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Congratulations to all the teams that have successfully advanced to the 2024 AGHF Championships! We are thrilled to kick off the excitement with weekend 1 of Championships. The featured divisions for this weekend include 14U-19U.

To facilitate a smooth experience, we have provided a Game Protocols documents below to address any questions you may have. We kindly ask you to review this information thoroughly before reaching out with inquiries.

For your convenience, a Championships Game Center has been set up, offering schedules, scores, and stats for the upcoming weekend.

Additionally, merchandise will be available online only this weekend. Don’t miss the chance to commemorate the event with personalized Championship banners, pucks, and tumblers; which are also available for purchase here.

We look forward to seeing you all this weekend!

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) Selects made an impressive mark at the 2024 Quebec International PeeWee Hockey Tournament, securing the Feminin Division Championship with dominating performances throughout the competition. From February 8th to 18th, the AGHF Selects showcased their skills, teamwork, and determination, emerging victorious in every game they played.

The tournament journey began on February 9th with an Exhibition Game against Durham West Lighting, where the AGHF Selects displayed their prowess, claiming a 3-0 victory. This set the tone for the following days, as the team continued to shine in both exhibition and tournament matches.

In their first tournament game on February 10th, the AGHF Selects faced off against Laurentides-Lanau Etoiles, securing a convincing 4-1 win. Goal scorers Olivia Pelle, Maddie Staffieri, Lauren Letts, and Tomasina Cinquino showcased the team’s offensive prowess.

Exhibition Game 2 on February 11th saw the AGHF Selects triumph over Florida Alliance with a 3-0 victory, courtesy of goals from Tomasina Cinquino, Maddie Staffieri, and another from Tomasina. The team continued their winning streak in Exhibition Game 3 against Aosta Gladiators on February 13th, triumphing 3-2 with goals from Lauren Letts (2) and Maggie Wang.

The tournament’s momentum carried into the knockout stages, with the AGHF Selects securing a 3-1 victory against Suisse Romande Chouettes in Tournament Game 2 on February 15th. Lauren Letts and Tomasina Cinquino contributed to the scoreline, maintaining the team’s stellar performance.

The AGHF Selects’ dominance reached new heights in Tournament Game 3 against Whitby Wolves on February 16th, as they clinched an 8-2 victory. Maddie Staffieri netted four goals, while Letts, Tomasina, Isabelle Lynch, and Maggie Wang each added one to the impressive tally.

The semi-final on February 17th against CT Jr Rangers proved to be a thrilling encounter, with the AGHF Selects emerging victorious in overtime with a 3-2 scoreline. Maddie Staffieri scored twice, and Tomasina Cinquino sealed the win in overtime.

The grand finale on February 18th saw the AGHF Selects facing off against Laval Montreal Amazones. The team delivered a spectacular performance, securing a 6-0 victory and claiming the championship. Staffieri netted two goals, while Letts added four to the scoreline, cementing their status as champions.

Lauren Letts, Madeline Staffieri, and Tomasina Cinquino stood out as the top three scorers in the girls division, showcasing their individual talents and contributing significantly to the team’s success.

Beyond the hockey arena, the AGHF Selects had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture of Quebec. Staying with Billet Families provided a unique cultural experience, while activities such as snow tubing and indulging in sweets at the Sugar Shack added a touch of fun to their trip. The girls also had the chance to attend a Remparts game, further enriching their Quebec experience.

The AGHF Selects’ journey at the Quebec International PeeWee Hockey Tournament not only highlighted their athletic prowess but also showcased the camaraderie and cultural exploration that make such tournaments memorable for young athletes. Congratulations to the AGHF Selects on their outstanding achievement in Quebec!

The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation is delighted to announce the college commitment of Reagan Mitcheltree of the New Jersey Rockets. The talented defensemen from the New Jersey Rockets has officially announced her commitment to Neumann University, marking a significant milestone in both her academic and athletic journey.

