Every September Stoney Creek hosts one of the most competitive tournament in North America. This year the U18AA Showcase had 68 teams competing in front of a wide array of college coaches. The games were well played, and the event was run impeccably by the Stoney Creek Staff. Below are players that stood out with grades in relation to others in the evaluations. Each player below has been given a grade based solely on their performance at this event. Players are ranked by descending letter grade order.

Anaheim

Elle Delgado #19 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, D, 2028): Delgado uses her speed efficiently to carry pucks coast to coast, drive hard to the net, and get pucks on goal. She handles the puck with poise and shields it with her body on net drives. Delgado battles along the boards. She uses her stick and skates to protect the puck and is not afraid to take a hit to make a play. She shows good body positioning. Grade: A-

Kylie Syn #2 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, F, 2027): Syn’s speed and endurance are good, and she can go back and forth on the ice without tiring. She needs to work on how she defensively pressures. Grade: B+

Rachel Vicente #86 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, F, 2027): Vicente is a powerful skater with a strong stride and smooth crossovers, which allows her to cover the ice quickly and efficiently. She is highly successful in the faceoff circle, winning battles and drawing pucks cleanly to start her team in possession. Her forechecking ability is relentless; she gets in quickly, disrupts the defense, and forces opponents into making errors. On the backcheck, she applies consistent pressure, placing her stick effectively in passing lanes and taking the body to disrupt plays. With poise and confidence, Vicente controls and handles the puck, demonstrating quick hands and a knack for seizing loose pucks below the red line to generate scoring opportunities. In a game against Burlington, she showcased her offensive prowess by splitting the defense with a quick burst, using her fast hands to get into position, and ripping a beauty shot bar-down for a goal. Vicente’s combination of skating power, puck control, and ability to create offense makes her a versatile and impactful player on both ends of the ice. Grade: B+

Aleenah Clemen #7 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, D, 2027): Clemen is quick to get in and out offensively. She demonstrates good positioning in 1v1 situations and is aggressive in battles, especially in the corners. Her good gap allows good timing with step-ups and angling to keep opponents to the outside. She makes quick-ups and moves the puck fast and efficiently. Clemen is a strong skater with a short, quick stride that generates good speed. Grade: B

Keira Lieu #11 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, D, 2027): Lieu shows good awareness of opposing players’ whereabouts and uses her body well to box out to protect her goalie and create clear sight lines. She battles hard in front of the net. She provides 2nd quick support. Her reactions are quick, and she makes solid pins using her stick and legs. Grade: B

Addison Mendez #13 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, F, 2027): Mendez is a grinder who gets in on the forecheck, lifts sticks, steals pucks, and causes turnovers. She gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Her quick hands allow her to win draws cleanly. Grade: B

Chloe Julien #72 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, D, 2026): Julien is a good-sized defender who plays the offside and has good net-front awareness. She holds the blueline well using her body and gets pucks deep. She has an active stick in the defensive zone, maintaining good angling and gap control. Julien’s heads-up plays, such as her smart use of boards to get passes by the opposition to her teammates, demonstrate her high hockey IQ. Grade: B

Thalia Luk #77 (Anaheim Lady Ducks U16, D, 2026): Luk uses her good size to her advantage in 1v1 situations with body position and claiming inside space to guide opponents outside. She gets big in the defensive zone with her active stick and body, blocking shots and taking away time and space. Luk makes quick recoveries and makes plays up ice to advance the attack. Grade: B

Ancaster U18AA

Leah Prickett #87 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2027): Prickett Possesses impressive speed, which enables her to carry the puck effectively while showcasing excellent acceleration. This agility allows her to navigate through tight spaces and evade defenders with relative ease. As a natural battler, she consistently leverages her physical strength to gain an advantage in puck battles, demonstrating a strong work ethic and determination in every play. Offensively, her stickhandling skills are noteworthy; she maneuvers the puck through traffic and can change directions quickly, making her a challenging player to defend against. Her shooting abilities are particularly impressive for her age, as she understands the mechanics of generating well-angled shots. While her shot selection is generally sound, there are moments when she rushes her passes, which can lead to missed opportunities. With time and experience, she will likely develop greater patience in her decision-making, allowing her to make more precise plays and fully utilize her offensive skills. As she continues to refine her game, her overall impact on the ice will undoubtedly grow. Grade: A-

Evelyn Davenport #26 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2026): Evelyn Davenport is an every zone player, one that gives everything she has every shift no matter where she is. She is a tough player to battle against, willing to do anything to get her team the puck. It is rare to see a player who does the little things right in every zone. But with her you can see why she is trusted. She plays both ends of the ice and has good body positioning. Her speed is good for her age. Her speed allows her to stay with a great back check and pick her opponents pocket. She isn’t afraid to get into those tough battles and try to win the puck back. In the offensive zone she is tough in front of the net, gets her stick free and gets a great reangle to beat the tender. Every shift is a way for her to show the grit and determination needed to make an impact on an elite team. Grade: B+

Sophie Lemieux #43 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, D, 2026): Sophie Lemieux is a defensively sound player as she knows how to do her job really well. She is good at knowing her defensive responsibilities, staying on her player and boxing them out of the crease. This body positioning allows her to step up on opposing forwards on a rush and push the puck off them. She has a great hockey IQ as she knows how to anticipate plays and not be a liability. She can tie up players without taking penalties. Her puck handling skills are exceptional as well as she often passes with tape-to-tape accuracy. Even though in the offensive zone her wrist shot accuracy from the point could be better, she knows when to pinch and when to back off. Over time she will continue to gain confidence in the offensive zone, but until then she will remain a strong defender who makes a strong impact. Grade: B+

Olivia Starr #97 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2025): Olivia Starr is an offensively gifted two-way player who has a knack of getting the puck to the net. Even though her primary position is forward, she often helps with defense. She plays both positions with great efficiency. Her speed is good as it shows great acceleration and explosive strides. She can maintain a good defensive position and provide that much needed layer of support. In the offensive zone she shows off her shot often. Wherever she plays she always gets her strong shot to the net and uses her hand eye coordination with getting those deflected. Over time she will continue to gain more confidence and improve the small things in her game. Grade: B+

Kennedie Redwood #31 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, G, 2027): Kennedie Redwood is a solid goaltender who will always give her team a chance to win a game. It is her solid positioning, awareness, and ability to remain calm that allows her the opportunity to maintain a solid game. She has a smooth butterfly slide and doesn’t overreact. Her awareness can also be seen when her team is under a considerable amount of pressure, she knows when to scoop up the low pucks for a whistle. She battles for every puck and holds her ground on breakaways by getting out to shots and deflecting pucks away from the dangerous areas. As she continues to play it is easy to see that she will continue to grow and improve the little things. Grade: B+

Angela Liu #3 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, D, 2026): Angela Liu is a steady defender who can neutralize pressure. She has good gap control and physicality along the boards on rushes to keep opponents on the outside while trying to get the puck off them. Her speed and pivoting ability allows her to effectively get back and put on this pressure. She also provides accurate passes to help get the puck out of the zone and on the rush to create offense. Overall, she is a defender any team would be lucky to have as she will always make a difference. Grade: B

Emma Canivet #17 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2026): Emma Canivet is a powerful forward who thrives in the battle. Every moment of the game is a battle, keeping the puck versus giving it away. She clearly understands the value of puck control. Whether it be from how she passes the puck with tape-to-tape accuracy to dangling the puck under pressure, she knows how to keep the puck. Her puck control is done to keep possession through traffic under high pressure. In the offensive zone she continues the battle by always having a strong net drive with the puck. She allows her speed to help her maneuver around players and get a pin point shot off. It is clear to see why she can make an impact on any team she plays for. Grade: B

Victoria McKinnon #29 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, D, 2027): Victoria McKinnon is a stay at home defender who provides the utmost support for her team and makes sure to create offense. Her speed can sometimes lack explosiveness but she has efficient strides. Defensively she mains tight gap control that causes turnovers. The speed she gets from these strides help her make tight turns to evade pressure with good puck control. With this control she doesn’t throw away the puck, she’s patient and makes tape-to-tape passes. She is also known as an offensive defender as she often gets involved on offensive opportunities with her shot. It is easy to see why she is considered a strong asset to have on any team. Grade: B

Carly Smith #39 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, G, 2026): Carly Smith is always an aware goaltender who can see a play quickly happening. This awareness allows her to save pucks that are improbable for others. During this tournament she had a great save on a backdoor pass which led to a shot. Her calmness in net allows her to not overreact and make a good quick slide over in time to make a save. It is this ability that makes her a solid goaltender on her team. Even though she will continue to work on the little things, she will continue to make a great impact on any elite team. Grade: B

Natalie Thompson #86 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, D, 2027): Natalie Thompson is a good defender who is always anticipating the play. She is a heads-up player who uses her stick well to keep attackers wide. Her gap control in the defensive zone allows her to push players to the outside while using good strength to do so. Her forward skating strides are not as good as they can be; they can sometimes lack speed and power and are very short and ineffective. Even with saying that, her speed isn’t a liability. Over time she will continue to improve these little things. Grade: B-

Sara Hover #91 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2025): Sarah Hover is a solid forward who has good skills in skating and puck control. Her skating while stickhandling can improve as she looked a bit finicky and unconfident skating up with the puck into the offensive zone with possession. With that being said she does have a good offensive presence with efficient and accurate passes. Over time she will improve the little things, until then she will remain a great leader on any elite team. Grade: B-

Barrie U18AA

Addyson Copeland #8 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2027): Copeland adopts a low, powerful stance on faceoffs, maximizing leverage and body positioning to control the puck off the draw. Her faceoff success rate exceeded 50% this weekend, consistently providing her team with possession in key moments. In one notable play, after executing a clean zone entry, she demonstrated her advanced puck-handling skills by threading the puck through the defenseman’s feet in a slick, deceptive move to evade the defender. She then quickly identified a teammate entering the zone wide, delivering a crisp, well-timed pass that set up a shot on goal. Copeland’s ability to think ahead and execute precise plays like this regularly creates high-quality scoring chances, elevating her team’s offensive potential. Grade: B+

Amelia Zealand #9 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Zealand’s vision on the ice is exceptional, consistently making smart, strategic decisions. In one game this weekend, she demonstrated her awareness by threading a precise cross-ice pass to the weak side, catching the defense off-guard and creating an offensive opportunity. Defensively, she was equally impactful, blocking two key shots in her own zone, showing her willingness to sacrifice her body for the play. One of those blocked shots led to a pivotal moment—she quickly transitioned from defense to offense, to break free for a breakaway. With calm composure, she finished the play with a goal. Offensively, Zealand plays high in the zone, constantly scanning and moving to find open space, making herself a threat. Her one-on-one skills are sharp, using quick hands to beat defenders in tight spaces. Her snapshot is fast and deceptive, complemented by a heavy shot that challenges goaltenders. Her quick edge work allows her to change direction instantly and accelerate up the ice, making her a dynamic force in both ends of the rink. Grade: B+

Allie Homick #10 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Homick’s high motor is evident in every shift—she works tirelessly, constantly pushing the pace with intense forechecking to pressure opposing defensemen. Her positioning is excellent, as she consistently supports the puck, reading plays and making herself available for her teammates. Along the boards, she excels in puck battles, using her body effectively to protect the puck and maintain possession. Her work along the wall not only sustains offensive pressure but also contributes to her team’s ability to cycle the puck and create scoring opportunities. Homick displayed quick reactions and strong situational awareness when she collected a high rebound in the slot. With the puck bouncing off a crowded area, she instinctively tracked its trajectory, corralling it before any defenders could react. With a calm finish, she buried the rebound for a crucial goal. Later in the game, her high-energy play earned her an empty-net goal, capitalizing on her relentless pursuit of the puck to seal the win. Grade: B+

Shay Walker #77 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2027): Walker’s quick hands are a standout feature, allowing her to effortlessly dangle through defenders in the offensive zone with impressive precision and flair. She thrives in tight spaces, confidently pulling off creative dekes and maneuvers to maintain control of the puck while navigating around opponents. Her creativity doesn’t just stop at stickhandling—she’s always looking for ways to generate offense, using her agility and vision to skate into open areas where she can make plays or set herself up for scoring chances. In terms of positioning, she’s sharp and always aware of her surroundings. In one game, while posted up in the offensive zone, she quickly recognized the pressure coming from the opposing defenders. Instead of forcing a play or risking a turnover, she calmly made a smart decision to move the puck back to the point, allowing her team to maintain possession and reset the play. This heads-up decision-making under pressure is a testament to her high hockey IQ and understanding of how to create sustainable offensive pressure without compromising possession. Grade: B+

Presley Pinfold #6 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, D, 2027): Pinfold displays impressive poise with the puck, consistently maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure. Rather than hastily getting rid of the puck when closely defended, she shows confidence in her ability to protect it. In offensive zone situations, she demonstrated excellent situational awareness by executing a tight, controlled turn to evade an oncoming defender, creating the necessary space and time to assess her options. This subtle escape move allowed her to delay just long enough for her teammates to enter the play and get into position, showcasing her high hockey IQ. Pinfold’s smart decisions during zone entries, whether carrying the puck in or setting up plays, ensure smooth transitions and sustained pressure in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Ava Palazzo #24 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2025): Palazzo positioned herself perfectly in front of the net, using her size and strength to create an effective screen on the goaltender. Despite being under pressure from defenders, she battled relentlessly to maintain her spot in the crease, constantly shifting and adjusting to keep her body between the goalie and the puck. Her ability to hold her ground in such a high-traffic area made it nearly impossible for the goalie to track the play. In one impressive play, Palazzo not only screened the goalie but also demonstrated great hand-eye coordination, getting her stick on a hard, low shot from the point. With a quick, precise tip, she deflected the puck, sending it past the goaltender for a well-earned goal. Grade: B

Charlotte Coutts #7 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Coutts hands are exceptionally smooth, displaying elite stickhandling skills that stand out in high-pressure situations. During a breakout play, she effortlessly navigated through the neutral zone, weaving her way around three opposing players with precision and finesse. Each move was controlled using subtle dekes and quick hand movements to maintain possession while shielding the puck from defenders. Her ability to keep the puck on her stick and evade multiple opponents in tight spaces allowed her to break through defensive coverage and carry the puck cleanly into the offensive zone, setting up a dangerous scoring opportunity. Grade: B-

Payton Burnett #12 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, D, 2025): Burnett possesses impressive size, standing tall and using her physicality to her advantage in all areas of the ice. Her presence is felt in puck battles, where she uses her height and strength to win one-on-one confrontations, effectively shielding the puck from opponents. Whether it’s battling along the boards or positioning herself in front of the net, she isn’t afraid to engage physically, making it difficult for defenders to move her or gain possession. Burnett has a sharp hockey mind, consistently making smart, heads-up plays. Her ability to read the ice and make quick decisions allows her to find shooting lanes even in heavy traffic. She has a knack for getting the puck through crowded areas and onto the net, whether by taking a well-timed shot from the point or threading a pass through sticks and bodies. Her ability to navigate pressure and create offensive chances makes her a constant threat on the ice. Grade: B-

Belle Tire U16

Camilla O’Reilly #11 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2027): O’Reilly is a dynamic forward with great skating and puck movement through all three zones. Her quick hands and powerful wrist shot make her a dangerous player offensively, as seen when she scored a powerful and accurate wrist shot goal in the slot to put her team up by two. She is agile on her feet, using stutter steps on scoring chances to freeze goaltenders and creating breakaway chances by tapping the puck past defenders and then using her speed to beat them. O’Reilly can improve upon her situational awareness, as there were times she opted to continue stickhandling in the offensive zone instead of making a pass to an open teammate, which could have generated a better scoring opportunity. Grade: B+

Ryanne Shaffer #13 (Belle Tire U16, D, 2026): Shaffer’s backward skating strides and edgework are impressive, allowing her to maintain a strong gap on forwards on the rush and using her stick effectively with good body positioning to control the gap and keep them wide. Her poise with the puck is a standout trait, as she calmly quarterbacks the play on the breakout and in the offensive zone, particularly on the powerplay, setting the pace for her team. Offensively, she possess a hard shot release from the point, and always has her head up to see her options for a potential passing option. Grade: B+

Mackenzie Flannigan #34 (Belle Tire U16, D, 2026): M. Flannigan plays a physical game, using her size and strength to box out opponents and keep them away from dangerous areas in her own defensive zone. Her powerful slapshot from the blue line is a key asset, as she consistently gets the puck on net, once scoring with a shot that found its way through a lot of traffic in front. While M. Flannigan is a responsible player and identifies her options on the ice to makes smart tape-to-tape breakout passes, she can enhance her game with more quickness with the puck on the breakout, which will elevate her transition game to the next level. Grade: B+

Caitlin Flannigan #43 (Belle Tire U16, D, 2026): C. Flannigan is a big-bodied, physical presence on the blue line who uses her size effectively to pin opponents along the boards and step up in the offensive zone to help with scoring opportunities when necessary. C. Flannigan is not afraid to pinch in the offensive zone to keep the puck in, and her ability to contribute offensively was highlighted when she went to the front of the net to score a backdoor rebound, and followed it up with a solid low slapshot from the point that made its way through traffic and went in the net. Her defensive positioning is strong, making her an intimidating force on the ice. Grade: B+

Sophia Perreault #73 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2027): Perreault fearlessly creates traffic in front of the net and is able to pick up awkward passes from teammates well, and stays highly engaged in both the offensive and defensive zones. Her ability to backcheck and angle out players out of the play, leading to turnovers, is a beneficial part of her game. While Perreault could improve upon her forward skating strides to be longer and quicker, her strong forechecking ability and net-front presence make her a quality player on the ice. Grade: B+

Ally Orlick #91 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2027): Nice breakout pass to far winger who was swinging wide. Had a zone entry where she delayed, tight turn and made a quick pass to the D that was entering the zone for an assist. Grade: B+

Natalie Jordan #70 (Belle Tire U16, G, 2027): Jordan is an athletic goaltender with exceptional lateral movement, where she is able to quickly move from post-to-post with smooth, efficient slides. Her flexibility allows her to cover the net effectively, and her puck-handling ability behind the net helps her team maintain possession and control the pace of the game. Grade: B+

Lexi Dobbs #9 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2026): Dobbs is a fast skater who makes her presence known on the ice. She consistently gets in on battles and fights for the puck and uses her teammates effectively. Her physical play in battles showcases her determination, as she wins key puck battles in both ends of the ice. Dobbs also demonstrates confidence when carrying the puck up the ice into the offensive zone, all while maintaining good puck protection and control. Dobbs’ ability to play hard on the puck and maintain puck possession under pressure is a standout trait. Grade: B

Katie Carlson #16 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2027): Carlson plays a smart, heads-up game and consistently reads the play well, such as intercepting opponents’ passes and disrupting the opposing team’s momentum. She works hard on the ice, applying pressure on opponents to win back puck possession. Her accurate shot on net further contributes to her offensive output, making her a well-rounded forward. Grade: B

Mackenzie Day #18 (Belle Tire U16, D, 2027): Day is a physical and assertive defender who excels at stepping up on opposing forwards to win puck battles, as seen when she stole the puck from an opponent and quickly transitioned up ice, then delivering a solid tape-to-tape pass that led to a scoring chance. Her strength on the puck is evident, and she shows a keen sense of when to make a passing play and when to take control herself. Grade: B

Addisyn Baird #26 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2026): Baird is a physical and aggressive forward who excels at winning puck battles, especially in the offensive zone. Her hustle and work ethic are evident, as she is consistently engaged in the play in all three zones. Baird’s strong defensive positioning in her defensive zone also highlights her ability to be effective at both ends of the ice, knowing where to be to support her teammates. Grade: B

Emma Markovich #88 (Belle Tire U16, F, 2026): Markovich’s good positioning in both the offensive and defensive zones highlights her high hockey IQ. On the powerplay, she’s particularly effective, using her quickness to draw defenders out of position. Her heads-up play and willingness to play-make in the offensive zone are also notable. Although a tipped shot she made in front of the net went just too high, it demonstrated great hand-eye coordination and a strong sense of timing and net-front positioning. Grade: B

Allison Majer #57 (Belle Tire U16, D, 2027): Had a quick zone rush, made a quick stick handling move to her backhand and then brought it back to her forehand and pulled the puck towards her body for a quick snap shot on net. Grade: C+

Belleville Bearcats U18AA

Carley Uens #8 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F/D, 2027): Carley Uens is a multi-skilled forward who provides good support in any situation she is put into. On the defensive side of the puck she uses her quick speed to get back and catch the puck carrier. She isn’t afraid to take the body and get physical in order to get a turnover. On the offensive side she has quick hands on the draws, and wins pucks cleanly for possession. She has a hard, low slapshot from the circle that makes her a lethal threat every time. Her pressure on the forecheck is great for her age as she has an active stick and forces opponent errors that ultimately turn into turnovers. She is an offensive catalyst that always makes a high impact every game. Grade: B+

Annaka Hoover #18 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, D, 2025): Annaka Hoover is a steady defender who will provide the necessary push in the offensive zone. Her hockey IQ is on display when she understands when to pinch and when to back off because of oncoming pressure. By doing so it allows her to be in good positioning in every zone. While in the offensive zone she can provide a hard slapshot from the point along the ice getting through traffic. Any passes she makes are smooth and tape-to-tape. Overall, she is a good defender who will always help on offense and provide solid defense. Grade: B+

