Long Island
Player’s Name: Jessie Ogburn
Jersey Number: 98
Position: Wing
Quote: Jessie had a solid weekend, making key contributions on both ends of the ice.

16U Platinum Division: Nominating Coach: James Pierson

Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Player’s Name: Belle Wisner
Jersey Number: 11
Position: Forward
Quote: In a spirited game with the Reston Raiders, Lehigh Valley Phantoms Girls U16 Forward, Belle Wisner, assisted her teammates 3 times before scoring the OT Game Winning Goal off of a beautiful pass from teammate Reilly McCann. Belle’s goal came shortly after assisting her teammate Carlee Emerick on the game tying goal with 1:22 left in the game. This was a memorable game for not only Belle, but the entirety of the LVPY Girls U16 Team who all deserve recognition for their resilience, persistence, and faith within themselves.

HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mention

Jessie Ogburn	Team Long Island	16U Diamond	98	Wing
Belle Wisner	Lehigh Valley Phantoms	16U Platinum	11	Forward

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) is excited to announce that the 2024-25 season will officially begin this weekend! Starting Saturday, September 7th, teams across the league will take to the ice for what promises to be an action-packed season of competitive girls’ hockey.

The very first game of the weekend will feature an exciting matchup in the 19U division as St. James (19U Elite) faces off against the Philadelphia Belles (19U Diamond). This highly anticipated game will take place at Hollydell Ice Arena and is set to start at 9:50 am on September 7th. Both teams are eager to showcase their skills and set the tone for a thrilling season ahead.

As the season unfolds, fans can stay up-to-date with all the latest action by visiting the AGHF Game Center, where scores, stats, and highlights will be updated regularly. Additionally, information about the various AGHF showcases happening throughout the season can be found on our website.

We look forward to another fantastic season of growth, development, and competition in the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation. Let the games begin!

In a significant development for the girls’ hockey scene, the North Jersey Avalanche is set to make their debut in the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) for the upcoming 2024-25 season. This marks a historic milestone as the Avalanche, renowned for their nationally ranked hockey programs, venture into the realm of girls’ hockey for the first time.

Hailing from the bustling hockey hub of Hackensack, New Jersey, the Avalanche call the Ice House their home turf.

With close to 40 travel hockey teams across various levels, including both Tier I and Tier II, the Avalanche have firmly established themselves as a powerhouse in the hockey community. Their commitment to player development and their track record of success speak volumes about their dedication to the sport.

The decision to introduce a girls’ program within the North Jersey Avalanche organization reflects a growing recognition of the importance of inclusivity and diversity within the hockey landscape. By embracing girls’ hockey, the Avalanche not only expand their reach but also contribute to the overall growth and advancement of the sport.

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation eagerly welcomes the North Jersey Avalanche into its ranks and looks forward to witnessing their impact on the league in the seasons to come. With their rich history and unwavering commitment to excellence, the Avalanche are sure to leave an indelible mark on the world of girls’ hockey.

About Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation

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 70 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, making it a unique experience for all players.

The AGHF distinguishes itself with a full-time professional staff, live scoring, and extensive social media coverage, making it the ultimate choice for those seeking the best. With showcases, All-Stars, and Championships, the AGHF offers a complete experience for our members.

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) is thrilled to announce the inclusion of the Yale Jr. Bulldogs for the 2024-25 season. As one of the esteemed members of our federation, the Yale Jr. Bulldogs bring with them a rich tradition of excellence and a commitment to fostering the growth and development of young hockey players.

Northford Ice Pavilion is home to Yale Youth Hockey. The NIP is located in the town of Northford, CT. Their central location near New Haven and a short distance from NYC allows for easy access to their programs.

Founded on the principle of creating a hockey environment where young athletes can maximize their potential, the Yale Jr. Bulldogs are dedicated to providing players with the tools they need to succeed both on and off the ice. With a focus on skating, creativity, and the ability to think the game, the coaching staff at Yale Jr. Bulldogs understands that each player is unique and strives to tailor their approach to best suit the individual needs of every athlete.

About Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) proudly unveils the latest addition to its roster for the 2024-25 season: Team Long Island. Formerly known as the Lady Islanders, this esteemed organization enters the fray with a renewed vigor and commitment to fostering the growth and development of girls’ hockey on Long Island.

Founded in 1992, Team Long Island stands as a beacon of excellence in the realm of girls’ hockey, operating as a 501c3 non-profit entity. Over the years, the organization has remained steadfast in its mission to provide a platform for girls of all ages to engage with the sport at various levels of competition.

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