Throughout the current season, Mitcheltree has been a standout performer for the Rockets, showcasing her skills in 39 games this season. Her impressive tally of 9 goals and 4 assists, amounting to 13 points, underscores her undeniable talent and contribution to her team’s success.

Looking ahead, Mitcheltree is poised to embark on the next chapter of her hockey career as she joins the Knights of Neumann University. Competing in the NCAA Division III within the UCHC, the Knights provide a challenging and competitive platform for aspiring athletes like Mitcheltree to excel.

With her dedication, skill, and determination, Reagan Mitcheltree is primed to make a significant impact both on and off the ice at Neumann University. The Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mitcheltree on this remarkable achievement and wishes her every success in her future endeavors with the Knights.

Click here to see all AGHF commits and/or submit your commitment to be recognized.

Welcome back to the AGHF Player of the Week for the week ended February 4th, 2024! This weekly feature, running throughout the 2023-24 season, pays tribute to outstanding players across all divisions. Our honorees are selected from player nominations submitted by their respective coaches. You can now commemorate their achievements with customizable Player of the Week merchandise available in the league store.

12U Nominating Coach: Bobbi Fedele

Team: WBS Lady Knights
Player’s Name: Denise Troutman
Jersey Number: 10
Position: Forward
“Denise was our most valuable player this weekend scoring 2 goals to ensure our win against the Phantoms & assisted the game winning goal against the Islanders. As one of the youngest players on our team, her presence in front of the net continues to impress us all!”

14U Diamond Nominating Coach: John Ettore

Team: Philadelphia Jr. Flyers
Player’s Name: Roxy Hoishik
Jersey Number: 80
Position: Goalie
“Roxy had a strong weekend in goal and helped our team secure three of our four wins in the NGHL playoffs. She had a 27 save performance in a 2-1 win over the Carolina Jr. Hurricanes and in a 2-1 shoot out win over the Rochester Jr Americans, Roxy stopped 5 penalty shots in the shoot out.”

14U Platinum Nominating Coach: Lorincz

Team: PTL
Player’s Name: Bailey Heying
Jersey Number: 16
Position: Forward

19U Diamond Nominating Coach: Jeremy Jacobus

Team: NJ Rockets
Player’s Name: Francesca “Tootie” Hansen
Jersey Number: 9
Position: Forward
“Affectionately known as “Tootie”, she has been a hockey leader for the Rockets leading by example the entire season, culminating this weekend with a 4 points game via a hat-trick and assist. Tootie plays in all game situations with a grittiness and determination ,which earns her the AGHF Player of the Week nomination.”

Honorable Mentions:

Keri Michaels	WBS Lady Knights	14U Diamond	24	Defense
Delaney Cozine	NJ Bandits	14U Diamond	31	Forward
Anshita Tatavarty	NJ Rockets Blue	19U Platinum	21	Defense

Welcome back to the AGHF Player of the Week for the week ended January 28th, 2024! This weekly feature, running throughout the 2023-24 season, pays tribute to outstanding players across all divisions. Our honorees are selected from player nominations submitted by their respective coaches. You can now commemorate their achievements with customizable Player of the Week merchandise available in the league store.

10U Nominating Coach: Rebecca Morse

Team: PTL
Player’s Name: Ella Garfinkle
Jersey Number: 25
Position: Defense
“Ella played a well-rounded game and demonstrated a new level of confidence. She consistently forced turnovers, then led our transition to offense and kept her feet moving. While playing defense, her primary position, she often rushed the puck and got pucks to the net from the point. Upon being switched to forward late in the game, Ella continued to contribute offensively and was patient with the puck, almost scoring a couple goals.”

12U Nominating Coach: Bobbi Fedele

Team: WBS Lady Knights
Player’s Name: Ava Popolillo
Jersey Number: 86
Position: Defense
“Ava was a key defender at our game this weekend and her skills as a blueliner ensured the opposition never had a shot on net in the 3rd period and never had more than 4 shots on net for the entire game.”