Sophie Splinter #22 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F, 2025): Sophie Splinter is a power forward who isn’t afraid to put on the pressure to make a play happen out of nowhere. She has a great height that allows her the ability to recognize and anticipate plays before anyone else. She is a physical forward who isn’t afraid to push opponents away from the danger areas and battle in the corners to get her team the puck. In the offensive zone she is a constant threat as she has a great variety of shots. The shot that is most on display is her quick snapshot. She gets the puck on an angle that disguises the puck and outsmarts the goalie. Overall, she is a good forward that will always provide an impact on any elite team. Grade: B+

Reece Leeder #55 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F, 2025): Reece Leeder is a steady forward who always does the little things right on every shift. Her puck handling skills are great for her age as she receives passes well with a strong stick and protects the puck until there is a space to pass it to. She has quick hands in tight as she can lift the puck with ease. Her great speed allows her to get up and down the ice with great acceleration. She has good awareness skills, knows where the puck is going. With knowing the puck so well she lets her shots do the talking. She has a quick release, and a deadly accurate wrist shot from the high slot. Overall, she is always an offensive threat every shift on any elite team she plays for. Grade: B+

Lainey Van Vlack #29 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, G, 2025): Lainey Van Vlack is a great goalie who is always the competitive edge for her team. She has strong vision as she tracks the puck well. Her height allows her to look around traffic and get an eye on the puck for great anticipation. She shows her calm nature by having strong lateral movement, not overreacting to plays and shots. When she faces shots she always gets out to the top of the crease to square up to the shooter. By doing so she is able to steer rebound to safe places. Overall, she is a great goalie that any elite team would be lucky to have. Grade: B+

Sophie Shortt #5 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, D, 2027): Sophie Shortt is an all-around good defender who can give any coach good reliable minutes. Her effort on every shift energizes her whole team to do the same. The short bursts of speed propelled by fast acceleration with great pivoting and strides help her get in good body positioning throughout games. She isn’t afraid to get in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Her puck handling skills are good for her age as she handles the puck with poise and makes flat tape to tape passes. Overall, she is a defender that can make a good impact on any elite team. Grade: B

Erica Spencer #17 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, D, 2027): Erica Spencer is a good defender who makes doing the little things right on the ice a priority. Her hockey IQ shows its muscle as she understands that good defense helps a team win. She is a smooth skater with straight-line speed. Her body positioning makes her an anchor on defense as she maintains firm gap control with pushing opponents to the boards. When necessary she can let off an accurate tape-to tape pass for a fast break out. As she continues to play she will improve on all aspects, but still be the anchor on defense any elite team needs. Grade: B

Kalysia McCoy #34 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, D, 2027): Kalysia McCoy is a good defender who is an elite battler in every zone. Although she is most noticed on the defensive side of the ice, she can provide a good offensive push. She has a good size that allows her to be physically effective while reducing opponent angles and pushing them to a less dangerous area. Her quick speed and acceleration allow her to close in on opponents quickly. She doesn’t shy away from battling in the corners and getting the puck back quickly. It is clear to see why she is trusted by her coaches and teammates. Grade: B

Alaina Holmes #49 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F, 2025): Alaina Holmes is an all-around fearless forward who is always ready on every shift. She gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Her speed is great for her age as she shows good acceleration and strides to get where she needs to be. She shows fearlessness in the offensive zone by driving hard to the net without the puck to be ready for opportunities. The knowledge she carries with her in front of the net allows her not to be pushed around, but get into the eyes of the goalie and step aside for rebounds. Overall, she is a great forward who will always do everything she can to get a scoring opportunity for her team. Grade: B

Gabrielle Jette #76 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F, 2026): Gabrielle Jette is a forward who is offensively gifted and shows it every game. She has quick hands on the faceoff, and constantly wins draws cleanly for possession. Her speed is good going up the ice but the backcheck needs a little more effort. It’s her compete level that makes the difference as it’s great to see for her age as she is willing to battle for the puck. She knows how to pass the puck well and rarely turns it over. Even though she will continue to improve the little things in her game, she will continue to be an effective forward for any elite team. Grade: B

Sienna Eberle #79 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, F, 2026): Sienna Eberle is a playmaking forward who is always looking to get the offense started for her team. She consistently controls and handles the puck with poise. Her speed allows her to weave through the opposition to gain the zone on every rush especially on the powerplay. She goes into every battle along the boards with compete and hustle that help her team get the puck back on the cycle. She is definitely a forward any elite team needs on their offense as she always makes a great impact. Grade: B

Jenna Nieman #19 (Belleville Bearcats U18 AA, D, 2025): Jenna Nieman is an offensive defender who has a very great understanding of how to be a threat on the ice every shift. Her hockey IQ is high as she shows great hand-eye coordination by being able to tap the puck out of the air and onto the net. She has decent speed for her age as she can get back in a hurry. Overall, she is a good defender who can help be another layer of great offensive pressure. Grade: B-

Biggby U16

Kaitlin Harris #29 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2027): Kaitlin Harris is an all-around great defender who shows her skill off in all zones of the ice. Even though her primary position is a defender, it is clear to see why she can be seen as a constant offensive threat. She has great positioning in every zone and makes sure to get the puck out in pressure packed situations. Defensively she shows her prowess through her tenacious battle to get the puck back. She does this with a good hustle to back check against an opposing forward who was ahead of her to her net, and pushes her off the puck to get it back. Her physicality is great as she is not afraid to push players to get them away from dangerous areas. In the offensive zone it seems like she is always two steps ahead, getting into a good position to make a difference. Once she collects the puck in the slot she is able to calm the puck down quickly and chooses a top corner wrist shot to get the only goal of the game. Her speed allows her to get into position fairly quickly in order to take advantage of the opportunity. Overall, she has a high compete level and resiliency to put forth a strong effort throughout the whole game. Grade: A-

Jennifer Gaitlitis #7 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2027): Jennifer Gaitlitis is a solid defender who provides consistent and competitive effort. She has good backwards skating strides and pivoting with speed that gives her the opportunity to get back quickly. Her defensive capabilities are also shown by using her stick well to try and poke the puck away and keep distance between her and oncoming opponents. She plays a quiet game with sound body positioning, and maintains good gap control. Her passing skills are good for her age, very accurate. Offensively she is very active on the blueline, holding in pucks. She gets shots on net from the point with her rocket shot. Overall, she has a high compete level showing effort that is beyond her age, and never gives up during puck battles. Grade: B+

Amelia Pustinger #19 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2028): Amelia Pustinger is an all-around great forward who is consistently competitive. Her pressure on the forecheck and backcheck is one that leads by example, gritty and nonstop. In the defensive zone she provides pressure that forces turnovers. She knows how to clear the puck but needs to work on how hard she passes it off the boards in order to make it effective and go to a teammate. In the offensive zone she has good puck positioning as she is able to create cross crease passes and always be where she needs to be. Her speed is good for her age, allowing her to pressure players knowing she can recover well. She is always finding open ice for a pass, a very strong skater and player. Grade: B+

Avery Hutchinson #21 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2026): Avery Hutchinson is an all-around hardworking forward who strives to be the best on the ice. Her abilities in every zone allow her to be effective every game. It starts with her speed, she has great acceleration that allows her to get fast strides off. This speed gives her the opportunity to get ahead of defenders on rushes and protect the puck all the while creating a quality scoring chance for herself. On the defensive side of the puck she has a complete effort by pushing her opponents towards the play, effectively keeping them away from the middle of the ice. Overall it is her anticipation skills that lead her complete game. She competes at a high level and always battles through any physicality that she might face in the offensive zone. She is a player who always puts in a full effort every game. Grade: B+

Carley Kalis #23 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2028): Carley Kalis is a power forward who always provides the extra effort needed in every zone. She is an excellent skater that always wants the puck on her stick. Her compete level is great as she attacks every available puck. Her good body positioning is used to ward off defenders when attacking wide. She can quickly adjust to open ice off faceoffs. In the defensive zone her good positioning is shown by her being very active in following the play while watching her check. She stops and starts on pucks. Her shot is underrated as she can score off of any play with a rocket shot. Grade: B+

Anna Sellis #82 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2028): Anna Sellis is a good forward who is an offensive catalyst. She has good stickhandling skills and puck control. Her competitive edge is shown through her puck protection from opponents. She has good faceoff intentions; bends down low, top hand low on stick, and puts effort into winning and tying up opponents. Her quick skating strides and good crossovers allow her to gain a considerable amount of speed heading into every zone. Overall, she is a good player who can play at all elite levels of hockey. Grade: B+

McKenzie Frusti #11 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2027): McKenzie Frusti has great coverage in every zone of the ice, especially on faceoffs. Her great speed allows her to chase down loose pucks and create plays. Her compete level is good for her age, she is always willing to battle for the puck especially in the tough areas along the boards. She has good crossovers that allow her to get to the net quicker. She’s not afraid to be a net front presence who can deflect the puck with good coordination. Her passing is decent but will be improved over time. Grade: B

Sequoia Vetter #18 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2027): Sequoia Vetter is most noticed for her overall good defensive ability. It is her defensive body positioning and gap control that make her a reliable player every time she is on the ice. Her speed is okay, it can be improved but it doesn’t hinder her game. She battles every shift and makes sure to lead by example. Her primary position is forward but she can also play defense when needed, a true swiss army knife type of player. Overall, she has good skills including passing that make her a very competitive player. Grade: B

Avery Bauman #48 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2026): Avery Bauman is a solid defender who will always give good minutes every game. Her good backwards strides and pivoting on opponents’ rushes allow her to have good gap control when defending oncoming attackers. Her active stick allows her to effectively poke check attackers. She also contributes offensively by doing the little things. Her passing has tape-to-tape accuracy that contributes to a solid breakout, quarter back like passes to teammates at center ice. She is strong on the offensive blueline, often extending plays by holding in pucks time and time again. Her shot allows her to put plenty of pucks on net for rebounds and second chances. Overall, she is a great defender who will continue to improve as she plays. Grade: B

Makenzie Copeland #86 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2026): Mackenzie Copeland is a good defender who does the little things right. Offensively she displays her hockey IQ by knowing when to pinch and keep the cycle going. She isn’t afraid to jump up on plays to create offense with her good accurate wrist shot. She is tall and fast on her feet, showing exceptional acceleration that allows her to capitalize on chances. She backchecks well and is very aware of her body positioning. By doing the little things right it is easy to see why she is trusted by her coaches and teammates. Grade: B-

Megan Churchill #12 (Biggby Coffee U16, F, 2027): Megan Churchill is a battle hungry player who will always give 100% every shift. Her ferocious battling found a loose puck in the offensive zone, and allowed her shot to be put on display by finding the net and scoring. She is a great skater and a hard working forward, puts forth a consistent effort on both the forecheck and backcheck. Grade: C+

Bluewater U18AA

Madison Urbshott #54 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, D, 2026): Urbshott is a highly effective defensive player with excellent positioning and awareness in her zone. She ensures no opposing player is left uncovered around the net, staying active and alert to shut down threats. Her anticipation skills are strong, as demonstrated by her interception at the blue line, leading to a breakaway goal. Urbshott is a strong skater with good gapping and positioning on opposing forwards as they enter her defensive zone, making it difficult for attackers to gain any advantage. Although she can play aggressively at times, she quickly recovers and tracks back to her position, maintaining a disciplined approach to her defensive responsibilities. Urbshott displays a smart defensive game, showing a willingness to block shots and position herself in shooting lanes to disrupt scoring opportunities. Her combination of positioning, anticipation, and physicality makes her a reliable and valuable presence on the ice. Grade: B+/A-

Cadie Collins #70 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, G, 2026): Collins makes consistent good saves, especially when under a lot of pressure. Grade: B+

Lauren Stewart #4 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, D, 2026): Stewart is a reliable defender with strong backward skating and pivoting abilities, which allow her to stay well-engaged in the play and maintain solid positioning. She demonstrates good gap control on opponents entering her zone, using her stick effectively to poke-check and disrupt their progress before applying hard pressure to neutralize their offensive threat. Her decision-making with the puck is impressive, as she consistently finds both direct and area passing options to maintain possession. Stewart is quick to move the puck off won faceoffs, efficiently transitioning her team up ice. She’s aggressive on loose pucks, showing a determined mindset to jump into battles and win possession for her team. Stewart’s combination of skating ability, defensive awareness, and assertiveness on loose pucks makes her a strong asset on both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Zoe Morin #10 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, F, 2027): Morin is a relentless forward with an aggressive playing style. She showcased her offensive abilities by scoring a goal on the rush. In the offensive zone, she has good puck control and stickhandling, driving hard to the net to create scoring opportunities. She has a powerful wrist shot that she can release quickly, as shown when she hit the crossbar with a strong attempt. Morin’s speed is a standout quality, and she’s tenacious in puck battles, consistently putting forth multiple efforts to win possession. She engages physically along the boards and isn’t afraid to battle for the puck. Her combination of speed, puck control, and relentless work ethic make her a constant threat, especially in high-pressure situations around the net. Grade: B

Riley Duffy #15 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, F, 2025): Duffy has a good hockey IQ with the puck, quickly finds open ice after making a pass, and can control the game through the neutral zone. Grade: B

Lowyn Weber #9 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, F, 2025): Weber is a good skater who is strong on her feet and confident to rush the puck. She takes contact and continues moving, making it very hard to knock her off the puck. Weber displays patience with the puck. Grade: B-

Megan Henderson #21 (Bluewater Hawks U18 AA, F, 2025): Henderson is very fast and makes herself an option for breakout passes. She uses her speed to dump and chase often winning the associated puck races. Grade: B-

Brampton U18AA

Skylar Ruschpler #88 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, F, 2027): Ruschpler moves her feet exceptionally well, always staying active and involved in the play. Whether in transition or on the attack, she consistently joins the rush, adding an extra offensive layer to her team’s game. Her awareness on the ice is top-tier, constantly scanning her surroundings and making smart plays to create scoring opportunities. On the power play, she executed a clever punch turn, using her agility and hockey sense to shift momentum and open up passing lanes. When she’s on the puck, she’s relentless. Hard and aggressive in puck battles, she uses her strength and tenacity to win possession. In one instance, she skillfully maneuvered the puck to the middle of the ice, setting herself up for a dangerous shot on net. Her quickness is a defining feature of her game. She’s a real burner with blazing speed, and she knows how to use it to her advantage. Whether she’s carrying the puck or positioning herself to receive a pass, her acceleration and agility allow her to beat defenders wide and drive hard to the net. Ruschlper’s hockey IQ is evident in her passing as well. She delivers crisp, easy-to-handle passes that enable her teammates to maintain the pace of play. Combined with her speed, she’s able to turn even the smallest openings into dangerous opportunities. Her shot is a hard, quick release that catches goalies off-guard, making her a constant threat in the offensive zone. She’s also a highly effective penalty killer, using her speed and anticipation to disrupt plays and clear the puck, making her invaluable in all game situations. Grade: A-

Serena Silva #3 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, F, 2027): Silva demonstrated awareness and quick thinking in the neutral zone when she used a clever bump off the boards to maneuver around the defense. By reading the play and recognizing the defense’s positioning, she executed this play with precision, allowing her to beat the defender to the puck and drive the play forward. Her ability to use the boards as a tool in tight spaces highlights her creativity and spatial awareness. On the penalty kill, her relentless forechecking pressure stood out. She aggressively pursued the puck carrier, using her speed and determination to close down passing lanes. In one sequence, she forced a turnover with a well-timed steal, disrupting the opposition’s breakout and instantly shifting the momentum in her team’s favor. Her tenacity on the PK makes her a constant threat. Silva’s offensive instincts were on full display in her goal against the Hamilton Hawks. She used a quick punch turn to evade the defender, creating just enough time and space to separate herself and escape the pressure. This slick move allowed her to make a clean play and capitalize on the scoring opportunity. Grade: B+

Lucy Terzievski #71 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, D, 2027): Terzievski is a quick skater, she uses her speed to create separation from defenders and push the pace of play. Her explosive first few strides allow her to get up to top speed rapidly, making her a constant threat in both offensive and defensive situations. She handles the puck with ease, displaying smooth stickhandling that enables her to carry the puck with confidence even at high speeds. Always eager to contribute offensively, Terzievski frequently jumps into the rush, adding an extra layer of pressure on the opposing defense. Whether it’s leading the charge or trailing as an option, she reads the play well and knows when to capitalize on opportunities to support the attack. Her offensive instincts were on full display when she scored with a powerful wrist shot from the top of the circle. With her quick release and pinpoint accuracy, she sent a rocket of a shot past the goaltender, highlighting her ability to be a scoring threat from distance. Grade: B+

Sarah Elson #34 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, D, 2027): Elson stands tall on the ice, she effectively uses her long reach to disrupt opponents and steer plays toward the outside. Her ability to extend her stick and angle attackers away from high-danger areas makes her an invaluable presence in the defensive zone. Defensively sound, she uses her reach not just for poke checks but to maintain control in 1v1 battles, preventing forwards from gaining inside positioning. On the boards, Elson combines quickness and physicality to win puck battles. Whether pinning an opponent or digging the puck out in contested areas, she leverages her size and strength to gain control and protect the puck. Her agility along the boards is key, as she can quickly transition from defense to offense, and her smart body positioning makes it difficult for opponents to knock her off balance. Her first pass out of the zone is consistently accurate and delivered tape-to-tape, jumpstarting breakouts with precision. She sees the ice well, often making the perfect read to find her forwards in stride, ensuring her team transitions smoothly from defense to offense. Additionally, she shields the puck exceptionally well with her body, making it hard for defenders to strip her of possession. Grade: B

Gracie McKee #9 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, D, 2027): McKee is a physically imposing player, she combines her size with impressive mobility and quickness. She moves with fluidity, allowing her to cover ground efficiently and keep pace with the play. One of her key strengths is her eagerness to jump into the rush, providing an additional offensive threat while still maintaining defensive responsibilities. Her ability to seamlessly transition from defense to offense adds a dynamic element to her game, making her a valuable two-way player. In the offensive zone, she demonstrates agility along the blue line, moving laterally with speed and precision to create better shooting angles. Her awareness allows her to quickly identify open lanes, ensuring her shots consistently get through traffic and onto the net. Defensively, McKee stands strong at both blue lines, using her size and timing to challenge opposing forwards attempting to enter the zone. Her ability to step up aggressively in these situations helps to disrupt zone entries and stymie the opposition’s attack. Grade: B-

Brina Bottos #91 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, D, 2026): Bottos is highly active along the blue line, constantly moving to create better passing and shooting lanes. Her sharp awareness allows her to make tape-to-tape passes on breakouts. In the defensive zone, she is always in the right position, providing reliable support for her defensive partner. Her ability to read the play and anticipate movement makes her a steady presence at the back end. Her skating mechanics are good, combined with fluid strides with excellent edge work to stay balanced and mobile in all situations. In the neutral zone, she’s sharp, as demonstrated when she made a smooth, heads-up play to spot the center swinging through the middle and delivered a perfect pass to facilitate a quick zone entry. Her ability to keep her head up while controlling the puck makes her effective in tight spaces and under pressure. Defensively and offensively, Bottos is always moving her feet, pushing upwards to stay involved in the play. Grade: B-

Rainn Baliat #93 (Brampton Canadettes U18 AA, F, 2027): Baliat demonstrated strong positioning and awareness when she stopped in front of the net to capitalize on a rebound opportunity. On the power play, she showcased her offensive skill by walking in from the blue line and unleashing a hard, low shot that tested the goaltender and created a significant scoring chance. Her quick reflexes and hands were evident when she skillfully caught the puck with her hand off the glass to prevent it from leaving the zone. Baliat’s skating is marked by excellent edge work and good speed, allowing her to maneuver effectively both with and without the puck. Possessing impressive vision, she is adept at reading the play and making smart decisions. She is comfortable carrying the puck, using her agility and awareness to navigate through traffic and set up offensive opportunities. Grade: B-

Brantford U18AA

Skylar Penfold #11 (Brantford Ice Cats U18 AA, D, 2026): Penfold has an accurate, quick release with her wrist shot that creates chances and challenges goalies. She scored on the powerplay in front of the net with her wicked wrist shot. Defensively, she gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Grade: B

Trinity MacDonald #14 (Brantford Ice Cats U18 AA, D, 2025): MacDonald made a good interception in the neutral zone by the reading play well and picking off pass attempt, then coming into offensive zone for a hard-high wrist shot on net. Grade: B

Harlow Kaniuk Barker #29 (Brantford Ice Cats U18 AA, F, 2025): Kaniuk Barker made a nice self-pass on the boards and then put the puck between the defender’s legs. She has good hockey IQ and awareness. Grade: B

Kylie Foss #12 (Brantford Ice Cats U18 AA, F, 2025): Foss angles strategically when forechecking and has an active stick to cause turnovers. Grade: B-

Burlington U18AA

Aubrey Biase #16 (Burlington Jr. Barracudas, F, 2026): Biase is a big, strong player with a powerful stride who uses her physicality effectively to protect the puck and create space. Her puck protection skills allow her to make smart plays, including precise backhand passes through tight seams that land tape-to-tape. With her impressive speed, she is quick to get back on defense, providing solid support in her zone. In battles along the boards and in the corners, Biase is relentless, using her strength and body positioning to win pucks. She has soft hands in tight spaces and can dangle through traffic to create scoring chances, as demonstrated by her backhand low-glove goal against Anaheim. Her net-driving ability is formidable, as she consistently brings the puck off the wall and powers her way to the net. With excellent ice vision and an aggressive offensive presence, Biase is a versatile forward who can both create and finish plays effectively. Grade: B+

Angelica Morcone #10 (Ancaster Avalanche U18 AA, F, 2026): Morcone is a poised and confident puck handler who can skillfully weave around opponents and gain the zone to drive the net. With impressive speed and quick, agile edges, she frequently attacks down the right wing, ripping powerful wrist shots on goal. She excels in chip-and-chase situations, using her speed and energy to win races to the puck and disrupt the defense on the forecheck, often forcing errors. A high-energy player with strong ice awareness and anticipation, Morcone has great stickhandling skills that allow her to beat defenders one-on-one. She is unafraid to drive hard to the middle of the ice, finding open spaces and creating scoring opportunities. Her ability to read the play, combined with her tenacity, makes her a constant offensive threat and a versatile player capable of making an impact on every shift. Grade: B

Sofia Starr #11 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, F, 2026): Starr gets in on the forecheck, forces errors, and uses a strong stick check to cause turnovers. She plays with her head up, looking for open teammates to smoothly hit with passes on the tape. She uses her size to engage in battles along the boards and win pucks. Starr drives hard to the net with and without the puck. Grade: B

Addyson Lee #18 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, D, 2028): Lee moves the puck well, putting a crisp first pass on the tape, and hitting an open teammate on the tape through the seam. She has a low snapshot from the point to create chances. She showed her offensive prowess when she dropped down, drove the net, and fired a one-timer to light the lamp against Anaheim. Grade: B

McKenna O’Connor #29 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, F, 2025): O’Connor is a good-sized mobile player who uses her size and physicality to her advantage. She plays with a strong physical presence, taking the body and using her long reach to push opponents to the outside, effectively limiting their scoring chances. Her ability to win faceoffs cleanly with quick hands is a valuable asset, as it often results in immediate possession for her team. O’Connor has impressive speed and puck-handling skills, allowing her to weave through defenders and drive hard to the net with confidence. She has a quick snapshot that she can get on net, making her a scoring threat when she gains the offensive zone. Her passing game is precise and reliable, as she consistently delivers crisp passes on the tape, even under pressure. She uses her puck protection skills to create space and make effective passes to her teammates, including clean passes to the point. Defensively, she supports the play deep in her zone, showing good awareness and positioning. She makes smart decisions with the puck and is effective on the breakout, often driving hard along the side boards to advance the play. O’Connor’s combination of size, mobility, and skill makes her a strong two-way player who can impact the game at both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Kylie Penrose #98 (Burlington Jr. Barracudas, F, 2026): Penrose uses her speed to her advantage when carrying the puck out of the zone and gaining the offensive zone. Her speed allows her to blow by the defender, drive hard to the net, and get pucks on goal. She is quick on loose pucks off the draw. Her net-front presence enables her to get into position and deflect point shots for chances. She battles in the corners for pucks on the powerplay. Grade: B

Kionna McCrory #8 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, F, 2026): McCrory uses her smooth edges and good speed to her advantage as she controls the puck and drives wide to beat the defender and head to the net for shots on goal. She forechecks aggressively and covers for defense in the offensive zone. Grade: B-

Lylah Cummings #26 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, D, 2027): Cummings has good size and a quick snapshot from the point. She moves puck back and forth smoothly with her partner. Grade: B-

Ava Dubkowski #21 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, F, 2026): Dubkowski’s passes are on target. She applies pressure on the backcheck. She does a good job taking the body and separating the player from the puck. Grade: B-

Marley Clarke #9 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, D, 2025): Clarke uses her good size to her advantage, getting in the shooting lanes and blocking shots. She is a lefty with a hard slapshot from a distance and a quick-release snapshot from the right wing.

Caledon U18AA

Marita Barreca #30 (Caledon U18 AA, G, 2025): Barreca is a clutch goaltender who makes the hard saves when her team needs it. Her reaction time and movement works together very well to help her make cross-crease saves and always seem to be square for shots. Her save on the penalty shot showed her ability to stay confident and, in the moment, because it seemed to us that she knew it was going there before the player shot. Her puck tracking through bodies was strong this weekend as well. One example would be when she faced a shot from the high slot and she saw it through bodies and into her catching glove. Grade: A

Umber Dhillon #92 (Caledon U18 AA, D, 2026): Dhillon is a skilled and poised defenseman for Caledon. She is so confident with the puck and knows exactly what she wants to do with it before she does. If she does not have a pass up ice she uses her skating and confidence with the puck to take it herself to transition her team on the attack. Her stick skills include strong deking, which helps her create time and space to accurately make plays to her teammates. Her vision also helps her with being an effective puck mover so her team can smoothly transition up ice. Defensively she skates backward well keeping good gaps to minimize strong threats on her goalie. Grade: B+

Charlotte Holden #93 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2027): Holden has good positioning and tie-ups on faceoffs. She won a faceoff in the offensive zone, the puck went low, and she supported the puck while driving to the net for a give-and-go type of play, got the pass back, and scored a textbook goal off her faceoff win. She’s a good forechecker and works the battles in the corners. She is not afraid to carry the puck out of the zone from below the goal line. Grade: B+

Pallavi Hari #97 (Caledon U18 AA): Hari is a dynamic and quick skater, capable of accelerating in just a couple of strides, making her an immediate offensive threat. In the offensive zone, she’s creative with her puck handling and uses saucer passes effectively, delivering flat and precise setups for her teammates. Her quick-release wrist shot is a weapon, especially when she utilizes defenders as screens to change shooting angles and create quality scoring opportunities. In clutch moments, Hari shows poise and finishing ability, as demonstrated by her overtime winner. On a breakaway in OT, she displayed excellent deception, faking with her forehand to freeze the goalie before shifting to her backhand and putting the puck into a wide-open net. Her hands are decent and allow her to dangle around opponents, making her a versatile threat. Hari is also strong in puck battles, working hard in the corners and using her stick effectively for checks. She’s shifty on her feet, and her agility combined with her hockey IQ makes her a challenging player to defend against. Overall, her speed, skill, and creativity make her a valuable offensive player who can capitalize on key scoring opportunities. Grade: B+

Layla Moniz #8 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2025): Moniz is a centre who has good faceoff instincts to win the draws. Ties up her opposing centers well by and puts effort in by being physical with faceoff opponent with her stick and body to try to win faceoff. Grade: B

Scout Dennis #11 (Barrie Sharks U15AA, D, 2026): Dennis is a defender who plays with high risk/reward. She is aggressive on the point and wants to keep pucks down deep in the attacking zone to establish a strong offensive zone presence. When she possesses the puck on the point she has time to rip a low slap shot on net that has good power and opens up rebound chances for her team. The aggressive play sometimes gets her in trouble. She hesitated at times and resulted in chances going the other way. With quicker decision making she can further progress her development. Grade: B

Scarlett Smith #14 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, F, 2025): Smith is a quick and agile defender. She uses her skating ability and lateral movements to help her team exit the zone if she can’t find the right pass by taking it up ice herself. Those traits also allow her to be a great penalty killer, matched with good positioning and an active stick she blocks passes and applies solid pressure to cause turnovers. In front of the net she develops a good net-front presence and uses her lower body to box out the opposition to clear the eyes of her goaltender. Her breakout passes could use some work to find the right first pass instead of forcing one. Grade: B

Danielle Brown #29 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning U15AA, F, 2027): Brown is a strong, mobile player with good size and surprising speed, allowing her to be effective in both offensive and defensive roles. She consistently positions herself well on both ends of the ice, making herself available for outlet passes and quickly transitioning to the backcheck to stay with her assignment. Her commitment to the backcheck ensures she’s always on the right player, helping disrupt opposing plays. With a strong shot and an ability to move well for her size, Brown is capable of generating offense when opportunities arise. She anticipates plays well, reading the ice and reacting to developing situations. Her physicality is evident in the corners and along the boards, where she battles hard, using her body to win puck battles and apply pressure. She is also adept at using her stick effectively to lift opponents’ sticks and maintain control, particularly valuable on the power play. On the forecheck, she applies consistent pressure to force turnovers, utilizing her physical presence and strong anticipation. Brown’s combination of size, speed, physicality, and hockey IQ make her a versatile player who can contribute in all situations, whether it’s forechecking, backchecking, or playing in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Rachel Laplante #33 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2027): Laplante is a strong, mobile skater with good size and a sturdy build, which she effectively uses to protect the puck. She makes smart, accurate first passes, helping to quickly transition from defense to offense. Her ability to carry the puck into the offensive zone allows her to set up plays, showcasing her skill and vision on the ice. As a forechecker, Laplante applies effective pressure, using her strong anticipation to create turnovers by reading plays well. Her work ethic is evident in her hustle and commitment to skating with the puck into the offensive zone, especially on 1v1 situations where she holds her own. In the neutral zone, she makes smart, heads-up passes and is reliable during regroups, ensuring her team maintains control and advances play. Overall, Laplante’s combination of size, skating ability, puck protection, and decision-making makes her a reliable presence on the ice who can impact both ends of the game. Grade: B

Dakota Andreoli #66 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2027): Andreoli is good on faceoffs. She bends down low and places hand on stick low to maximize chances of winning draw. Grade: B

Gracie Cadeau #84 (Barrie Sharks U18 AA, F, 2025): Cadeau uses her body for positioning in battles as well as physically on the forecheck. She has good footwork and hustles. She uses her body to protect the puck and is strong when driving to the net. follows up her drives/rebounds to the net – stays with it. Grade: B

Noelani Jacome-Schutz #88 (Caledon U18 AA, D, 2025): Jacome-Schutz scored with a slapshot from the point. She has great speed carrying the puck into O-zone on the wing side. Grade: B

Peyton Barker #98 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2026): Barker is a good-sized and physical player who patrols up and down the wing. She drives the lanes in the neutral zone. She is aggressive on the forecheck and gets out quickly to point on the penalty kill. Grade: B

Riley Hoisak #65 (Caledon U18 AA, D): Hoisak has good movement D to D on the blue line in offensive zone. She can carry the puck deep into the O-zone, good protection. Grade: B-

Central York Panthers U18AA

Ella Lewington #77 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2027): Lewington hard and aggressive on the forecheck, fast skater. Collects and receives the puck smooth on stick. Had a rebound goal, crashes the net hard. Had a nice backhand saucer pass to teammate in the ozone. All over the ice, forechecks like crazy and is aggressive on puck. Grade: A

Elle DeSilva #91 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2028): Quick punch turn at the hash marks when she entered the zone, looked for the pass to teammates first. Had a nice 3v2 zone entry where she went hard to the net and stopped on the goal line, got the rebound off a shot for a goal. Grade: A 

April McCaughey #9 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D, 2027): McCaughey handles puck well when she under pressure/doesn’t give puck up or shoot it down the ice. In all three zones she picks her head up before she passes. Likes to rush the puck up, made a stickhandling move around D and used the D for a screen and shot on net. Grade: A-

Avery Mann #10 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2027): Mann carries puck with speed and head up. Made a quick punch turn at the red line and then dumped puck on net for a line change. Hard battles in the corner, got puck out and passed to F3 in the slot. Made the pass on a 2v1. Made a smart play to zip the puck across ice when she was battling on the boards in the NZ to the weak side. Grade: A-

Abby Brumwell #14 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2027): Brumwell Joined the rush to make it a 2v1, collected the puck below the dots and went forehand to backhand and slid the puck five hole for a goal. Had good patience as f3 and buried a high rebound for a goal. Under Handles the puck well, picks her head up when skating. Grade: A-

Fiona Marley #11 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D, 2027): Marley carries the puck well on her blade and underhanded the puck well. Is calm when she is being pressured and doesn’t throw puck away. She does a good job of keeping her feet moving while carrying the puck. Smart dump in plays, was always an outlet pass option, moved to open space well. Grade: B+

Keira Marley #12 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2027): Marley has quick jump on a rush, walked in the zone off a zone entry and took a wrist shot that went high blocker for a goal. Grade: B+

Shyla Gamble #17 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2027): Gamble had a good step on the blue line to keep the puck in zone, takes chances. Makes clean crisp passes that are flat on the ice. When she wheels around the net to gain speed in the dzone she picks her head up to ensure tape to tape passes to wingers. Hard forecheck, stripped puck from player in the neutral zone to turn up ice for a zone entry. Gamble is a fast skating forward who can get around opposing defenders using her constantly moving feet. She uses her body and speed well to protect the puck and not show signs of slowing down. She can create offense at a high level of speed and can shoot off the rush and find the back of the net. In the faceoff dot she is also trust worthy to snap back pucks and be aggressive at the circle. Grade: B+

Mackenna Terrey #13 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, G, 2025): Terrey is up for the task meaning she is engaged and plays solid in her crease. She reads the play in front of her well and uses her vision to see shots through screens and make timely saves. Her movement in the crease is smooth and efficient, she makes sure she is square and ready for the next shot. Grade: B+

Mateya Briet #15 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D, 2027): Briet quick hands and feet. Brought the puck to open ice when she got pressured, don’t just throw it away. Hard powerful slap shot from the point on net. Was fast on her feet when she won a foot race to beat the forechecker so it was an icing. Grade: B

Briar Deckers #98 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D, 2028): Deckers is a smooth skating defender who can take the puck up ice and make plays with the puck. Her hands and lateral skating can make players miss and allow her to find better skating lanes. She shows poise and confidence with the puck by taking the puck towards the perimeter and then making a move towards the middle of the ice to get a better chance at the net. Grade: B

Sloane Cowan #16 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D/F, 2027): Cowan has a powerful shot on net from the point. She saw that she had time and space and made a quick move around the D to create space. Made a smart drop pass to the trailer as f3 (good awareness). Grade: B-

Serena Di Stefano #22 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, F, 2026): Soft hands when she is in tight to the goalie. Grade: B-

Lily Latchford #79 (Central York Panthers U18 AA, D, 2027): Latchford is always moving her feet. Made a smart heads up play in the neutral zone where she passed the puck cross ice to the weak side for a clean zone entry. Grade: B-

Chatham-Kent U18AA

Sierra Johnson #3 (Chatham Kent Crush U18 AA, F, 2027): Had a goal vs Markham Stouffville. Grade: B-

Tessa Vandehogen #8 (Chatham Kent Crush U18 AA, F, 2026): Had a great backcheck through the middle and broke the puck up. Grade: B-

Ella DeMaeyer #9 (Chatham Kent Crush U18 AA, D, 2025): Good awareness and stepped up on a play at the blue line when she saw she had enough time and space. Grade: B-

Chicago Mission U16

Lillian Myers #46 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2026, Delaware): Myers is a versatile and skilled forward who excels in both offensive and defensive aspects of the game. She has a quick, accurate snapshot that she can release efficiently in scoring areas, often driving to the net for quick catch-and-release opportunities. Her net-front presence is key, as she gains position in the slot to deflect shots and crashes the net for rebounds, making her a constant threat around the crease. Her slick stickhandling and soft hands allow her to navigate through traffic and maintain control in tight spaces. Myers shows great vision in the offensive zone, frequently locating open teammates and delivering crisp tape-to-tape passes. Her ability to make smart plays and her awareness make her a reliable playmaker. She forechecks aggressively, using a quick stick check and inside body positioning to cause turnovers, while on the backcheck, she provides valuable defensive support by getting into the right position. Her strong edges and pivots help her maintain effective defensive coverage, and her skating ability allows her to cover a lot of ground quickly. Her slapshot one-timer is a dangerous weapon with a quick release and significant power, giving goaltenders little time to react. Overall, Myers combines her offensive skillset, vision, and defensive responsibility to be a well-rounded player capable of impacting the game at both ends of the ice. Grade: A

Quinn Schwartz #2 (Chicago Mission U16, D, 2026): Schwartz uses her good size and vision effectively, particularly when getting into the middle of the ice to release a hard wrist shot from the point. Her ability to keep her head up while weaving around opponents enables her to find open shooting lanes and capitalize on opportunities, like her goal from the high slot where she identified a lane and advanced closer to the net to score. Defensively, Schwartz demonstrates strong awareness and poise under pressure. She retreated into her defensive zone when options were limited and executed a smart spin move to evade pressure before making a precise tape-to-tape pass to a teammate to relieve the situation. Her quick release on wrist and snapshot adds to her offensive threat, making her an important piece in both offensive and defensive scenarios. Schwartz’s combination of size, skating ability, and awareness makes her a reliable player who contributes effectively on both ends of the ice. Grade: A-

Alexis Bornhoeft #37 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2027): Bornhoeft is a high-tempo player with excellent offensive instincts and dynamic puck skills. She has soft, quick hands in tight spaces, allowing her to release accurate wrist shots upstairs with speed, making her dangerous around the net. Her quick release makes it difficult for goaltenders to react. She is relentless on the forecheck, using her speed to quickly get in on defenders and force errors. Bornhoeft consistently causes turnovers and wins pucks, creating offensive opportunities for her team. Her fast skating, coupled with strong, efficient strides, allows her to carry the puck up the ice with speed and control. Bornhoeft shows strong playmaking vision. She made a great read and executed a perfect tape-to-tape pass to an open teammate in front of the net, showing her awareness and instincts in crucial situations. She consistently supports the play, battles for possession, and isn’t afraid to crash the net to generate chances. Overall, she plays with high energy and is consistently around the puck, making her a constant threat in both creating and finishing offensive plays. Grade: A-

Charlotte Prodoehl #58 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2028): Prodoehl powers through the opposition along the boards, showcasing her physicality and determination. She battles hard in front of the net, consistently gaining position to deflect point shots and create scoring opportunities. Her crisp, on-target passes contribute to her team’s offensive flow. In a scramble in the slot, she snapped the puck by the Aeros goalie to score, and later found the back of the net again, capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble during a powerplay. A player with a big frame, Prodoehl uses her size and speed efficiently on the forecheck, applying physicality to win loose puck battles and retrieve possession. Grade: A-

Emerson Tuvell #8 (Chicago Mission U16, D, 2026): Tuvell showcases a presence at the point, where her hard, low wrist shots and quick snapshots consistently get through traffic and on net. Her ability to release these shots with speed and precision creates rebound opportunities for her teammates in the offensive zone, making her an asset on the attack. Her first pass is smooth and accurate, allowing her to hit the stretch pass with ease and help transition her team up the ice efficiently. Tuvell’s skating is also a strong point, as she demonstrates good backward strides and pivots, enabling her to stay mobile and defensively sound in all situations. Tuvell’s ability to fire accurate, powerful shots from the point with a quick release makes her a constant threat offensively, especially on the powerplay, where she often creates second-chance opportunities for her team. Grade: B+

Sarah Reeder #27 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2028): Reeder demonstrates excellent skill in the faceoff circle, consistently winning battles and cleanly drawing the puck to her teammates to start plays with possession. Her awareness and strength at the dot help her team gain an immediate advantage. Offensively, Reeder is aggressive and determined. She gets pucks on net and follows up for rebounds, never hesitating to crash the net. She drives hard without the puck, establishing a strong net-front presence to create havoc for defenders and goalies alike. Her forechecking is fierce—she attacks the defense with an active stick, causing turnovers and generating chances. Reeder’s quick strides and impressive stickhandling make her a constant threat, whether she’s carrying the puck or pressuring opponents. Her speed and control allow her to navigate through defenses and maintain possession while creating opportunities for her team. Grade: B+

Tate Roth #55 (Chicago Mission U16, D, 2027): Roth is a player with good size who consistently demonstrates strong playmaking abilities. She effectively hits stretch passes and makes quick puck retrievals under pressure. On the power play, she showcases her intelligence and precision, delivering smart and smooth passes to set up opportunities. Roth possesses a powerful and quick wrist shot, which makes her a scoring threat. Her skating skills are also impressive, with great backward strides and crossovers. She utilizes her large frame to physically dominate opposing forwards, especially when pushing them off the puck during dump-ins. Overall, Roth is a highly physical and reliable player who excels both offensively and defensively. Grade: B+

Morgan Link #88 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2026, Delaware): Link is strong in the faceoff circle, effectively tying up opponents and winning battles to draw a high percentage of pucks cleanly to her teammates, allowing them to start the play with possession. She demonstrates great awareness by recognizing opportunities to execute draws forward, catching the opponent off guard. With soft hands in tight, Link skillfully navigates through traffic to dish the puck to the point. She keeps her head up while weaving around opponents, displaying good vision and awareness. Quick on loose pucks, she uses her forehand to win crucial defensive zone draws. Link excels at tying up her opponents in the faceoff circle, and she occasionally turns quickly to push the puck back to her defender on her stick blade or by kicking it to her defender, ensuring a smooth transition in play. Grade: B+

MaKenna Regan #38 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2027): Regan is a highly competitive player with a strong presence in the faceoff circle. She consistently wins battles, drawing the puck cleanly to her teammates to start the play with possession, giving her team the advantage off the draw. Her defensive instincts are excellent, as she rushes the point to use her active stick to disrupt plays, cause turnovers, and clear the zone effectively. On the forecheck, she is equally aggressive, getting in quickly on defenders to force errors and recover pucks. Defensively, Regan’s hard backchecking is one of her strengths. She’s relentless in pursuing opponents, using her aggressive style to strip the puck off of them. Her puck-hungry mentality drives her to constantly pressure the opposition, and her quick feet and good strides allow her to stay in pursuit and make defensive stops. Overall, Regan’s combination of strong faceoff ability, active defensive play, and aggressive forechecking makes her a versatile and valuable player on both sides of the puck. Grade: B

Helen Lane #39 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2027): Lane is a hardworking player who engages in physical battles, particularly along the boards. On the forecheck, Lane skates hard, consistently chasing down pucks and applying pressure on opposing defenders. Her aggressive forechecking forces opponents into rushed decisions, and she battles with intensity to strip the puck away or create turnovers deep in the offensive zone. Overall, Lane’s physicality and effort on the boards and forecheck make her a disruptive force and an asset in puck possession battles. She plays with grit and is willing to do the hard work to win pucks for her team. Grade: B