14U Diamond Nominating Coach: Kyle Knopp

Team: CT Polar Bears
Player’s Name: Grace Kepler
Jersey Number: 31
Position: Goalie
“Grace stood on her head in back-to-back games against the Jr. Flyers Ettore, stopping 98 shots for a 0.925 save percentage on the day. She followed up the two close losses with a 20 save shutout against the Danbury Hattricks on Sunday.”

14U Platinum Nominating Coach: Todd Seymour

Team: Reston Raiders
Player’s Name: Molly Murphy
Jersey Number: 44
Position: Forward
“Molly is a true two-way center, who is equally committed to backchecking and protecting the house as generating offense and scoring goals. She is a hardworking, dependable and responsible teammate. Molly is committed to her team and demonstrates a selfless attitude that makes her a great playmaker. Her willingness to support her teammates was rewarded this weekend with 3 goals and 3 assists in 3 games.”

16U Diamond Nominating Coach: Rebecca Morse

Team: PTL
Player’s Name: Logan Sullivan
Jersey Number: 93
Position: Forward
“Logan played a consistent, complete game against an opponent with a goaltender whom we’ve struggled to solve. In our last game against them, she found the back of the net—and did again, twice, on Sunday. She was rewarded for her hard work, discipline, and smart reads. Logan’s first goal came on the power play, in the first period, and her second one came in the last five minutes of the game. Both were the product of her good habits.”

19U Diamond Nominating Coach: Grace Potash

Team: NJ Bandits
Player’s Name: Olivia Rothstein
Jersey Number: 12
Position: Defense

Honorable Mentions:

Josephine Choi	NJ Bandits	14U Diamond	29	Forward
Maya Sturm	PTL Black	14U Diamond	28	Goalie
Teagan josef	Ct icecats	14U Diamond	12	Forward
Alexis Moslin	PTL Orange	14U Diamond	22	Forward
Brynn Quesnel	ptl	14U Platinum	86	Defense

For the week ending on January 28th, 2024 the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation rankings are in. KRACH is a team’s win/loss ratio multiplied by strength of schedule. You can view all rankings on the AGHF KRACH Page here.

The teams that are in first in each division are Princeton Tiger Lilies (10U), Saugerties Fillies (12U), MYHA Blue (14U Diamond), Reston Raiders (14U Platinum), Princeton Tiger Lilies Black (16U Diamond), Maryland Jr. Black Bears (16U Platinum), NJ Bandits (19U Diamond), and PHC Belles (19U Platinum).

Get ready for an exciting season with the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation! We’re thrilled to announce two powerhouse showcases for the 2024-2025 season.

September Slapshot: September 27-29
Fall Brawl: November 15-17

Designed to offer AGHF teams a dynamic weekend of competition, these showcases feature four intense games against teams they wouldn’t face in the regular season. We’re also welcoming guest teams from across the country to join in on the action.

If your team wants to be part of the excitement as a guest team, complete the Guest Team Application Form. Stay updated on schedules and participating teams by visiting our AGHF Showcase Information Page.

AGHF member and Princeton Tiger Lilies General Manager, Shelley Looney, has recently been honored with induction into the prestigious Beanpot Hall of Fame. Hailing from Brownstown, MI, Looney is a distinguished figure in women’s hockey, having been a key member of the first US Women’s Olympic Hockey team that clinched gold in Nagano in 1998.

During her collegiate years at Northeastern University, Looney, who proudly wore the captain’s “C” for the Huskies in her senior year, showcased exceptional skill, amassing 68 goals and 59 assists for a remarkable 127 points in just 106 games. Her pivotal role in the 1994 Beanpot Championship against Harvard, where she contributed a goal and two assists, played a crucial part in the Huskies’ triumphant 6-2 victory, earning her the coveted Beanpot MVP title.