Gianna Monaco #51 (Chicago Mission U16, D, 2028): Monaco is a calm and composed defender with strong puck-moving abilities. She moves the puck smoothly in tandem with her defensive partner, helping to facilitate a controlled breakout and maintain possession under pressure. Her poise is one of her assets, as she does not panic when pressured, often curling to escape pressure and move the play up ice efficiently. Monaco’s straight-line speed is a valuable tool, allowing her to accelerate quickly and close gaps on attackers or join the rush when necessary. Her skating ability is further highlighted by her good backward skating, pivots, and strides, which enable her to stay with her mark and maintain tight gap control. Defensively, Monaco uses her active stick effectively, disrupting plays and attempting to bat the puck away from opponents. Her strong defensive positioning and skating mechanics make her a reliable defender capable of handling both defensive zone coverage and contributing to offensive transitions. Grade: B

Evie Pasin #57 (Chicago Mission U16, F/D, 2028): Pasin fires a hard, low snapshot from the point, ensuring the puck gets through traffic and on net. She battles at the offensive blue line, using her active stick to keep pucks in play and sustain offensive pressure. With her head always up, she demonstrates patience with the puck, waiting for opportunities to present themselves. Her agility allows her to step around defenders and create shooting lanes for a quick snapshot on goal. Poised and confident, Pasin is capable of controlling the puck coast to coast, making her an offensive threat. Grade: B

Ella Skotty #61 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2026): Skotty gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots effectively. She makes crisp cross-ice passes that land on the tape of her teammates. Skotty’s forechecking is aggressive, forcing errors and causing turnovers from the opposition. She shows excellent hand-eye coordination, especially in tight situations. Skotty drives hard to the net with the puck, battling in front of the goal to earn space and create scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates. She slid in unattended to bury a rebound against the Aeros. Grade: B

Sophia Monaco #81 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2028): Monaco uses her speed effectively to get in on the forecheck and force errors. Her passes are smooth and on target. She received a pass in the slot to bury a quick snapshot for a goal against the Aeros. Grade: B

Mia Sullivan #10 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2026): Sullivan uses her size to her advantage when engaging in net-front battles, battles along the boards in the offensive zone, and battles in the corners. Grade: B-

Kyla Schneider #20 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2026): Schneider uses her speed to rush the point, block shots, and grab the turnover for a zone entry. She sees the ice and is aware of her incoming teammate to find her with a well-placed backhand pass. Grade: B-

Sophia Ottolino #42 (Chicago Mission U16, F, 2027): Ottolino plays physically and uses her size to her advantage. She battles below the red line and wins pucks to take to the net, battles in front of the net, and battles in the corners to force errors and win pucks. Grade: B-

College Borget Prep

Beatrice Turcotte #8 (College Bourget U18, F, 2027): Turcotte showed great compete chasing down a loose puck loose puck late in the second period. She was able to corral the puck and use her speed to beat her defender wide and net the tying goal against North Halton. Grade: B+

Alice Bernard #12 (College Bourget U18, D, 2027): Bernard is a stable defender who is very confident moving the puck up ice. She displays excellent patience with the puck and makes smart tape-to-tape passes. She has excellent hockey IQ off the puck and can read the play well to step up and disrupt passes. Grade: B

Ellie Isenor #21 (College Bourget U18, F, 2026): Isenor is a heads-up player who reads the game well. She avoided an offside after realizing a teammate had crossed the blueline. She is able to find loose pucks in battles and deliver crisp tape-to-tape breakout passes to get her team moving up ice. Grade: B

Emma Leger Davis #18 (College Bourget U18, F, 2027): Léger Davis is excellent in her own end, she competes hard to get pucks out at her own blueline. Her positioning in the defensive zone is spot on, keeps her head on a swivel to pick up loose checks. During breakouts, Léger Davis finds open ice allowing her team to efficiently breakout. Grade: B-

Charlotte Giguere #11 (College Bourget U18, F, 2028): Giguère put forth a consistent effort and shows great compete, she pursues backchecks until the play is over. Giguère displays excellent off puck positioning in the defensive zone. Grade: C

Culver Academy

Piper Gwinn #6 (Culver Academy, F, 2027): Gwinn’s stickhandling is silky smooth, allowing her to maneuver through defenders with ease. On one notable play, she dangled her way past a defenseman and drove hard to the net, showcasing her fearlessness and offensive instincts. When she has the puck, she’s a constant threat, capable of creating scoring chances seemingly out of nowhere. Gwinn’s hockey sense and awareness are elite. She knows when to accelerate and how to use her speed to her advantage. In one play, she gained momentum, flying through the neutral zone before wheeling around the offensive zone, using her speed and quick edge work to create time and space for herself. Although the shot sailed wide, her ability to carve out shooting lanes by evading defenders is remarkable. Her smooth puck handling at high speed, paired with quick, agile edgework, makes her nearly impossible to contain in transition. Defensively, she’s just as sharp—reading plays before they unfold and breaking up multiple attempts by the opposing team to exit their zone. Her ability to disrupt plays and turn defense into offense contributes significantly to her team’s puck possession and transition game. Grade: A-

Maya Watanabe #13 (Culver Academy, F): Watanabe’s hockey intelligence shines through in her playmaking ability. During a breakout, she executed a smart chip pass to the center, perfectly timed to set up the transition and advance the play. Her hands are smooth and soft, allowing her to handle the puck with finesse even while in full stride. This skill was evident when she buried the puck on a 2-on-1 breakaway against the Whitby Wolves, finishing off a well-executed play with a clinical shot. Watanabe’s skating stride is powerful and efficient, providing her with speed and agility on the ice. She uses her quickness to her advantage, often driving wide around defenders and using her speed to create separation. This ability to exploit her speed helps her drive lanes in the neutral zone, opening up space for herself and her teammates. Her combination of strong stride, quickness, and effective puck protection allows her to be a constant offensive threat, whether she’s cutting through defenders or driving hard to the net. Grade: A-

Ally Connolly #7 (Culver Academy, F, 2027): Connolly’s speed and quickness are exceptional, allowing her to cover ground rapidly and create opportunities. On a crucial 2-on-1 situation, she displayed excellent situational awareness and decision-making. She opted to pass rather than shoot, slipping the puck deftly under the defenseman’s stick with precise, subtle handling. This clever move not only evaded the defender but also delivered a perfect pass to her teammate, who was well-positioned to capitalize on the opportunity. Her quick thinking and accurate passing resulted in a well-earned assist, showcasing her ability to use her speed and awareness to facilitate scoring chances and contribute to the team’s offensive success. Grade: B+

Brittyn Lybecker #15 (Culver Academy, F, 2027): Lybecker demonstrated offensive skills by maneuvering around the defenseman with agility and confidence. Using her quick feet and deft puck control, she made a decisive move around the defender, creating a clear shooting lane. She unleashed a powerful shot on net, which forced a high, challenging rebound off the goaltender. Her awareness of the play didn’t stop there—she quickly recognized the rebound opportunity and her teammate’s positioning in the high slot. Her teammate capitalized on the loose puck, driving it into the net for a goal. Lybecker’s shot is notably hard and powerful, capable of generating significant force and challenging goalies to make difficult saves. Grade: B+

Carlee Schwartze #18 (Culver Academy, D, 2027): Schwartze scored a goal against the Whitby Wolves with a well-executed play. She navigated the blue line, demonstrating excellent puck management and spatial awareness. Seeing an opportunity, she seized the available space and advanced closer to the net before taking a precise shot. Her ability to read the play and use the open ice effectively was key to her successful goal. Defensively, she showed strong situational awareness, as evidenced by her shoulder check before retrieving the puck in the corner. This preemptive move allowed her to avoid potential pressure and make a safe play. On the power play against Durham West, she showcased her offensive prowess by walking off the wall with confidence, then fired a sharp, low shot to the short side, finding the back of the net. Schwartze’s skating skills are also noteworthy; she combines good edge work with smooth, quick strides, making her a highly effective skater. Her hands are soft and skilled, enabling her to carry the puck with finesse and control. She often uses her speed to rush the puck through the neutral zone, creating offensive opportunities. Defensively, she has proven to be a strong individual defender, standing up multiple players during 1-on-1 rushes and effectively neutralizing their offensive threats. Grade: B+

Natalie Woo #24 (Culver Academy, F, 2026): Woo’s forechecking is characterized by aggressive and relentless stick work. She applies constant pressure on opponents, using her stick effectively to disrupt plays, challenge puck carriers, and force turnovers. Her approach to forechecking is both quick and assertive, demonstrating a high level of intensity and commitment to disrupting the opposing team’s breakouts. Woo led her team in points this weekend with two goals and two assists. Without the puck, she remains highly active and mobile, constantly moving to create opportunities and support her team. Her off-puck movement is strategic; she frequently rolls off checks and maneuvers into open ice, positioning herself to receive passes or capitalize on loose pucks. This movement allows Woo to maintain a strong presence in both the offensive and defensive zones. In the defensive zone, she positions herself effectively to cover passing lanes, assist in puck retrievals, and provide additional coverage against opposing forwards. Her defensive awareness and willingness to engage in battles along the boards contribute to her team’s overall defensive stability and effectiveness. Grade: B+

Victoria Jonasson #27 (Culver Academy, F, 2027): Jonasson’s speed on the ice is remarkable, both with and without the puck. She moves swiftly, demonstrating excellent agility and acceleration. When she doesn’t have the puck, she does a fantastic job positioning herself to find open spaces, serving as a reliable outlet for her teammates. Despite her smaller stature, she compensates with smart, effective playmaking and strong decision-making. One of her standout moments came during a 2-on-1 situation, where she made a precise and well-timed pass, showcasing her ability to execute under pressure and contribute to scoring opportunities. Her quick movements allow her to cover various areas of the ice efficiently, whether she’s darting into open spaces or transitioning between zones. In the neutral zone, she uses her agility to swing through, generating momentum and creating speed, which helps her and her team maintain offensive pressure. Her versatility is evident as she contributes on both the power play and penalty kill. Jonasson’s ability to impact the game in different scenarios highlights her importance and effectiveness as a well-rounded player. Grade: B+

Ksenia Dufault #30 (Culver Academy, G, 2027): DuFault is exceptionally athletic, demonstrating remarkable agility and quick reflexes in the crease. Her ability to rapidly return to her proper position after challenging a shot is a testament to her conditioning and spatial awareness. She seamlessly transitions between movements, ensuring that she is always in optimal position to respond to the puck, whether it’s moving across the crease or coming from a different angle. Her stick play is particularly noteworthy; she consistently keeps her stick on the ice, which is crucial for closing off shooting lanes and handling low shots. Grade: B+

Sophia Liu #20 (Culver Academy, D, 2028): Liu excels at controlling the tempo of the game, particularly when she has the puck behind the net. With a sense of patience, she slows down the play, taking the time to survey the ice and evaluate her options. This deliberate approach allows her to orchestrate breakouts effectively, creating opportunities for her wingers to swing low and position themselves for an optimal entry into the play. Her ability to manage the pace and maintain composure under pressure is a key asset in setting up successful transitions from defense to offense. Her skating technique is good, characterized by exceptional edge work and speed. She moves with agility and precision, utilizing her strong edges to navigate the ice quickly and efficiently. Defensively, Liu demonstrates high situational awareness in her own zone. She consistently reads the play well, positioning herself effectively to disrupt opposing attacks and support her teammates. Her ability to make quick, smart decisions is highlighted by her first passes out of the zone—often executed with precision and speed to initiate effective breakout plays and transition smoothly to the offensive end. Grade: B

Emmalyn Ezman #91 (Madison Capitols U14, F, 2027): Ezman expertly navigates off the wall to create scoring opportunities, utilizing her agility and skating mechanics to execute a quick release snapshot on net. By effectively walking off the wall, she opens up shooting lanes and quickly transitions from puck handling to shooting, catching goaltenders off-guard with her rapid release. Her ability to maintain control while moving laterally and execute precise shots demonstrates her advanced stickhandling and shooting skills. Her skating mechanics are highly refined, allowing her to move efficiently and with great balance. This contributes to her overall speed and fluidity on the ice, enabling her to maneuver around defenders and navigate different areas of the rink effectively. In the defensive zone, her quick decision-making and precise puck handling ensure smooth transitions and help her team maintain control and exit the zone effectively, reducing pressure from the opposition and setting up potential counter-attacks. Grade: B

Avigail Fischler #21 (Culver Academy, D, 2027): Fischler exhibits poise and skill while walking the blue line, using her agility and vision to maintain control and create offensive opportunities. She keeps her head up, constantly scanning the ice to identify open passing lanes or shooting opportunities. This awareness allows her to make informed decisions and adjust her positioning as needed. On the blue line, she is vocal and assertive, actively communicating with her teammates. Fischler frequently calls for the puck when she is stationed at the point, signaling her readiness to receive the pass and take advantage of the play. Her clear communication helps ensure that the puck moves efficiently around the zone and that her team maintains a strong presence in the offensive end. Her ability to combine effective verbal communication with strong positional play enhances her team’s power play and overall offensive strategy. Grade: B-

Uriah Rodriguez #23 (Culver Academy, D, 2027): Rodriguez demonstrates stability on her feet, making her challenging to dislodge from the puck. Her strong balance and core strength allow her to maintain control even under physical pressure, effectively protecting the puck from opposing players. This stability is a key factor in her ability to retain possession and make plays. In the neutral zone, Rodriguez showcased her agility and quick thinking by executing a sharp, tight turn to evade a forechecker. Her ability to perform such tight turns with ease highlights her advanced skating skills and spatial awareness, enabling her to effectively navigate through pressure and transition the puck up the ice. Grade: C+

Durham West U18AA

Jasmine Ke #6 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, D, 2027): Ke is a strong and physical player with good size, making her a formidable presence on the ice. She effectively gets pucks to the net, utilizing a quick snapshot from the point and a powerful one-timer slapshot that can challenge goaltenders. Her speed allows her to drive hard to the net with the puck, making her a constant offensive threat. In addition to her shooting ability, Ke excels at taking the puck off the wall cleanly and creating space for her teammates, demonstrating her playmaking skills. She has a keen sense of when to jump up and join the rush, contributing to offensive plays and maintaining pressure on the opposition. Ke displays patience in her defensive game, allowing the puck carrier to commit before executing a quick stick check to take the puck away. This skillful transition allows her to create zone entries effectively. On the power play, she holds the blue line well, showcasing her ability to set up plays and be a playmaker in critical situations. Overall, her combination of strength, skill, and hockey IQ makes her a valuable asset on both ends of the ice. Grade: B+

Mackenzie Riches #27 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, F, 2026): Riches is a physical player who combines good speed with a strong work ethic, particularly evident during her backchecks, where she applies pressure effectively. She covers for the defense while in the offensive zone, showcasing her awareness and ability to read the game. Her passing is reliable, often making smart boards passes that land directly on the tape of her teammates. Riches possesses quick feet and is a confident puck carrier, capable of weaving between defenders with smooth hands. She takes the puck to the net aggressively, making her a consistent offensive threat. In addition to her offensive skills, Riches is dependable in the faceoff circle, winning draws consistently. While she displays decent speed and follows the play well, there’s room for improvement in her shot selection; being more patient could enhance her scoring opportunities. Overall, her combination of physicality, speed, and skill makes her a valuable player on the ice. Grade: B+

Taylor Supryka #71 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, D, 2027): Supryka is a tall offensive defender who shines well on both sides of the puck. Her fast acceleration allows her to use her fast speed to maintain gap control. She uses her stick often to break up plays. Even though she needs to battle more when she can, it doesn’t hinder her play. She gets in on the offense by scoring when she can. Grade: B+

Audrey Martone #90 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, F, 2027): Martone is a versatile and dynamic player who demonstrates excellent puck control and handling under pressure. She’s skilled at smoothly receiving passes with her skates and quickly transitioning the puck to her stick, making her highly adaptable and agile on the ice. Her speed, combined with strong body positioning, allows her to steal pucks effectively and often be the first player to loose pucks. Martone has a gritty, feisty style of play, embracing the role of a grinder who battles hard for possession. She’s not afraid to use her body to shield the puck, successfully maneuvering around defenders to enter the offensive zone. With a quick-release snapshot and soft hands, she can create dangerous scoring opportunities, including slick 1v1 dangles that leave her in a 1v0 position against the goalie. Her strong stride and smooth skating make her a well-rounded offensive threat, while her positioning showcases her intelligence on the ice. Martone’s blend of skill, speed, and tenacity makes her a valuable asset in both offensive and neutral zones. Grade: B+

Riley Pettit #9 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, F, 2027): Pettit’s smooth hands control and handle the puck with poise when carrying the puck out of the defensive zone and dumping the puck in the offensive zone. She is a low, strong skater with fluid movements. Pettit got in the shooting lanes to make a shot block in the defensive zone. Grade: B

Allie Mitchell #14 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, D, 2028): Mitchell stays up on plays and uses her long reach and strong poke check to strip pucks from the opposition. She is a smooth, athletic skater who is quick and makes intelligent plays. Grade: B

Neve Thatcher #25 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, F, 2027): Thatcher uses her quick hands and is strong in the faceoff circle, winning draws cleanly for possession. She uses her good size and mohawks to protect the puck. She battles along the boards and wins pucks. Grade: B

Rachel Talesnik #35 (Durham West Lightning U15AA, D, 2027): Talesnik is a smart puck-moving defender. She makes smooth, flat passes back and forth with her partner and finds the seam to put the pass on the tape of an open forward. She takes the body and gets pucks to the net with a quick wrist shot from the point. Grade: B

Marissa Cowling #66 (Durham West Lightning U15AA, D, 2027): Cowling has good size and a long reach. She pinches successfully, keeping pucks in and maintaining pressure. She gets pucks to the net with a hard snapshot from the point. Cowling stays alert and jumps up as an option in the offensive zone. A smart passer, she threaded the puck through the defender’s legs to be finished on the doorstep. Grade: B

Brooke Docherty #16 (Durham West Lightning U18 AA, F, 2026): Docherty reads the play as F2 on the forecheck to intercept the breakout pass and take the puck to the net. Her smooth hands control and handle the puck with ease as she drives the net with speed for shots on goal. She gets into position in front of the net to deflect point shots for chances. We look forward to seeing her learn more about the defensive side of the game as the year goes on and do more on the defensive side of the puck. Grade: B-

East Moncton Rockets U18

Lola Boutilier #2 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2026): Boutillier has all the tools of a solid offensive defender.   She plays with her head up, reading and reacting to the play in front of her.  Her strong overall skating agility and puck control comes through as she evades pressure at the blue line with a quick dangle and a side step to keep the attack alive. She reads the pressure in the offensive zone and sees the offensive options. Boutillier gets pucks to scoring spots for teammates and creates scoring opportunities by getting to lanes and getting off slap shots on the net through traffic.  Defensively she angles out attackers early and strips the puck, she quickly turns pucks up ice with stretch passes through the neutral zone or crisp regroup passes to her partner. Grade: A-

Sophie Grenier #10 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2025): Grenier plays a physical game and confidently goes to traffic areas.  She has quick hands and is strong on her feet to drive the net through the seams, protecting the puck and getting shots on the net. She plays with her head up in the offensive zone, utilizing her teammates well with give-and-go passing to create offensive threats. She received a pass at centre to go in on a breakaway where she showed off her quick hands with a sweet backhand deke that beat the Stoney Creek tender. Grade: A-

Audrey Poirier #15 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2026): Poirier is an offensive defender who plays with size, skill and poise.  She moves the puck smoothly to teammates with accurate passes in all zones, during 5 on 5 and powerplay.  She shows calm control under pressure as she steps around attackers and threads stretch passes across two zones, or steps around attackers to turn on the jets and exit the zone with speed.  She utilized her speed well from the neutral zone to the offensive zone by driving back defenders, cutting back across the seam and quickly releasing a shot on the net finding the 5-hole for a goal against London.  She set up a goal in the Stoney Creek game with the same neutral zone jump, chipping the puck past her opponent, winning the race and ripping a shot on net that produced and big rebound which led to a goal. Grade: A-

Zoe Allain #9 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2026): Allain moves the puck well with teammates with one-touch give-and-go passes on a well-executed cycle that creates scoring chances. Grade: B+

Maxine Arsenault #13 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2027): Arsenault plays with patience and poise.  An agile skater with smooth passing and puck control, she calmly steps around defenders and takes the puck to the net.  Her first three strides have the power to separate herself from opponents giving her space to make smooth passes with her partner.  She carries pucks into the zone and cuts back looking for driving forwards. Grade: B+

Madison Wessilius #5 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2025): Wessilius has good size and utilizes it well to protect the puck on the net drive and net-front battles.  On the rush she carries pucks deep on her off-wing and drives the net with puck protection, quickly releasing her wrist shot. She uses her long skating stride to gain speed and win puck races, outskating a defender to push home an empty net goal against Stone Creek.  She battles in corners and goes to the net with fierce purpose. Grade: B

Chanel Cormier #6 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2027): Cormier controls and handles the puck well in pressure situations.  Offensively she jumps into the rush and finds shooting lanes to release her low hard snap shot from the point.  She takes offensive chances but is quick to recover with her speedy skating and active stick to spoil offensive threats. Grade: B

Lauren Ward #8 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2027): Ward is a hard-working player who uses her body position well on the forecheck to take lanes and win pucks.  She lifts sticks and quickly takes pucks to the net for offensive threats. Grade: B

Bridgette Hughes #14 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2025): Hughes moves the puck well with her partner, with smooth transition skating and on the tape passes, she creates a flow to the regroup.  Defensively she controls the gap well in the neutral zone to force errors, disrupt the attack, take possession and get her team going in the right direction. Grade: B

Melanie Richard #16 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2025): Richard wins face-off battles to give her team the edge of starting with possession.  She has strong edges to pull evasive moves with the puck to maintain possession in tight spots like the corners.  She battles below the red line, forces errors and causes turnovers.  On the powerplay she plays point, moving across the blue line, distributing the puck to teammates, finding shot lanes and getting pucks to the net. Grade: B

Jasmine McGrath #20 (East Moncton Rockets U18, D, 2026): McGrath moves the puck well with teammates with on-the-tape outlet passes and leading transition passes. She steps up into the offensive play with quick low snapshots from the point and timely pinches down the boards to keep the puck in the Offensive zone. Grade: B

Maelle Rodier #4 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2027): Rodier uses the seams to carry pucks to the net and finds the passing lanes to high-percentage scoring spots.  She willingly pays the price to battle net front, wins offensive positions and gets shots on.  A little unlucky this game as she had trouble executing under pressure, but she continued to get in the mix and battle. Grade: B

Madelaine Colpitts #17 (East Moncton Rockets U18, F, 2027): Colpitts adapts her faceoff strategy to her opponents.  At times her quick hands win face-offs cleanly for possession, others are won through physical battles.  She plays with her head up, reading the play and making strong decisions.  She supports teammates by holding the blue line in the offensive zone to keep the attack alive, jumps on loose pucks and takes them deep.  In the Stoney game, she snagged a rebound and slammed it home to light the lamp. Grade: B

Claire Frenette #31 (East Moncton Rockets U18, G, 2027): Frenette consistently makes controlled blocker saves that get rebounds to safe areas.  She has a crease-top challenge and holds that challenge on net drives.  On a breakaway, she kept the angle and challenge, taking away the pull and closing the door on the net drive attempt. Grade: B

East Ottawa U18AA

Kessa Hogue #10 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2027): Hogue is a player who likes to hang around the outside of the ice and make herself a passing option for her teammates. When she gets the puck on her stick she will drive a lane to the net and she has the quick hands ability to snap a shot on net. Her snapshot and patience with the puck is lethal due to us seeing it live and watching her beat the Stoney Creek goalie for a goal. On the forecheck she forces errors and will compete like that on every shift. The forward is a strong skater with tenacious offensive forechecking capabilities. She has an active stick on both ends of the ice to cause chaos and force turnovers from opposing D. She has a nice snapshot from the top of the circle after finding open space to become available. Knows where to be on offence and is always in the mix when battling for pucks along the wall or down low. Grade: B+

Eryn O’Connor #33 (East Ottawa U18 AA, G, 2025): O’Connor is a solid all-around goaltender who does well at seeing pucks through traffic, and gets good lateral extension when moving side to side. Made a fantastic stick save off a cross crease pass to absolutely rob the opposing forward of a sure goal. Stays tall and challenges shooters at a distance and can control rebounds often away to the corners or with the stick. Grade B+

Margo Mackinnon #7 (East Ottawa U18 AA, D, 2025): MacKinnon is a tall and strong defender with good skating ability for her size. She does well at making plays along the boards with her stick, and active feet to maintain zone possession for her team. She has a solid passing ability, making crisp up ice passes and using the boards to spring 2 on 1 situations. Grade: B

Jade Dupuis #8 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2027): Dupuis is a very strong skater who has powerful strides and good balance in motion. She hustles hard for every puck and puts pressure on the D with her positioning and active stick. She often wins foot battles for pucks and has good strength to maintain posession down low and use her strength to shield off defenders. Grade: B

Alexandra Grabowy #11 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2027): Grabowy is a strong player who is a good skater going downhill with the puck. has good positional instincts to follow the play and create chances off turnovers in the neutral zone. Had a really nice assist on a 2-on-1 where she fooled the goalie and the D with her eyes and made a quick cross ice pass for the assist. She is able to take on defenders one on one and has solid puck control to weave through traffic maintaining posession. Grade: B

Nila Etchart #15 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2027): Etchart is a raw player meaning she has good skill at everything and competes hard. Her solid speed and competitiveness gets her to win races for pucks so then she can transition the puck up ice towards the attacking zone. Even when she is at the end of the shift we saw continued efforts to neutralize the opposing puck carrier which was great to see for scouts and coaches. Offensively she also helps by driving to the net and jumping at rebounds. This player had a good mix of speed and physicality to be a threat in the offensive zone. Has good play recognition to anticipate the puck and break up ice where she can receive zone entry passes from D. She is able to use her edge work and shield the puck while cutting inside to beat the goalie with a nice one-two move for a goal. Does well at winning corner battles and can make exit passes through traffic with quick thinking. Grade: B

Angelie Vallee #19 (East Ottawa U18 AA, D, 2027): Vallee is a physical defender who seems to favor the defensive side of the puck. Along the walls, she plays the body and wants to separate players with her strength rather than her stick which is a good play. When the pucks in her zone you want her on the ice because she has a great ability to put her stick and body in lanes to block shots and end offensive threats. She is also good with the puck and is patient on her passes to find the right first pass when exiting her zone. Grade: B

Ava Holmes #24 (East Ottawa U18 AA, D, 2026): Holmes is an 08 defender who knows how to play both sides of the ice and puck. Offensively her shots from the point are quick and finds lanes to the net to generate scoring chances. She holds the line and keeps pucks alive by pinching when needed so her team can maintain good offensive pressure. Defensively she has an active stick and uses it to get in shot and pass lanes to minimize shots on her net. Grade: B

Avery Ronberg #27 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2026): Ronberg is a speedy forward who uses it to her advantage on both ends of the ice. Offensively she can drive lanes and get to space quickly. She also uses her speed to give her that little bit of space she needs to get shots on the net while under pressure. On the defensive side, her speed helps her close in on the forecheck quickly to force errors and create turnovers so her team can control the puck. Grade: B

Mia Quesnel #29 (East Ottawa Stars Jrs., F, 2027): Quesnel is a hard-working forward who competes every shift. She has good ability to always be making an impact on the ice even if it’s not scoring or creating offense. She is quick to pounce on loose pucks and win her foot races to gain possession of the puck. She will crash the net for rebounds and hunts loose pucks to whack towards the net to create scoring chances. On the penalty kill, she disrupts the puck handler and forces errors by always being in position and using an active stick to take away passing lanes. Grade: B

Becca Markell #55 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2027): Markell is a successful centerman which helps her team gain possession quickly and be able to set the pace of the game how they want. Along the wall she battles hard and wins possession for her team to start the rush up ice or prolong a good in zone possession. On the forecheck she closes in on the puck carrier and causes disruption by using her stick to force errors and buy time for reinforcements to help. Grade: B

Ella Robertson #65 (East Ottawa U18 AA, F, 2026): Robertson is a taller forward who uses her size advantage well. She knows where she can thrive and one of those spots is on the net front. She screens the goalie and utilizes her stick to deflect shots toward the net to help create better scoring opportunities. She plays feisty on the puck and does not give up when engaged in battles. She wins her faceoff battles and will crash the net on in zone draws to catch the opposing coverage by surprise. A tall, strong forward who has good movement and long strides allowing her to be a force on the forecheck, and puts pressure on the D with her size and speed combination. Uses her physicality along the boards to move the puck and always keeps an active stick and feet when engaging in battles. Grade: B

Layla Trepanier #91 (East Ottawa U18 AA, D, 2026): Trepanier is a strong defender who uses her body well to play physical. In battles she takes the body and separates the puck from the puck carrier effectively to end threats with the puck. Offensively she has a hard low slapshot from the point that has potential in going in or create a solid rebound/scoring chance for the Stars. Grade: B

Etobicoke U18AA

Sydney Bowness #27 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2027): Bowness is a high-energy, quick player who dominates in various aspects of the game. Her quick hands and soft touch make her a force in the faceoff circle, winning over 60% of her draws cleanly to give her team possession. She has a natural ability to glide into open spaces, such as the slot, and execute a quick catch-and-release shot with precision. With excellent puck protection, she uses her frame effectively to dangle and create scoring opportunities, getting pucks to the net consistently. Bowness displays soft hands, skillfully cradling passes on the fly and showing impressive insight when moving through traffic. She’s relentless on the forecheck, disrupting the defense and forcing turnovers to keep the play alive. In a recent game against the Brantford Ice Kats, she demonstrated her shooting ability by scoring with a quick shot from just above the circles. She also uses her hands and vision well below the goal line, setting up teammates in prime scoring positions. Bowness’s quickness, high energy, and awareness on the ice are complemented by her head-up play and smart decisions at both blue lines. Her strong positioning ensures she’s in the right places at the right times, and she backchecks effectively to cover the right player. Overall, she’s a versatile and impactful presence on the ice. Grade: A-

Kristina Eccleston #94 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2027): Eccleston is a strong, hard-working player who excels in board battles, consistently winning pucks and clearing the zone in defensive situations. Her ability to get her stick on the puck while on the penalty kill is an asset, disrupting the opponent’s play and creating turnovers. She has a quick, hard snap shot from distance, providing a threat whenever she finds shooting space. In the neutral zone, she smartly chips the puck past defenders to set up effective zone entries, showing a high hockey IQ in transition. On the backcheck, Eccleston applies pressure and isn’t afraid to take the body, adding a physical presence that makes her challenging to play against. She’s often the first to the puck in the defensive zone, clearing it out effectively to relieve pressure. Eccleston also plays a key role on the power play, where she battles for net-front space and positions herself well to tip pucks from the point, adding a layer of offensive threat. Overall, her physicality, positioning, and determination make her a reliable and impactful two-way player. Grade: B+/A-

Devyn Lang #6 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, D, 2027): Lang has great gap control and good speed. When players are coming down at her, she looks at their bodies to see where their next move will be. She jumps up as an option and gets back quickly to defend. LANG plays at a high tempo and plays with high energy every shift. She makes smart, accurate passes out of the zone and moves very well across the blueline. Grade: B+

Ashley Austin #9 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2027): Austin makes passes on the tape. She controls and handles the puck at speed as she drives wide around the defense and gets pucks to the net. She handles the puck down low on the powerplay to create chances. Her quick-release snapshot creates chances and challenges goalies. She shows good offensive zone body positioning. We look forward to watching Austin learn and improve her backchecking. Austin ripped a powerful, hard wrist shot that went top right goal vs Brantford Ice Kats. Grade: B+

Margaret Young #55 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, D, 2027): Young moves the puck quickly in the neutral zone and doesn’t hesitate when she is being attacked. She is good-sized with quickness and agility who can carry the puck up ice, and she follows up the play tightly. She will get in lanes and block shots. Grade: B+

Clara Slaney #78 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, D, 2027): Slaney knows when to defer the puck into a safe spot. She is an offensive-minded defender who likes to join the rush a lot, and her good speed allows her to have a fast backcheck and recovery and good body positioning. She is a quick, smooth skater and a very good stick handler in the offensive zone. She is always moving in the offensive zone and is effective on the forecheck. Grade: B+

Elicia MacDonald #8 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, D, 2027): MacDonald’s good size, long reach, and active stick cause turnovers in the defensive zone. She does a good job taking the body. She moves the puck smoothly back and forth with her partner. Her hard, low slapshot from the point on the powerplay and quick snapshot off the half boards keep goalies on their toes. Grade: B

Charlotte Hughes #16 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2025): Hughes made a self-chip pass in ozone to go around a player and pass to the f3. She has good size and a long reach that she uses effectively on the forecheck to force errors. She wins faceoff battles on the powerplay. Grade: B

Avery Horst #18 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2027): Horst uses her good size and strong stick check on the forecheck to cause turnovers. She wins draws cleanly for possession. Her quick snap from the half boards on the powerplay creates chances and challenges the goalies. Grade: B

Lilly Koehler #93 (Etobicoke Dolphins U18 AA, F, 2027): Koehler is a quick skater who uses her body to protect the puck while moving on the boards. She keeps good body position while driving the net. She wins important faceoffs to give her team the advantage to start the play with possession. Grade: B

Etoiles Laurentides u18

Maika Gauthier #51 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2026): Gauthier is a smooth-skating, feisty forward with good speed who is strong on her skates and hard to knock off the puck. She has quick hands in the faceoff circle, winning battles and drawing pucks cleanly to start the play with possession. Gauthier controls and handles the puck with poise as she makes accurate passes and quickly releases her wrist shot from the slot. Grade: B

Ann-Laurence Dutil #59 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2026): Dutil has quick hands on the draw and wins cleanly for possession. She gets in on the forecheck with speed to force errors. Buried a one-timer against Etobicoke to light the lamp. Grade: B

Anais Leprohon #71 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, D, 2026): Leprohon is intelligent and composed with the puck as she stops behind the net to set up for the powerplay breakout. She plays physically, takes the body, quickly retrieves pucks, and makes safe plays. Leprohon reads the play and intercepts the breakout pass in the offensive zone. She quickly releases her snapshot from the point, through traffic, and to the net. Grade: B

Elli Allard #74 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2026): Allard has good size, vision, and awareness. She gets in on the forecheck, uses her long reach and strong stick check, gets the turnover, and centers the puck to an open linemate. She controls and handles the puck to weave around the opposition. Her awareness was demonstrated with a slick backhand pass on the tape to set up the second goal against Etobicoke. Allard battles hard and presses the play with intensity. Grade: B

Amelie Lebreux #70 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, G, 2026): Lebreux’s quick pads cover down low. She moves quickly from post to post and does the splits. She gets the paddle down to intercept goalmouth passes. Stopped a breakaway. Grade: B

Katrina Ethier #52 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, D, 2026): Ethier puts a crisp first pass on the tape to start the breakout. She makes accurate puck distribution on the powerplay. The defender gets pucks to the net, tracks plays well, and plays it safe. Grade: B-

Abigail Blais #86 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2025): Blais is quick and agile. She chipped and chased well. Always keeps her feet moving. Grade: B-

Charlotte Rocheleau #88 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2026): Jammed home the rebound for the first goal against Etobicoke. Grade: B-

Zoalie Doucet #90 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, D, 2026): Doucet moves the puck smoothly back and forth with her partner to regroup in the defensive zone. She has an extremely powerful snapshot. She is calm with the puck. Grade: B-

Miranda Dinelle #91 (Etoiles Laurentides-Lanaudiere U18AA, F, 2026): Dinelle, a feisty forward, is successful in the faceoff circle, wins battles, and wins draws cleanly for possession. Grade: B-

Fraser Valley U18

Emily Yuan #5 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2028): Emily wins draws cleanly, for possession. She battles hard to earn her space in front of the net. Grade: B

Emma McNeilly #7 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2027): Emma uses her good speed to carry the puck out of the zone on the penalty kill. When she carries puck for zone entry, she carries puck deep. She back checks really hard. and her cross-ice passes are hard and flat. Grade: B

Parinez Mansour #9 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2027): Parinez is a tall player with very good quickness. She uses her long reach effectively in passing lanes breaking up plays. she shows her speed being aggresive on the forecheck on penalty kill. She forces errors and kills time. she is strong in the faceoff circle, gaining possession. She is a physical player who uses her body. She has an accurate hard shot. Grade: B

Dyllan Nelson #14 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2026): Dyllan has real good speed and wins puck races in offensive zone. She is first to most pucks all over the ice. Her aggression on the forecheck and use of the body forces errors. She wins faceoffs. She covers up for the defence in the offence zone. Grade: B

Abigail Kim #16 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2026): Abigail is strong along the blueline she gets pucks in deep, keeps pucks in and has good timing when pinching. She has a hard shot from the point. She used a screen on a hard-low shot from inside the blueline, to find back of the net against St. Catherines. Grade: B

Rachel Caughlan #17 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2026): Rachel has good size and a long reach, successfully pinching in on plays. She features a hard, low wrist shot from the point and handles the puck with poise, allowing her to step around defenders for quick snapshots on goal. Her passes are crisp and accurate. With impressive speed, she drives wide while protecting the puck, smoothly cutting and driving hard to the net. She’s a tall, mobile skater who can rush the puck and change direction quickly, effectively moving across the blue line to find shooting lanes. Additionally, she closes space rapidly in the neutral zone and has good vision for stretch passes up the ice. Grade: B

Anna Mckee #22 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2025): Anna is an offensive player, who uses her good speed and keeps her head up to weave her way to zone entries. She has soft hands when receiving passes in full flight. She stays on and pressures the puck, she wins faceoffs cleanly and forward for shots. She has a quick release, snap shot from the wing, from the blueline she has a hard slapshot. Grade: B

Nakayla Beza #4 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2027): Nakayla is aggresive forechecker on the penalty kill. Grade: B-

Robyn Schneider #10 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2026): Robyn is an aggresive player on the forecheck when on the penalty kill. She has an active stick, is able to steal pucks. She makes tape to tape passes. She has a low wrist shot that gets to the net. Grade: B-

Ava McGinley #11 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2026): Ava is a very quick player who handles the puck very smooth. She is a heads-up player who will chip pucks in at the blueline to get zone possession. She will patrol her wing and battle hard on the boards. She can roll of her checks to get open, and will drive the net hard without the puck. Grade: B-

Madelyn Dominato #12 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2026): Madelyn is a very solid defenceman. Keeps her stick in the passing lanes, intercepting pucks and transitions for zone entry quickly. She keeps pucks in at the blueline to maintain pressure and possession. Grade: B-

Amanda Rastad #13 (Fraser Valley Rush, F, 2026): Amanda drove the net hard, with her stick on the ice. Got easy tip goal against St. Catherines. Grade: B-

Louella Rempel #19 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2026): Louella is a strong defender who has real good gap control, in the neutral zone and at her own blueline. She finds shooting lanes to get her hard shot from the blueline to the net. She leads players up ice with her flat tape to tape passes. Grade: B-

Madeline Collins #21 (Fraser Valley Rush, D, 2025): Collins has good size. Her soft hands allow her to control and handle the puck with poise as she dangles through the opposition. She stays focused on the puck. Grade: B-

Greater Vancouver Comets U18

Rowan Hu #2 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2025): Hu’s quick strides are a significant asset, translating into overall agility and speed across the ice. This rapid movement enhances her effectiveness in both offensive and defensive situations. She is a valuable player on both the power play and penalty kill, contributing significantly in each role. During a penalty kill, her anticipation and quick reflexes were evident when she intercepted a cross-ice pass from the defenseman, showcasing her ability to read plays and react swiftly. She capitalized on the opportunity by sprinting down the ice and scoring a goal, demonstrating her ability to turn defensive plays into offensive scoring chances. In the neutral zone, she displayed excellent skill by trapping a pass with her skate, quickly transitioning the puck to her forehand, and making a smooth entry into the offensive zone. Hu’s anticipation and hockey IQ are standout qualities. She effectively supports plays in the offensive zone, positioning herself to capitalize on opportunities and facilitate her team’s attack. On defense, she reads plays well, contributing to effective zone coverage and disruption of the opposing team’s offense. Her ability to capitalize on rebounds was highlighted in the third period when a well-placed rebound shot led to a crucial goal. Her overall contributions, from smart playmaking to relentless effort, make her a key asset on the ice. Grade: A-

Paige Riley #4 (Greater Vancouver Comets, D, 2025): Riley excels at walking the blue line with poise and confidence, always keeping her head up to maintain awareness of both her surroundings and the puck. Her ability to control the puck without fumbling it allows her to make effective plays under pressure. Remarkably, she often knows where she intends to pass the puck before she even receives it, showcasing her advanced hockey sense and ability to read the game. Riley’s stick is consistently active, remaining on the ice to disrupt passing lanes and challenge opponents, which enhances her defensive capabilities. As a solid overall defenseman, she makes intelligent, heads-up plays that contribute to her team’s success in both ends of the rink. Over the weekend, she recorded an impressive five assists, further highlighting her ability to contribute offensively while playing a vital role on the blue line. She also possesses low and powerful shots that consistently reach the net through traffic. Her overall play combines strong defensive fundamentals with an offensive instinct, making her a key asset to her team. Grade: A-

Chelsea Clark #19 (Greater Vancouver Comets, D, 2025): Clark is a highly skilled offensive defenseman who consistently demonstrates her high hockey IQ. In one instance, she made a well-executed bank pass off the wall in the neutral zone, a smart, heads-up play that allowed her to bypass pressure and set her team up for a clean zone entry. This play showcased her ability to make creative decisions under pressure. When given time and space, she confidently takes the available ice, advancing the play while carefully assessing her options. In the offensive zone, Clark exhibits poise and patience on the half-wall. Rather than rushing her decision, she delays with the puck, allowing her teammates to position themselves more effectively. With her head up, she scans the ice and delivers a perfect pass to a teammate in the slot, creating a prime scoring opportunity. Her ability to slow the game down and make smart passes under pressure highlights her exceptional playmaking ability and vision. Clark’s offensive contributions were further emphasized by her goal against the North Bay Lakers. Leading her team with six points over the weekend, she continues to be a key player in generating offensive opportunities. Grade: A-

Emma Hikida #7 (Greater Vancouver Comets, D, 2027): Hikida displays impressive foot speed and agility as she skates through the neutral zone, keeping her head up to maintain awareness of the play developing around her. This ability to skate with her head up allows her to read the situation effectively, enabling her to anticipate openings and make quick decisions about how to advance the puck. After crossing the red line, she is adept at dumping the puck into the offensive zone, using her speed to chase it down and pressure the opposing defenders. Defensively, Hikida is aggressive in her approach, using her body strategically to create turnovers. By engaging physically with her opponents, she disrupts their plays and forces them into mistakes, allowing her team to regain possession. Her commitment to playing the body not only helps in winning puck battles but also establishes her presence on the ice, making it clear to opponents that they will be contested for every inch. Grade: B+