Recognizing her outstanding contributions, Looney was named to the Beanpot’s 40th Anniversary All-Women’s team in 2018. Adding to her accolades, she was formally inducted into the Hall of Fame last week, just before the 2024 Championship game. Remarkably, her alma mater once again emerged victorious in the tournament, echoing the triumph she and the 1994 Huskies achieved three decades earlier.

In Summer of 2023, Looney assumed the role of General Manager for the Princeton Tiger Lilies, marking a new chapter in her illustrious career. Prior to this, she had distinguished herself as a coach at Lindenwood University, University of Vermont, the Buffalo Beauts (NWHL/PHF) and various coaching roles within the Team USA Women’s National Team programs. As one of the trailblazers of women’s hockey in the United States, Looney boasts an impressive resume, including 1 Olympic Gold (where she scored the game-winning goal in the 1998 Gold Medal Game), 1 Olympic Silver, 7 World Championship Silvers, and 1 World Championship Gold. Her legacy continues to inspire and pave the way for future generations in the sport.

About Princeton Tiger Lilies
Since 1992, Princeton Tiger Lilies has fielded competitive Tier I and Tier II teams at various age levels. PTL is committed to providing elite hockey training, education, mentorship, and resources. They invest in player development at all levels, tailoring their programs specifically to their athletes to help them achieve their goals.

Many of their coaches are women who played at the highest levels, including NCAA Division I, professional, and the national team. They are passionate about growing the game and sharing their knowledge and experience to develop our players into strong, confident leaders.

Welcome back to the AGHF Player of the Week for the week ended January 21st, 2024! This weekly feature, running throughout the 2023-24 season, pays tribute to outstanding players across all divisions. Our honorees are selected from player nominations submitted by their respective coaches. You can now commemorate their achievements with customizable Player of the Week merchandise available in the league store.

12U Nominating Coach: Tim Chase

Team: PTL
Player’s Name: Khloe Miller
Jersey Number: 96
Position: Forward
“Khloe had a great weekend on the ice. She was making smart decisions with the puck which lead to 3 goals and 2 assists on the weekend.”

14U Diamond Nominating Coach: Devin Edgerton

Team: CT Ice Cats
Player’s Name: Sophie Beach
Jersey Number: 3
Position: Defense
“Captain of the team hardest worker and best skater on team”

14U Platinum Nominating Coach: Lorincz

Team: PTL
Player’s Name: Juliana Funiciello
Jersey Number: 47
Position: Goalie

16U Diamond Nominating Coach: Rob Hammel

Team: South Pittsburgh Rebellion
Player’s Name: Megan Harbaugh
Jersey Number: 2
Position: Goalie
“39 saves on 40 shots on weekend”

19U Diamond Nominating Coach: Matt Haney

Team: Tri-City Eagles (Blue)
Player’s Name: Elizabeth Sanders
Jersey Number: 24
Position: Forward
“Lizzie played phenomenal in our games Saturday. She was making smart decisions with the puck and was in the right spot positionally constantly. She made a fantastic area pass to one of her team mates that led to a breakaway goal.”

19U Platinum Nominating Coach: John Sparks

Team: NJ Rockets Blue
Player’s Name: Angelina Mack
Jersey Number: 88
Position: Forward
“Excellent forechecking, back checking, and all around game!”

Honorable Mentions:

Anniston Yoder	WBS Lady Knights	12U	18	Forward
Abigail Pengitore	NJ Bandits 12A	12U	13	Forward
Kaitlin Larkin	NJ Bandits	14U Diamond	55	Forward
Kinlea Bulger	PTL Black	14U Diamond	55	Forward
Josephine Basora	PTL Orange	14U Diamond	33	Forward
Danna Ramadan	PTL	16U Diamond	30	Goalie
Bailey Kaess	PTL Orange	16U Diamond	79	Goalie
Jess Sperling	NJ Bandits Potash	19U Diamond	53	Forward

For the week ending on January 21st, the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation rankings are in. KRACH is a team’s win/loss ratio multiplied by strength of schedule. You can view all rankings on the AGHF KRACH Page here.