Noe Crookham #15 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2027): Crookham is an incredibly shifty player, known for her footwork and ability to deceive defenders with her movements. Her agility allows her to make quick cuts and changes in direction, keeping opponents guessing and off-balance. Utilizing a second gear, she can seamlessly change her speed, enabling her to quickly accelerate to the puck or create separation to become an open option for her teammates. When on the boards, she demonstrates puck protection skills. Her strong body positioning and awareness enables her to shield the puck effectively, making it difficult for defenders to take it away. She pairs this with impressive escape moves and precise stickhandling, allowing her to maneuver out of tight situations and maintain control of the puck under pressure. Crookham’s ability to read plays is a standout quality. She anticipates developments on the ice, positioning herself strategically to capitalize on opportunities as they arise. Grade: B+

Lucy Peloso #18 (Greater Vancouver Comets, D, 2026): Peloso stands tall on the ice, she utilizes her size to her advantage, which was particularly evident when she executed a tight turn to evade the first forechecker. This maneuver allowed her to maintain possession and keep the play moving in the offensive zone. As she collected the puck off the wall following a well-timed bump pass, she demonstrated her ability to read the play and position herself effectively. Peloso unleashes hard shots through traffic that successfully reach the net, showcasing her powerful shot and ability to navigate through defenders. This shot ultimately resulted in a goal against the North Bay Lakers. Her impressive hands and puck skills were on full display as she dangled past the opposing defenseman, creating a clear shot opportunity on goal. Following her initial shot, she demonstrated her tenacity by following up on her own rebound, driving hard to the net to capitalize on any second-chance opportunities. Additionally, she showcased her quick release with a shot on a 2-on-1 play. After receiving a pass, she immediately fired off a well-placed shot that created a dangerous scoring chance. Throughout the game, Peloso consistently worked hard in the low offensive zone, engaging physically and maintaining puck possession. Grade: B+

Zoe Wilcox #6 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2026): Wilcox has an excellent ability to read the game, particularly when it comes to anticipating breakout passes from the opposing team. Her keen awareness allows her to position herself on the forecheck, where she effectively picks off those passes before they can reach their intended target. Strong on the puck, Wilcox utilizes her body effectively to protect it while driving toward the net. Her physicality and balance make her a formidable presence in the offensive zone, allowing her to fend off defenders and maintain control as she pushes for a quality shot. When she drives the net, she combines her strength with an accurate shooting technique, often generating powerful shots that test the goaltender. Her ability to blend solid positioning, anticipation, and physical play makes her a key contributor to her team’s offensive efforts. Grade: B

Cameryn Shiels #8 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2026): Shiels effectively utilizes her size and strength to drive hard to the net as the F2 in the play, positioning herself in front of the defenseman. Her willingness to engage physically and battle for position exemplifies her determination and commitment to offensive plays. When collecting the puck off the wall, she demonstrates great technique and awareness, smoothly retrieving it while maintaining her momentum. As she transitions through the neutral zone, she carries the puck with confidence, keeping her feet moving and her head up. Her ability to handle the puck effectively while skating at a quick pace showcases her strong puck control and agility, making her a dynamic threat as she advances the play. Grade: B

Aiden Cronk #9 (Greater Vancouver Comets, D, 2026): Cronk consistently puts a high volume of shots on net. Her shot from the blue line is not only powerful but also remarkably accurate, allowing her to challenge goaltenders and create scoring opportunities for her team. Her ability to get pucks through traffic ensures that her shots are often on target, increasing the chances of rebounds or deflections. Defensively, Cronk is a steady presence on the blue line, showcasing solid defensive fundamentals and a strong understanding of positioning. She maintains her poise when possessing the puck, whether on the blue line or in the neutral zone, allowing her to make informed decisions without rushing. This calmness under pressure enables her to execute plays with confidence. One standout moment came when she executed an escape move to evade an oncoming forechecker. This heads-up play not only showcased her agility but also allowed her to find space to make a smart pass. The pass initiated a break into the offensive zone, leading to a goal shortly thereafter. Her role as the playmaker was crucial; by starting the sequence and maintaining her composure, she proved to be a key piece in the offensive effort. Grade: B

Carolyn Koo #10 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2026): Koo showcased her offensive skill with a quick release shot from the point after confidently walking off the wall to create space. By using her agility and positioning, she effectively opened up a shooting lane that allowed her to get the puck off quickly, catching the goaltender off-guard. With a precise and powerful shot, she targeted the low blocker side, successfully finding the back of the net. Koo’s puck-handling skills are commendable; she maintains excellent control through traffic, allowing her to maneuver effectively under pressure. Her combination of strong puck control and a deadly shot makes her a significant asset on the power play and in five-on-five situations. Grade: B

Barunka Sibertova #13 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2025): Sibertova displayed exceptional skill and quick thinking when she caught a pass on her forehand in the slot. In a fluid motion, she transitioned the puck to her backhand, demonstrating her impressive puck-handling ability. With a quick flick of her wrist, she unleashed a backhand shot that found the back of the net, showcasing her precision and confidence in scoring situations. Her hockey IQ is evident in her aggressive approach to forechecking in the neutral zone. She actively picks up sticks, disrupting the opposing team’s plays and creating turnovers. In another game, Sibertova skillfully dangled in the slot, navigating through defenders to create a high-quality shooting opportunity. This combination of strong positioning, quick decision-making, and effective teamwork highlights her overall contributions to the game, making her a dynamic offensive threat. Grade: B

Finley Elliott #17 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2026): Elliott exhibits an aggressive forechecking style, particularly when deep below the goal line. Her tenacity in this area is impressive, as she applies pressure on the opposing defense, forcing them into difficult situations and creating turnover opportunities. Her commitment to the play is evident as she relentlessly pursues the puck. Following her forecheck, Elliott transitions quickly into a backcheck, demonstrating her exceptional two-way play. In a particularly noteworthy hustle play, she tracked down an opposing player who was attempting to break out of the zone. Her quick feet and relentless effort allowed her to catch up, disrupting the play and preventing a scoring opportunity. She possesses strong hands and impressive stickhandling skills. Whether skating at high speed or navigating through traffic, she displays excellent control of the puck. Grade: B

Sadie Mulligan #22 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2025): Mulligan showcased excellent edge work to escape the defense, utilizing her smooth skating and above-average stride to maneuver around opponents. She consistently keeps her stick on the ice, positioning herself as a reliable outlet for her teammates, always ready to receive a pass and move the play forward. In a key moment, she entered the offensive zone with speed and poise, and upon recognizing defensive pressure, pulled up quickly to create time and space. This smart delay allowed her to assess the play, and she delivered a perfectly timed pass to the trailing F3, setting up a potential scoring opportunity. Her ability to pull up and find the open player demonstrates her high hockey IQ and calm decision-making under pressure. As a relentless forechecker, she applies constant pressure. Her aggressive forechecking and ability to read and take advantage of opportunities make her a consistent threat both on and off the puck. Grade: B

Sophie Cruz #14 (Greater Vancouver Comets, F, 2025): Cruz demonstrated her strong understanding of the game by effectively supporting a neutral zone regroup pass. As the play developed, she quickly read the situation, positioning herself strategically to maintain offensive momentum. By following the support from her teammates toward the net, she kept herself in an optimal scoring position, showcasing her awareness of both the puck and the players around her. When the shot was taken, her quick anticipation came into play. She instinctively moved to the right spot and capitalized on the rebound, displaying her ability to react. With puck control, she settled the loose puck and found the back of the net. Overall, her keen sense of anticipation and ability to read the flow of the game make her a valuable asset. Grade: B-

Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18AA

McKenna Petti #28 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2026): Petti is a fast skater and can handle and carry the puck with poise as she stick handles to beat the defense. Her soft hands enable her to handle the puck in very tight spots. She forechecks aggressively and keeps her stick in passing lanes. Grade: B

Teagan Mason #1 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, G, 2027): Mason has quick pads down low to seal the bottom. She is calm and cool on breakaways, as she casually stopped a breakaway. She battles in scrambles, finds pucks, and gets whistles to relieve pressure. Grade: B

Orla Hayes #3 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, D, 2027): Hayes is a smooth, fast skater who can turn and change direction on a dime. She closes gaps in the defensive zone quickly. She makes a smart first pass and uses the net to cut off chasers. Her hard-low snap from the point on the powerplay gets through traffic and to the net to create chances. Grade: B-

Tessa Elliott #10 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2025): Elliott is a defensive-minded forward who plays on the defensive side of the puck. In the defensive zone, she gets into position and provides good coverage and support. She wins faceoff battles for possession. Grade: B-

Kate Booth #14 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2025): Booth works the give-and-go from the corner on the powerplay and creates chances. She wins faceoff battles to start the play with possession. She gets in on the forecheck and uses a quick stick check to cause turnovers. Grade: B-

Lauryn Main #81 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, D, 2025): Main gets pucks through traffic and to the net on the powerplay with a hard wrist shot or a quick snapshot. She makes smart puck distribution decisions on the powerplay. Grade: B-

Sydney Knickle #87 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, D, 2026): Knickle is a tall and mobile defender who makes a smart first pass out of her zone. She stands up at the defensive blueline to halt opposition advances. She can carry the puck out of zone and has good patience with the puck. Grade: B-

Isabelle Peverly #91 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2027): Peverly uses her speed to quickly pounce on loose pucks. She finds the soft spots in the offensive zone. Peverly plays hard in both ends. Grade: B-

Abigail Milne #96 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2025): Milne applies pressure on the backcheck, gets inside body position, steals pucks, and transitions for zone entries. She drives hard to the net and gets pucks on goal. Her passes are crisp, flat, and on the tape. Grade: B-

Sarah Grozdanovski #17 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, D, 2027): Grozdanovski has an active stick and a long reach to cover a lot of ice and strip pucks from puck carriers. She controls and handles the puck with poise to exit the zone and moves the puck up ice quickly and smoothly to open teammates.

Hamilton U18AA

Ember Jones-Boles #87 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, D, 2027): Jones-Boles has strong crossover technique and good overall speed. She displays sound decision-making, understanding when to defer the puck and set up her teammates, demonstrating her team-oriented approach. While she can effectively get the puck to the net, gaining more confidence with her shot could enhance her scoring potential. Defensively, Jones-Boles shows good body positioning, which allows her to cover her player effectively and maintain solid defensive structure. She battles hard for pucks and shows strong competitiveness in contested areas. Additionally, her passing is accurate and well-timed, making her a reliable puck-mover who can contribute both defensively and in transition. Her blend of smart decision-making, speed, and strong positional play makes her a dependable two-way player. Grade: A

Juliette Menard #21 (Hamilton Hawks BAA, D, 2027): Menard uses her good speed to get in on the forecheck and force errors and ties up players with her stick on the backcheck. Her passes are flat and on the tape. She is always looking for pucks and is not afraid to be in front of the net. Grade: A-

Teresa Topolski #22 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, D, 2025): Topolski’s eyes are always scanning the ice to be steps ahead of the opposition. Her speed is okay but needs to backcheck more, and her defensive body positioning is good. Grade: B+

Olivia Trochta #66 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, D, 2027): Trochta has an aggressive stick on the penalty kill and does a good job of getting the puck out of the defensive zone. She has good speed, makes accurate passes, and has good body positioning. Her gap control needs to be worked on to have more confidence with it. Grade: B+

Mia D’Angelis #40 (Hamilton Hawks BAA, G, 2027): D’Angelis made great pad saves, athletic and make diving saves, good positioning. Grade: B+

Addison Bridgewater #48 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, F, 2025): Bridgewater does a good job of clearing pucks out of front of the net to help the defense. She picks up sticks aggressively. Bridgewater puts herself in the right spots for scoring chances. She had a tip in goal vs. Brampton Canadettes. Grade: B

Lili Howick #77 (Hamilton Hawks U18 AA, D, 2027): Howick blocks a lot of shots in the defensive zone. She steps up on plays in the defensive zone to break them up and takes risks. Grade: B-

Honeybaked U16

Ranya Clemons #7 (Honeybaked U16, F, 2026): Clemons’ backcheck ability is great to see, she uses her fast acceleration and speed to get back to support her teammates. She is an elite battler, she has so much heart and competitive fire. She never gives up and always tries to get the puck back no matter what. Her defensive prowess is most noted as she consistently provides supreme defensive support. Grade: B+

Ava Hubenschmidt #12 (Honeybaked U16, D, 2026): Hubenschmidt is a solid, physical presence on the ice, utilizing her good size and strength effectively. She minimizes gaps effectively, staying close to her check and making it challenging for opposing forwards to find space. Her active stick is a key asset, consistently disrupting passing lanes and forcing turnovers. She’s aggressive in puck battles, using her body well to box out opponents and maintain positioning, while her strong defensive positioning helps her control play in her own zone. Hubenschmidt’s shot-blocking ability and willingness to get in shooting lanes make her a valuable asset defensively. Offensively, she possesses a hard slapshot from the point, which she’s able to get on net consistently, creating scoring opportunities or rebounds for her teammates. Her passes are flat, precise, and tape-to-tape, demonstrating her ability to make quick, effective plays. She’s quick in her decision-making, providing immediate support on second chances and ensuring her team has a solid defensive structure. Hubenschmidt’s combination of size, skill, and positioning makes her an all-around strong defender who contributes at both ends of the ice. Grade: B+

Audrey Barretto #17 (Honeybaked U16, D, 2026): Barretto is a highly skilled and agile player, showcasing a smooth, strong, and quick stride. Her crossovers are fluid, and her speed and mobility allow her to carry the puck deep into the offensive zone. With her quick feet and ability to change direction, she can escape pressure and create space for herself, making her a constant threat on the ice. Her quick recoveries and shot-blocking abilities add value to her defensive play, ensuring she’s actively contributing in her own zone. Barretto is highly effective on the blue line, with an active presence that keeps opponents on their toes. Her hard slapshot from the point is a valuable asset, as she’s able to get it through traffic and create scoring opportunities. She pinches in at the right moments, often successfully keeping plays alive in the offensive zone. With her head up, she makes accurate tape-to-tape passes, showing quick decision-making and efficiency in her play. On the power play, Barretto’s puck distribution and movement shine, allowing her to quarterback the play and maintain puck control. Her high hockey IQ is evident in her ability to make smart plays and adapt quickly to changing situations. She’s comfortable playing on her offside, adding versatility to her game. Barretto’s combination of speed, agility, and high hockey intelligence make her a valuable asset both offensively and defensively. Grade: B+

Anabelle Bednarz #42 (Honeybaked U16, F, 2027): Even if she loses faceoffs, Bednarz knows to tie up her player in order for her team to get the puck back. She is willing to pressure in the defensive zone and provide good body positioning. She has the ability to battle along the boards. Even though she needs to quicken her backcheck, her speed is good for her age. Grade: B+

Ella Petroski #44 (Honeybaked U16, F, 2026): Petroski is a natural forward, always giving great body positioning in the offensive zone. Her hockey IQ is shown every shift by always anticipating and reading the play. She will often seal up the boards to keep the puck alive. She is always the first to cover for her teammates. Even though her puck handling needs a little improvement, its her speed that is elite for her age. Grade: B+

Kimberly Vuorinen #77 (Honeybaked U16, D, 2026): Vuorinen is a smart, heads-up player who consistently keeps things simple and effective. With an active stick and excellent awareness, she’s able to make quick decisions and transition the puck efficiently with quick ups. Her reach is used strategically to control gaps and disrupt plays, making her a strong defensive presence. In battles, Vuorinen is aggressive, utilizing her quick reactions to respond swiftly to loose pucks and unexpected situations. She shows great situational awareness, effectively tracking and picking up threats in the defensive zone. Her ability to “surf” and control positioning adds an extra layer to her defensive game, allowing her to maintain control and adapt to the flow of play. Vuorinen’s combination of defensive awareness, reach, and quick, simple plays makes her a reliable and versatile player, capable of making an impact in all areas of the ice. Grade: B+

Victoria Bieniewicz #5 (Honeybaked U16, D, 2027): Bieniewicz is a strong, well-sized player with a long stride that allows her to cover the ice efficiently. She doesn’t force plays, maintaining composure and keeping her opponents wide by using her body effectively. Her playstyle is simple but effective, with a focus on fundamentals and a physical edge. She is aggressive when needed, consistently shoulder checking and using an active stick to disrupt plays. Defensively, Bieniewicz is excellent at getting into shooting lanes and putting her stick on the puck to block or deflect shots. She demonstrates a willingness to put her body on the line to block shots and prevent scoring opportunities. Offensively, she has a hard slapshot from the point, adding a dangerous scoring element from distance. Her combination of size, positioning, and defensive awareness makes her a reliable presence on the back end. Grade: B

Madeline Riska #8 (Honeybaked U16, D, 2027): Riska is a disciplined player, minimizing gaps and forcing opponents into tough decisions. Her gap control is evident in her ability to take away options and limit the effectiveness of opposing forwards. With excellent gap control, she consistently “gaps up” on attackers, keeping them at bay and taking away their time and space. Riska’s quick stops and starts allow her to stay with her check, making her difficult to beat one-on-one. She has good size, which she leverages effectively alongside her long stride to cover ground quickly and apply pressure. Grade: B

Ella Dawson #9 (Honeybaked U16, F, 2027): Dawson plays with her head up, controls and handles the puck with poise to exit the zone, and weaves through opposition to gain offensive zone. Grade: B

Madison Grudzien #43 (Honeybaked U16, F, 2027): Grudzien went to the net with her stick down to receive a pass for a tap in powerplay goal vs. Guelph. Grade: B

Intrepide de I’Outaoiais U18

Eve Pelletier #10 (L’Intrepides de L’Outaoucais U18AA, F, 2027): Pelletier is an exceptionally speedy skater, reaching high speed in just a couple of strides. Her speed, combined with great vision, allows her to make impactful plays, especially on the powerplay, where she consistently delivers accurate passes to her teammates. She has a knack for finding open spaces in front of the net, setting herself up for prime shot opportunities in the slot. Agile and shifty, Pelletier is highly mobile and has impressive puck control, even at top speed. Her stickhandling ability allows her to maneuver through defenders seamlessly in the offensive zone. She possesses a powerful, accurate shot, which has proven to be a scoring threat, as demonstrated by her recent goal. Pelletier also excels in reading the ice, anticipating plays, and making smart, tape-to-tape passes. Her offensive instincts and quick reaction on the forecheck add another layer to her game, as she applies pressure and disrupts the defense effectively. With her high-speed agility, sharp passing, and strong shot, Pelletier is a dynamic offensive presence on the ice. Grade: B+

Rosemarie Prud’homme #65 (L’Intrepides de L’Outaoucais U18AA, D, 2026): Prud’homme is a dependable, defense-first player who consistently puts herself in the right position to protect her net. She demonstrated her commitment to defense by making two crucial blocked shots in front of her goalie in the slot, showing excellent positioning and a willingness to sacrifice herself to prevent scoring opportunities. A smooth skater with good quickness, Prud’homme is highly effective in both 1v1 and 2v1 situations, using her agility and positioning to contain opposing forwards. She holds the blue line effectively, making it difficult for the opposition to exit the defensive zone. Her aggressive pinches add pressure and contribute to keeping the puck in the zone, allowing her team to sustain offensive pressure. With strong defensive instincts, shot-blocking ability, and smart, calculated pinches, Prud’homme is a reliable and disciplined presence on the back end. Grade: B+

Maya de Beaumont #22 (L’Intrepides de L’Outaoucais U18AA, F, 2027): de Beaumont made a nice toe drag move on an offensive zone rush around an opposing defender, and then put a quick shot attempt on but missed the net. Good stickhandling mechanics and can work on shot accuracy on the rush. Grade: B

Justine Taillefer #87 (L’Intrepides de L’Outaoucais U18AA, F, 2027): Taillefer is a good sized, quick, and mobile forward who carries pucks into the offensive zone and makes quick turns to boards to find a late-coming teammate with a smooth, flat pass to start the attack. She wins her battles on the boards. Grade: B

Kemptville U18AA

Leah Biemond #5 (Kemptville U18AA, D, 2027): Biemond has a rocket one timer from the point. When getting pucks on net, Biemond, walks the blueline to find a better shot angle. Grade: B

Amy Collins #7 (Kemptville U18AA, F, 2025): Collins is efficient in the defensive zone, her off puck positioning and awareness allow her to consistently break pucks out. She puts forth a solid effort in the forecheck and battles hard for pucks. Her active stick allows her to disrupt plays. In the defensive zone, Collins displays her fearlessness when getting in shooting lanes. Collins’ quick acceleration allows her to move the puck up ice quickly and create opportunities for her teammates. Grade: B

Grace Henderson #25 (Kemptville U18AA, F, 2025): Henderson has excellent positioning in the defensive zone and puts forth a consistent effort. Despite being down in a lopsided game, Henderson showed compete and fearlessness as she continuously got in lanes to block shots. Grade: B

Addison Buller #81 (Kemptville U18AA, F, 2027): Buller is very vocal throughout the game; she consistently calls for passes and always has her feet moving. In the offensive zone, Buller slides into the slot and crashes the net hard for loose pucks. She picked up a rebound and ripped a one timer under the bar in tight for a goal. Grade: B

Kya Ross #93 (Kemptville U18AA, F, 2025): Ross is a smart player, who is able to use her speed and hockey IQ to anticipate and win puck races. She makes heads up plays and rather than force a tape-to-tape, hits her teammates with area passes. She is hardworking on the forecheck and uses an active stick to disrupt passes. She competes hard all game, and despite being down 6-0, her effort never faltered. Grade: B

Bella MacDonald #91 (Kemptville U18AA, D, 2027): MacDonald gets one timer on net on the powerplay, and follows her shot to the net on the rush. Grade: B-

Ziva Ware #0 (Kemptville U18AA, G, 2025): Ware does an excellent job at holding her challenge when she comes to the top of here crease. She tracks the puck well into the glove and is able to hold onto high awkward shots. Grade: B-

Kingston U18AA

Caitlyn Wimmer #11 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2027): Wimmer is a quick skater with a smooth stride that generates power. Grade: B

Mara Edwards #14 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2025): Edwards closes the gap at her blue line to force off-sides and create turnovers.  She supports her partner well in the defensive zone by dropping below the goal line for alternate break-out options.  Her agile skating, strong body positioning and smooth hands allow her to protect the puck well as she evades attackers and makes a variety of clearing maneuvers (high backhand off the glass, on the tape outlets).  Edwards moves the puck smoothly with her partner in the neutral zone on regroups and across the offensive blue line to open up scoring opportunities.  Her crisp on-the-tape passes are consistent in all zones. Grade: B+

Gabriella Oleschuck #19 (Kingston Ice Wolves U15AA, F, 2027): Oleschuck proved herself worthy of the call-up in this game. She had a solid performance along the boards, quickly angling, pinning opponents and controlling the puck movement.  She is quick to read and react, pouncing on an odd bounce, chipping it past the defender and chasing it down, then showing her strong edging with a tight cutback. Grade: B+

Everly Posadowski #55 (Kingston Ice Wolves U15AA, F, 2028): Posadowski showed her worth in this call-up game. She is an offensive threat and plays with an intensity to make things happen.  She is game-aware, killing time in the dying seconds by pining the puck along the boards.  Her hustle provides strong back pressure on plays. She turns the forecheck into scoring opportunities by causing turnovers and taking them to the net. She plays a heads-up game, going to the net looking for shot spots and getting them off despite fighting off defenders. Posadowski scored a highlight reel goal by chipping a loose puck past the defender on the forecheck and walking in on the tender cleanly roofing the shot over a butterfly tender. Grade: B+

Abigail McDonald #22 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D): McDonald is a hard-working player who digs deep and uses her skills to better her team.  She is effective in the face-off circle, using a backhand and twist to tie-up and win draws.  She gets in on players quickly and angles well to take away their space.  Her forecheck disrupts breakouts.  She hustles back, provides back pressure and effectively separates player from puck by pinning out offender’s sticks, stealing the puck and quickly turning it up ice to start the attack. Grade: B

Reegan Hoogwerf #41 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2026): Hoogwerf plays with responsible positioning in all zones of the ice.  She controls the gap well to defend her zone, with ideal spacing and an active stick to knock away pucks.  She made timely pinches off the offensive blue line to keep the attack alive.  Her determination and speed were apparent in a great defensive back check, where she chased down the attacker and took away the shot attempt. Grade: B

Brynn Bowman #90 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2025): Bowman is a smooth and powerful transition skater, who maintains speed through backward pivots and edging.  She plays a tight gap at the zone entry and effectively angles attackers to the boards.  With on-the-tape passes she is key in her team’s transition game and to start the attack.  In the offensive zone she jumps into the play, taking to the puck to the net. Grade: B

Makayla Bailey #91 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, F, 2027): Bailey has strong defensive instincts in one-on-one situations.  She controls the gap, eyes on the chest and is not fooled by quick hands.  With an active stick to disrupt passing lanes, she angles players out on the boards, separating the puck from the player and turning over puck possession. Bailey is quick to support her partner by dropping below the goal line to switch the breakout route, executing on-the-tape outlet passes. Grade: B

Anna Powick #92 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, F, 2025): Powick is positionally sound and a thinking player.  She is prepared for possibilities off the face-off, such as getting a one-timer slap shot on target off the powerplay face-off.  She supports teammates in the defensive zone by dropping behind the net for passes and starting the breakout. Grade: B

Abigail Webster #96 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, F, 2026): Webster is a hard-working player who gets rewarded for her efforts.  She seems to thrive on getting into tough situations and coming out on top, like winning 50/50 puck battles along the boards, winning puck races when she starts two strides back and fighting off defenders on the net drive to get shots on net.   Webster has a powerful skating stride that allows her to catch opponents.  She willingly sacrifices her body, blocking some big shots in a tight game. Grade: B

Sydney Johnson #40 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, F, 2026): Johnson is a hard-working player who has the strength and size to consistently win board battles.  She plays a traditional power-forward role with a strong forecheck, angling and pinning skills.  She distributes the puck out of the corner to create scoring opportunities. Grade: B-

Mya Stabback #64 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2027): Stabback supports her partner with behind-the-net passing options. In the last minutes of the game, under persistent pressure, she evaded an attacker and cleared the zone with a backhand, putting it on the empty net for the insurance goal. Grade: B-

Jessie Gerlsbeck #0 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, G, 2025): Gerlsbeck is a patient tender who gets into position squarely and waits out the shot.  She reacts quickly to shots and holds rebounds in the body and on the pads. Grade: B-

Olivia Lambert #72 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, G, 2027): Lambert plays a calm game, quickly getting across for shots from the post.  She gets set and square for shots, blocking pucks and directing rebounds to safety. Grade: B-

Erika Millward #97 (Kingston Ice Wolves U18 AA, D, 2026): Millward finds shot lanes from the point and puts slapshots on target.  With a little more tweaking, her slapshot can be very powerful. Grade: C+

Kitchener Lady Ranges U18AA

Madison Murphy #4 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, D, 2027): Murphy pinches smart to hold the blue line yet be aggressive on the play. She hustles hard on the backcheck and picks up sticks. She is a very agile and shifty player with good footwork. Grade: B+

Blythe Devereaux #6 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2027): Devereaux is a good stickhandler and puck handler. She makes great reads off faceoffs and anticipates plays well. She picked off a lot of passes. Devereaux makes a good breakout pass to get out of the zone on the powerplay. She uses her aggressive energy effectively, cycles well in the offensive zone, and uses her stickhandling to dangle when needed. Grade: B+

Olivia Hymers #22 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2025): Hymers has good hands and a hard wrist shot. She makes smart reads on a 1v1 to get a shot off. She makes precise passes and plays on the powerplay, always looking for the open D for shots and opportunities towards the net. Hymers picks up sticks and picks off pucks for turnovers. Grade: B+

Brooke Voll #77 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, D, 2025): Voll skates well to take ice with the puck on breakout, through the neutral zone, and into the offensive zone. She makes smooth, flat passes and has good neutral zone movement in transition. Voll gets her head up before passing and uses her body to box out puck when battling. Grade: B+

Georgia Watts #9 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2026): Watts made a few heads up plays, driving hard to the net, using her body to protect the puck and pass off to the defense while taking her player to the net to allow her defence a good shot on goal. Grade: B

Carly Henry #14 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2025): Henry is an aggressive player with lots of energy on the ice. She gets her stick involved—picking up sticks. She gets her head up on the breakout to read play. Henry is a good skater and hustles hard. She uses her body and good hands to protect the puck well. She makes smart plays, drives, and passes to defense for an open shot on goal when needed in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Emarson Kraan #15 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2026): Kraan is a responsible defensive player, especially effective on the penalty kill. She does an excellent job picking up bodies and tying up sticks in front of the net, helping to limit scoring chances by keeping opponents out of high-danger areas. Her active stick in the defensive zone, particularly on the penalty kill, disrupts passing lanes and makes it challenging for the opposition to set up plays. In net-front situations, Kraan is a strong presence, physically moving opponents out of the way and maintaining a clear view for her goaltender. She is still able to control and skate well enough to contribute to the attack, carrying the puck into the offensive zone when the opportunity arises. We look forward to watching her puck handling skills develop as the season goes on. With her commitment to defensive coverage, active stick, and physical presence in front of the net, Kraan is a valuable asset on the penalty kill and brings a tough, no-nonsense approach to her defensive responsibilities. Grade: B

Emily Metzger #44 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, D, 2027): Metzger’s hard wrist shot from the point gets through traffic and to the net to create chances. She scored in the second period with a rocket shot clear from point. Her neutral zone passes on regroup/change of play are precise and efficient. The reliable defender moves the puck back and forth smoothly on the powerplay with her partner. Grade: B

Evelyn Wall #1 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, G, 2027): Wall made a few key glove saves, flashing the leather on a great save on a 5v3 penalty kill to relieve pressure for her team. Grade: B

Delaney Collins #10 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2025): Collins actively picks up open players and picks up sticks in front of the net on the penalty kill. Grade: B-

Sophia Metzger #66 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, D, 2027): Metzger plays big, blocking a crucial shot on the penalty kill to relieve pressure for her team. Grade: B-

Addison Koktan #7 (Kitchener Lady Rangers U18 AA, F, 2027): Koktan shows good defensive zone awareness and positioning and supports well in defensive zone.

Little Caesars U16

Kate Graham #28 (Little Caesars U16, D, 2026): Graham is speedy and handles the puck well. She caught a pass in her feet off the wall and was able to get it to her forehand for a quick pass to the breaking winger. Grade: B+

Taylor Morrison #9 (Little Caesars U16, F, 2026): Morrison is a crafty forward with silky mitts. She is slippery with the puck, stays on pucks, and gets chances in tight. She has a good stride and is always moving. Grade: B

Delaila Polick #13 (Little Caesars U16, F, 2027): Polick keeps her head up as she moves quickly with the puck. She stands her ground and it is hard to bump her off the puck. Grade: B

Aoife O’Connor #15 (Little Caesars U16, D, 2027): O’Connor has quick hands and an active stick. Her strong skating allows her to jump into the rush and be an option, move quickly backwards to stay with a puck carrier, and close gaps. Grade: B

London U18AA

Lilli Muldowney #6 (London Devilettes U18 AA, D, 2027): Muldowney has defensive awareness and body positioning to effectively control the gap, angle players out on the boards and box players out net-front.  She protects the puck as she leaves the zone and hits outlet passes on the tape.  In the offensive zone she distributes the puck well across the blue line with her partner to create offensive opportunities. Grade: B+

Vanessa Harrington #17 (London Devilettes U18 AA, D, 2026): Harrington’s patience, edging and confident puck control make her a contributing offensive defender.  She moves the puck well with her partner across the blue line and has soft hands to dangle and step around blue line pressure drive deep and peel back to execute crisp passes for scoring opportunities.  Harrington confidently carries the puck into the rush. Grade: B+

Danica Rogers #1 (London Devilettes U18 AA, G, 2026): Rogers held her team in with a shutout win.  She has an active glove that scoops and holds low pucks off the ice for a whistle.  Rogers gets low in her stance to track shots through traffic and quickly reacts to deflections.  Her wide butterfly takes up a lot of the net and makes clearing pad saves.  She is very focused in scrambles, staying with the puck to make saves and cover-up. Rogers sets up pucks for defenders to ease the transition when under pressure. Grade: B+

Marissa Chirico #16 (London Devilettes U18 AA, D, 2025): Chirico’s combination of skating skills and puck control are key in her regroup game.  She smoothly retreats with the puck to create space then sends crisp on-the-tape passes to outlet options.  She controls the gap well to cause turn-overs at the blue line and quickly turns the play back up ice.  In the offensive zone, she has strong lateral movement across the blue line, gets to the middle of the ice and distributes the puck through passing and shot lanes.  She reads the play well to anticipate passes and reacts quickly to intercept, doing so in the game and then quickly releasing a low hard shot that surprised the tender for a goal. Grade: B+

Jamie Ryall #3 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2027): Ryall is a positionally responsible player, dropping in to cover for teammates.  She ups her speed to drive into open spaces and provides a hard offensive forecheck with her physicality and puck pursuit. Grade: B

Emma Holm #5 (London Devilettes U15AA, F, 2027): Holm battles through checks with determination as she drives the net.  She releases a zip of a shot from her knees after being hauled down on a net drive. Grade: B

Julia Ritchie #9 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2025): Ritchie plays big.  She will push and disrupt opposing players despite her smaller frame.  She is puck-hungry on the forecheck, gets into corners and battles net-front with a willingness to muck it up.  Her shot is hard with a zip and she gets it off as she drives the seams to the net. Grade: B

Clare Purdy #14 (London Devilettes U18 AA, D, 2026): Purdy controls the gap and angles well to separate players from the puck and cause turnovers at the blue line.  She actively joins the play in the offensive zone, freely moving the puck with her partner, taking the puck to the net for better shot angles and slipping down the backside of the play to jump on rebounds. Grade: B

Jorja Kloepfer #15 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2025): Kloepfer feeds the slot with passing and scoring opportunities.  She is constantly moving and has a nice one-touch pass.  Kloepfer stuck with the team system, attempting the cycle multiple times until it clicked, with soft one-touch passes sending her teammate into the seam for the game’s lone goal. Grade: B

Kyla Rumford #18 (London Jr. Devilettes, F, 2025): Rumford is effective in the face-off circle winning most of the battles. She utilizes her strength and strong edging to protect the puck well in full stride on net drives. She likes to go to the net with and without the puck, creating a little havoc in both situations. She plays a team game and sticks with the team’s systems, attempting a play multiple times before they had success and scoring with a touch pass give and go down low, driving the net and tucking the puck on the inside post. Grade: B

Marlee Shinner #19 (London Devilettes U15AA, D, 2027): Shinner is always moving and adjusting to the play.  She gets out and blocks shots in the defensive zone and supports her partner well by opening up for passes in the neutral zone. Shinner adjusts her body positioning and utilizes her stick to effectively separate players from the puck. Grade: B

Sydney Flagel #30 (London Devilettes U18 AA, G, 2026): Flagel challenges shooters at the top of the crease.  She never gives up on a puck and stuck with the battles, unphased in this tough game where she saw many shots.  She reacts with quick legs and controls rebounds off the pads well by smothering them for a whistle. Grade: B

Naren Parker #7 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2025): Parker can be counted on to forecheck the play to pressure the breakout. Grade: B-

Leah Giroux #8 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2026): Giroux plays with tenacity, winning puck battles along the boards with effective stick checks and pins. Grade: B-

Kate Cameron #11 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2027): Cameron is a worker.  Battling net front, creating traffic and taking the bumps that come with it.  She hustles on the back check and provides strong back pressure on the play. Grade: B-

Megan Jean #20 (London Devilettes U18 AA, D, 2027): Jean uses smart body positioning on puck races by taking away the lane to the puck.  She battles hard and with success along the boards and in front of the net.  She jumps in and supports the offensive rush. Grade: B-

Markham-Stoufville U18AA

Mackenzie French #31 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, G, 2025): French is a good -sized goalie who covers a lot of the net. Grade: B+

Tatum Anderson #92 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, F, 2027): Anderson is a tall, mobile player with impressive quickness for her size. She has a nifty stickhandling ability that allows her to beat defenders effectively and drive hard to the net. In addition to her offensive skills, she battles hard along the boards and isn’t afraid to compete physically to maintain puck possession. During a rush into the offensive zone, she displayed great puck control and stickhandling, ultimately getting a quality shot on net. Anderson also showed her tenacity by battling for a rebound in front, creating a solid scoring opportunity from the second chance. Her quick release and accuracy make her a scoring threat, especially when she positions herself in the slot. In another play, she demonstrated her skill by deking around a defender and generating a strong scoring chance from the slot. Her combination of size, mobility, and offensive skill make her a versatile and impactful player. Grade: B/B+

Ava Chefero-Iannazzo #12 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, F, 2027): Chefero-Iannazzo made a nice move around the defender to get to open space and then tried to go backhand on the goalie. Grade: B

Deanna Weller #16 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, F, 2027): Weller is a hardworking player who brings great effort and hustle, especially in board battles where goes in determination and physicality. In the offensive zone, Weller has soft hands, allowing her to deke past defenders and create scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates. While she already has good puck control, there’s room for improvement in terms of stickhandling quickness and adding more deception to her moves. Enhancing these areas could make her even more elusive and unpredictable in one-on-one situations, allowing her to outmaneuver defenders more effectively. Grade: B

Julia Vacca #91 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, F, 2025): Vacca has a quick release on her wrist shot with a lot of power. She is a good battler in 50/50 battles on boards. Grade: B

Mackenzie Pidgeon #5 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, D, 2026): Pidgeon’s good edges aid in her quickness. Her strong gaps disrupt the opposition attack. She carries the puck with speed to rush the puck deep into the attacking end. She uses her speed to jump into rush and be an option. Grade: B-

Alexa Chan #11 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, D, 2028): Chan has a strong stride, good speed, and strong gap control. She handles the puck with speed and makes an accurate first pass. She stands up at the offensive zone blueline to keep pucks in and maintain pressure. Grade: B-

Kiara Comisso #22 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, D, 2025): Comisso’s good awareness was evident when she fired a crisp stretch pass on the tape from the defensive zone to the neutral zone because she saw the other team was changing. She has good size and an effective long reach. Comisso is strong in 1v1 battles and good in front of net. She makes smart choices with the puck and gets shots to the net for chances. Grade: B-

Nicola Saini #65 (Markham- Stouffville Stars U18 AA, F, 2025): Saini fired a wrist shot on goal and then got her own rebound for a goal vs Chatham Kent. Grade: B-

Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16

Raquel McCormack #29 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2026): McCormack is a taller forward who moves just as well as everyone else, actually better than most. She’s the type of player that has a lot of skill but also matches it with a ton of compete and effort. With the puck she moves laterally very well and uses her body to protect the puck and skate away from pressure to find time and space for herself with the puck. Her puck control is strong and remains unselfish, we saw her set up her teammates all weekend long and do it at the right times to set up goals and scoring chances. She is confident with the puck on her stick and has a presence to her that when she enters the zone with the puck the defensive attention goes to her. When its time to shoot she has a quick release with plenty of potential of finding the back of the net. Her compete is seen in battles and the way she is hard on pucks to where she must hate getting it taken from her. Great weekend for her. Grade: A

Molly McLaughlin #17 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, D, 2027): McLaughlin is a strong and sturdy on her skates defender. Her laterally mobility is strong and when she has the puck she uses that skill to pull the opposition out of coverage and open up passing lanes. Her habits are strong, she keeps her head up seeing the ice to find where she can find good time and space. Defensively she has good one on one gaps and can put an end to a strong rush from the opposition. Grade: A-

Ava Eernisse #4 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2026): Eernisse has high hockey IQ. She slides into scoring spots on the ice and can dish the puck to teammates if she has no shot. Off the rush she possesses the puck well matched with her skating ability and decision making, she makes herself a true threat. She battles hard and wins her puck battles during key times of the game like at the end of games. She has poise in transition and manages the puck well on her stick in all 3 zones. Grade: B+

Elliana Fickel #5 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, D, 2028): Fickel has her head up and sees the ice very well. Her poise is shown when she can out wait an opponent and let the play develop before letting an accurate pass go to her linemates. Her puck possession is strong and when she has her head up she can locate safe skating lanes and escape away from pressure. She needs to build her backwards skating and gaping, which she has potential to, so that she minimizes players getting by her one on one. Grade: B+

Aerin Rabe #6 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2027): Rabe works well with her teammates. She utilizes them and gives them tape-to-tape passes. She will also one touch the puck to continue the pace of play and draw defenders out of lanes. Around the net she keeps her feet moving and can gain speed around defenders by doing so. She is always moving in the offensive zone and positions herself well to jump into scoring spots and be a threat. When she possesses the puck she controls it well to help prolong offensive zone time. She also utilizes the boards well to buy space and get chances on net for her team. Grade: B+ 

Harper Gould #7 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2027): Gould is a speedy forward matched with good puck skills. When she has the puck on her stick we know she has finishing ability, we saw her roof one backhand that utilized good skating and stick handling to accomplish. She is hungry for pucks and competes hard on the forecheck. She wins her puck battles and is aggressive when she engages to win possession of the puck. She puts in a good effort each shift and is a treat to watch. Grade: B+

Claire Gilman #8 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2027): Gilman is a weapon in the defensive zone. She supports the play in the D zone with solid positioning and back up to one on one battles. When the puck is in movement she anticipates the puck and will jump in lanes to intercept. When she wins possession, she is a good passer who makes crisp tape to tape passes to minimize turnovers. Grade: B+

Emmersyn Finke #23 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2028): Finke plays both sides of the ice with strong intensity and care. Her strong skating stride aids her on the forecheck to cause turnovers and create scoring chances for her team. On the back check she picks the biggest threat and disrupts the chance of a scoring threat to help her goaltender. She also can shoot the puck well off a one-timer and find the back of the net. Grade: B+

Addy Massart #24 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2027): Massart is not afraid to get her hands dirty and engage in the net front chaos. This shows her fearlessness and willingness to help the team in any way no matter the cost. She is strong on her stick which makes it hard for the defenseman covering her to take her out of the play completely. She can find the back of the net from in front and her coaches use her talents well. Grade: B+

Kate Haapanen #30 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, G, 2027): Haapanen had a great performance in our eyes this weekend. She is square to pucks and develops a good top crease challenge to make it hard for shooters to get a good look on net. Calm in her crease, this helps her move side to side and stay focused on reading where the puck can come from. Her rebound control is strong and will steer out of harm’s way. What impressed us most is the consistency in her play and how well that will translate to the next level. Grade: B+

Kylie Schultz #9 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, F, 2027): Schultz is a swift skater who has a knack for causing chaos in the neutral zone with her active stick and feet. Stays calm with the puck under pressure and is able to circle back with the puck to create new passing lanes and allow team to set up offensively. Good distributor and can lead players to open ice with passes. Grade: B

MacKenzie Cook #27 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, D, 2027): Cook is a defender who can get it done on both ends of the ice. Her head is up all the time to help her look for shot lanes that has a chance at getting through to the goalie. She can spot where a deflection can happen and shoot through screens to increase the scoring chance. Her release is quick and when she elects not to shoot she can give a good pass to her partner and make a strong zone time attack. Defensively, her gaps are within stick length and uses it to steer the player where she can take the puck away the best. Grade: B 

Jilian Croasdaile #3 (Milwaukee Jr. Admirals U16, D, 2027): Croasdaile is a confident skater with the puck and uses the boards to create passing lanes in the neutral zone to start zone entries. She’s able to carry the puck up the ice through traffic and get the puck deep for her team. Grade: B-

Mississauga U18AA

Justine Somers #2 (Mississauga Hurricanes U18 AA, D, 2025): Somers has an active stick on the penalty kill and gets in lanes. She stays up on the play and keeps pucks in the offensive zone. She moves the puck smoothly back and forth with her partner. Somers makes heads up plays. Grade: B

Piper Sebben #11 (Mississauga Hurricanes U18 AA, D, 2027): Sebben takes time with the puck and picks breakout passes well. She battles hard in the corner. Grade: B

Kika Ho #62 (Mississauga Hurricanes U18 AA, D, 2026): Shot from the point on net. Moves the puck quick on breakouts and keeps her head up. Uses body to shield the puck when she skates the puck out of her zone. Keeps feet moving. Grade: B

Sophia Fabro #88 (Mississauga Hurricanes U18 AA, F, 2026): Fabro moves quick to be the forechecker down low and is aggressive on the boards in battles. She collected the bouncing puck quick off the faceoff and ripped a snapshot on net. Grade: B

Nepean U18AA

Serra Yildir #70 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, G, 2026, Harvard): Yildir makes a strong crease top challenge. She made three big saves by holding her challenge through a net drive. She battles through screens and tracks well. Yildir holds onto any shot at the body and many on the pads, recovers quickly from saves, and adjusts her positioning for the next shot. She gets out on pucks to take away the top corners. Grade: A-

Isabelle Currier #21 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2027): Currier is a very quick player who handles the puck with speed and high energy. She makes smart choices in the offensive zone, knowing when to make the simple play and not overcomplicate situations. Her faceoff skills are notable, especially in her own end, where she frequently wins possession for her team. She is strong along the boards and battles hard to maintain puck control under pressure. Currier’s strength on her skates allows her to drive the net effectively, even when under heavy defensive pressure. This resilience helps her generate quality shots on net in challenging situations. Overall, her speed, puck-handling, and physical tenacity make her a reliable and dynamic player. Grade: B+

Kristen Dorney #66 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2025): Dorney has a good, quick release on her wrist shot. She made a really good rush into the offensive zone with good speed, puck control, and protection with one hand on the stick, then drew a penalty shot by getting pushed down on the breakaway. Grade: B+

Rio Francis #72 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, D, 2026): Francis is a fast and agile skater, able to change directions instantly and retrieve pucks quickly. She serves as an effective outlet for her defensive partner, showing strong awareness and positioning. Francis maintains tight gaps and aggressively pinches down the wall, keeping pressure on the opposition. Her movement across the blue line to create shooting lanes displays her offensive awareness. Francis possesses excellent poise with the puck, and she is a confident puck carrier in all zones. Her speed, both with and without the puck, allows her to transition play effectively. Highly engaged in the play at all times, Francis is consistently involved in creating and supporting offensive and defensive plays. Grade: B+

Logan Robertson #76 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2027): Robertson’s powerful stride generates good speed and allows her to attack and be aggressive on the forecheck. She plants herself in front of net to create chances and cause chaos. Robertson is a very good stickhandler with soft hands and a good skater in the offensive zone with the puck while maintaining good puck control. Grade: B+

Courtney Campbell #94 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, D, 2025): Campbell is a tall, mobile defender with a strong physical presence. She uses her long reach effectively to disrupt plays and battles hard for puck possession against opponents. She moves smoothly on the ice and is a reliable puck handler. Campbell makes accurate up-ice passes, helping her team transition quickly. In addition to her defensive abilities, Campbell contributes offensively. She demonstrated great hockey IQ and poise on the power play by taking a moment to set up her shot, locating the opening, and firing a wrist shot top-shelf to score. Her patience with the puck and awareness in the offensive zone allow her to make optimal plays under pressure. Grade: B+

Rylee Baxter #38 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, G, 2027): Baxter is good at tracking the puck. She made two great back-to-back saves, sprawling out and eyeing where the shot would go. Grade: B+

Giuliana Barresi #63 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, D, 2027): Barresi demonstrates high engagement in the play, with or without puck, in all three zones. She made a dive to try and block a shot in close. She is not afraid to put her body in the shooting lane to block shots. Grade: B

Ali Falsetto #65 (Nepean Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2026): Falsetto is a quick player who reaches top speed within a few strides, making her highly effective on the forecheck. She has a strong stick allowing her to pressure opponents and create turnovers. On the rush, Falsetto demonstrates excellent stickhandling as she moves the puck up the ice and enters the offensive zone with control. She showcased her scoring ability by getting into the slot and firing a well-placed shot after receiving a pass on the powerplay, tying up the game. Her speed, strong puck control, and offensive instincts make her a valuable contributor on the attack. Grade: B-

New Jersey Colonials U16

Victoria Dudzic #12 (NJ Colonials U19, F, 2026): Dudzic uses her good speed effectively and gets in quickly on the forecheck to take the body and force errors. She gets stick on the puck to cause turnovers. Dudzic wins more than fifty percent of draws cleanly for possession. Grade: B

Gianna Butto #25 (NJ Colonials U16, F, 2027): Butto’s passes are crisp and on the tape. She snapped a rocket from the half boards to light the lamp on the powerplay against Sault Ste Marie. Grade: B

Cassidy Dailey #8 (NJ Colonials U16, F, 2028): Dailey is a great skater with good speed who can change direction quickly. She takes the body on the forecheck and forces errors. She controls and handles the puck and uses stops and starts to escape pressure. Dailey wins faceoff battles and draws pucks back cleanly to start with possession. Grade: B-

Elle Pothacamury #13 (NJ Colonials U16, F, 2026): Pothacamury is a strong skater who is very quick and can handle the puck well in the offensive zone. Grade: B-

Sammy Dandy #66 (NJ Colonials U16, D, 2027): Dandy’s passes are flat and on target, especially her first pass which is on the tape even when under pressure. Grade: B-

Sarah Nacinovich #71 (NJ Colonials U16, D, 2026): Nacinovich is very fast and can carry pucks out of the defensive zone. She steps up aggressively in the neutral zone. Grade: B-

Niagara Rapids U18AA

Natalie Vandervelde #5 (Niagara Rapids U18 AA, D, 2025): A physical defender who can clog up defensive lanes with her stick or body. Can make stretch passes up ice springing a breakaway chance off a faceoff play. HAs an active stick along the boards and knocks pucks loose in corners. Grade: B-

Taylor Masterson #8 (Niagara Rapids U18 AA, F, 2025): A creative player with the puck who can attack from different angles and get her teammates involved with her skating. made a great play to leak behind the defence and score a breakaway goal glove high. She has solid puck handling ability as she can weave through the defence at speed and set up zone pressure. Grade: B

Taylor Floris #9 (Niagara Rapids U18 AA, D, 2025): A calm player with the puck, she can pivot out of pressure and use tight turns to gain space to make a pass or skate with the puck. She keeps her eyes up when moving up ice and is strong on the puck keeps her feet moving during corner battles. Grade: B

North Bay Lakers U18AA

Maria Ethier #10 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, F, 2025): Ethier is an aggressive and physical player. She takes the body well and is always buzzing on the ice. she is a good skater and always looks to support the play or support the puck. She has good hands, and made a great pass on a 2v1 offensive attack. On defence, she is always picking up sticks. Grade: B+

Ocean Brassard #11 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, D, 2025): Brassard is a D with a hard slapshot from the point. She made smart plat passes on the 5 on 3. She is not afraid to challenge downlow and in the corners, as she is aggressive below the goal line and battles well on the boards. In front of the net, she is always picking up bodies and sticks. Grade: B+

Grace Ouellette #15 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, F, 2026): Ouellette made a great play when she entered the zone with the puck and went below the hash marks, beat the D in the corner by a tight turn and then walked off the wall for a shot on net. This displays her ability to knows how to create space. she is a physical player who takes the body and knows how to get good body position to cause turnovers. Her pressure on the back check and active stick assists in causing these turnovers. She is always ready to jump in the play and assist when needed with her good support on and off puck. Grade: B+

Olivia McBean #2 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, F, 2027): McBean is a great skater with good speed and a smooth stride. she uses her body to drive well towards the net and always follow her drives and stays with the play. Her speed is displayed well on the forecheck. A great play she made by splitting the defense with the puck and pulled away for a breakaway. She is a very unassuming player and makes crisp tape to tape passes. McBean is great at getting in the shooting lanes and blocking shots. Another great offensive play made by her was getting the inside body position, stealing the puck, and driving to the net, exhibiting all her strengths. Grade: B

Amber Chevrier #27 (North Bay Ice Boltz BAA, F, 2027): Chevrier is always skating hard, working hard, and hustling. She forechecks well by anticipating the play. This allowed her to intercept a breakout pass and drive the net for a shot. She makes crisp passes that are tape to tape. Grade: B

Lily Violette #68 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, D, 2026): Violette is a good D that is always buzzing around and working hard. She uses her body well, stays active on the blue line and always has her head up. She has a great, hard slapshot from the point that will get through traffic for the forwards to tip. She is patient in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Violette is a great passer in the neutral zone, and on the breakout with her head up, and is able to transition well with her partner as they take ice. Grade: B

Jorja Dugas #71 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, D, 2026): Dugas has good size which she uses to her advantage to take the body and play physically. She handles the puck with control and poise as she exits the zone. She is able to weave through opponents for a smooth O-zone entry and get the puck deep. Dugas makes good NZ plays and can take ice well. She has a quick, low snapshot from the point that gets to the net for the forwards to easily deflect. Grade: B

Jayda Gervais #91 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, D, 2025): Gervais’ passes are crisp and on target. she moves the puck smoothly back and forth with her D partner to escape pressure, regroup, and create opportunities with good NZ regroups. She is a smart, steady solid D that takes smart point shots that create opportunities at the net, and makes safe effective plays. Grade: B

Kaylee Lang #1 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, G, 2025): Lang is a patient tender that waits for the shooter to commit, by tracking the puck well. she has good positioning, good lateral movement, and stays with the shooter on dekes. She saw a lot of shots and was up for the task. Grade: B

Alivia Purcell #9 (North Bay Ice Boltz BAA, F, 2027): Purcell forechecks hard and applies good pressure on her reads on plays. She keeps the puck well protected downlow in O-zone, and is good at working the puck on the cycle. Grade: B-

Jade White #44 (North Bay Ice Boltz U18 AA, F/D, 2026): White is a player who works to give herself opportunities. She displayed this with a shot on net, stayed on the puck and proceeded to snap home a top glove goal. She makes a good first pass out of the D zone, first pass. Grade: B-

Millie Parker #47 (North Bay Ice Boltz BAA, F, 2027): Parker made a great neutral zone play by collecting a bouncing puck in her skates, quickly brought it to her forehand and was able to dump into the O zone. Grade: B-

Rory McLean #89 (North Bay Ice Boltz BAA, D, 2027): McLean’s strength is smooth, crisp, flat passes. Grade: B-

North Halton U18AA

Logan McCreight #18 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, D, 2026): McCreight is an all-around defender, who can play the game well offensively and defensively. She has excellent hockey IQ and ability to anticipate plays often causing turnovers. On the first play of the game against College Bourget, McCreight jumped into the play, stripped the opposing player of the puck, took it to the net and ripped one past the goalie off the post. Her second goal of the game came off a low shot from the point. She competes hard all game and always identifies her check. Defensively, McCreight has excellent gapping to eliminate her opponents’ options and is very aware all over the ice. She is a solid penalty killer thanks to her awareness and compete. She is a force to be reckoned with for opposing players trying to get the puck out of their end as she never gives up on keeping pucks in. Grade: B+

Jayden Reimer #2 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, D, 2026): Riemer plays a physical game which allows her to win countless puck battles. She is very active on the offensive blueline, always following the play. She anticipates the game well and has a high success rate with pinching. Grade: B

Olivia Shamblaw #5 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2026): Shamblaw is a smart player who is able to anticipate the play and force turnovers, and battles hard for puck. She has decent speed and puck handling that will get better with time. Her defensive zone body positioning is decent. Grade: B

Egann O’Hara #8 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2026): O’Hara can identify her check and eliminate her from the play. Defensively, her off puck positioning is excellent, and she never loses sight of her check. She is very aware and positionally sound in the offensive zone and puts forth a consistent effort all game. Grade: B

Olivia Blue #27 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2027): Blue is an amazing skater with good edges, and excellent speed. She is always facing the puck which allows her to read the game well and find open ice. Blue makes efficient plays at high speeds. Blue found two assists against College Bourget from below the blueline after forechecking hard and winning puck battles. Grade: B

Sara Hillock #44 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2026): Hillock is a smart player who is aware of what is happening. Her awareness was displayed when she realized her team had too many players and therefore, avoided the puck. She follows the play well and engages in battles when need be and does not shy away from contact. Hillocks off puck positioning as a center is excellent, she follows the breakout and supports low. Her compete remained high all game. Grade: B

Megan Dubuc #47 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2026): Dubuc takes good angles, has smooth hands and does not quit on pucks. Grade: B-

Jadyn Flowers #87 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, F, 2025): Flowers does an excellent job at driving to the net hard with the puck. She possesses decent speed and makes okay passes. Flowers displays good defensive body positioning. Grade: B-

Hailey Rye #91 (North Halton Twisters U18 AA, D, 2025): Rye is a smooth skater and very confident when carrying the puck. Grade: B-

North York Storm U18AA

Demi Lazarou #5 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2027): Lazarou is a heads-up player who reads and reacts quickly to changing situations. A speedy skater in the first three strides, she closes down space quickly, especially when she forced a turnover, which led to a goal by quickly taking away the defender’s space at the blue line. She protects the puck well going to the net, drives the net with head up looking for her shot, and uses strong skating to control the puck and get off quality shots while under tight pressure. Lazarou uses her speed to beat defenders wide and make a play or put a puck on net. A great skater with smooth hands to get defenders going the wrong way. Puts pucks on net, leading to her assist against Kemptville. She has a great shot and is skilled offensively. She potted a smooth dangle breakaway goal after chasing down a loose puck against Kemptville and scored her second goal of the game, a laser snap shot one-timer in the slot. Grade: A

Andie McLean #17 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2028): McLean is a feisty and proactive player, always involved in the action. She has excellent ice vision and effectively feeds her teammates to create scoring opportunities. Her anticipation skills allow her to read opponents’ movements and react quickly, making her a defensive asset. In the defensive zone, she has effective positioning, clogs passing lanes, and swoops in to steal the puck. McLean is quick to protect her goalie and shows a strong commitment to defending the net, playing with a physical presence and intensity that makes her appear “bigger” on the ice. Her combination of playmaking ability, defensive awareness, and aggressive style make her a well-rounded and impactful player. Grade: A

Olivia VanSickle #20 (North York Storm U18 AA, D, 2027): Vansickle is a tall, smooth-skating defender with a long stride and an impressive reach, using her size effectively on both ends of the ice. She maintains a calm, composed demeanor, allowing her to make heads-up plays and see the ice exceptionally well. Vansickle excels at threading accurate, tape-to-tape passes through the neutral zone, setting up her teammates for successful transitions. She shows confidence in carrying the puck up ice, often jumping into offensive rushes to add pressure in the offensive zone. Her shots are well-placed, typically kept low to create rebound opportunities through traffic. Vansickle has a strong, hard shot, which she uses to her advantage from the point. Defensively, she is aggressive, particularly on the penalty kill, where she ensures no opposing player is left uncovered in front of the net. Vansickle has excellent timing on pinches and can quickly recover when necessary. She holds the line effectively, blocks shots, and is strong in one-on-one battles. Her solid positioning and awareness make her a reliable presence on the ice. Grade: A-

Lily Paisley #22 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2027): Paisley is a tenacious player who consistently battles hard for loose pucks, demonstrating her determination and high compete level. She plays a crucial role in controlling much of the offensive play for her team, utilizing her vision to make effective seam passes that create scoring opportunities. Paisley has the ability to buy time with the puck, allowing her teammates to get into position, and she is not afraid to get shots on net. Defensively, she shows a strong commitment to backchecking, ensuring she is never out of the play. Paisley is willing to put herself in harm’s way by getting in shooting lanes and blocking shots, showcasing her dedication to team defense. Her efforts were rewarded when she scored the first goal of the game against Kemptville by capitalizing on a rebound, highlighting her ability to find scoring opportunities in the chaos around the net. Overall, her blend of offensive creativity and defensive diligence makes her a valuable asset to her team. Grade: A-

Lauren Kruzel #44 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2027): Kruzel is a dynamic player known for her speed and excellent hands, particularly under pressure. She showcased her scoring ability by sniping a shot under the bar and over the goaltender’s shoulder during a breakaway, demonstrating her finishing skills. Kruzel has a keen sense of the game, consistently finding open ice to make herself an option for her teammates, which helps transition the play up ice effectively. In the defensive zone, she displays strong off-puck positioning, allowing her to anticipate plays and find loose pucks. Her awareness was evident when she capitalized on a rebound in the third period, extending NYS’s lead to 4-0. Additionally, she contributed to the team’s success by assisting on the final goal, bringing the score to 5-0. Overall, Krunzel’s combination of speed, skill, and hockey IQ makes her a valuable asset on both ends of the ice. Grade: A-

Alexandra Kent #12 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2026): Kent ripped a sick shot after taking the puck to the net from the corner to beat the goalie on the powerplay to put her team up 2-0. Always facing the puck in the ozone, she opens up ice for her teammates with her positioning. Grade: B+

Anastasia Trifon #19 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2028): Trifon has strong edges that help generate the speed that allows her to get behind defenders. She sees the ice well in the offensive zone and feeds her teammates to create scoring chances. Grade: B+

Audrey Soja #27 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2028): Soja is effective in the faceoff circle winning faceoff forward and backwards.  She drives the net with shots and follows in for rebounds. Grade: B+

Jamie Sanford #31 (North York Storm U18 AA, G, 2026): Sanford is a patient tender who moves into the shots. She communicates well with her teammates to coordinate setup. She plays with good awareness, deflecting passes out and stopping scoring chances. Grade: B+

Victoria Kruzel #9 (North York Storm U18 AA, D, 2025): Kruzel is a big, strong defender who excels in physical battles and uses her size effectively. She demonstrates strong gap control, taking away space from opponents and quickly stepping up to disrupt plays. Her long reach helps her in maintaining solid defensive coverage, and she doesn’t quit on plays, showing good recovery and support for her defensive partner. Offensively, Kruzel has a rocket shot from the point, which she gets through traffic, creating dangerous scoring opportunities. Her net-front awareness adds to her impact in the offensive zone. She keeps her game simple, plays the offside well, and shows good instincts with quick attacks. Her physicality and aggressive play style make her a challenging presence on the ice. Grade: B

Lillian Hindle #18 (North York Storm U18 AA, D, 2025): Hindle is highly active on the blue line, using quick, short strides and efficient step-ups to keep opponents in check. She plays with an aggressive edge, battling hard along the boards and executing effective pins to win puck battles. Her stick is active and disruptive, helping her maintain a strong defensive presence. She keeps her game simple and efficient, focusing on keeping pucks deep in the offensive zone. Hindle also provides solid net-front coverage, ensuring that opponents are kept at bay and minimizing scoring opportunities against. Her overall defensive awareness and tenacity make her a reliable and impactful presence on the ice. Grade: B

Ella Frasca #87 (North York Storm U18 AA, F, 2026): Frasca, with strong puck skills, can dangle and evade pressure in tight spots like at the blue line to keep the attack going. Active at the blueline, she jumps on loose pucks and attacks the net. Her Nifty dangles beat defenders jumping off the blue. She has a good, hard wrist shot. Grade: B

Ava Da Costa #92 (North York Storm U18 AA, D, 2026): Da Costa is a strong and skilled defender with good size, which she uses effectively to hold the blueline. Her active stick allows her to disrupt opposing plays and intercept passes, showcasing her strong hockey IQ. She has a keen ability to read plays, often looking for opportunities to get her shot through traffic by targeting sticks in front. Her long, quick stride contributes to her impressive speed, enabling her to join the rush or recover defensively when needed. Da Costa plays a physical and aggressive game, using her body to box out opponents and engage in battles along the boards. Her good angling and positioning help her effectively contain attackers. Additionally, she possesses an accurate shot, making her a dual threat on both the defensive and offensive sides of the game. Da Costa’s combination of size, skill, and physicality makes her a formidable presence on the ice. Grade: B

Oakville U18AA

Gabriella Salciccioli #3 (Oakville Hornets U18 AA, D, 2025): No second level speed, good head fakes on point, helps offensively, skates herself out of an option at times, hard shot. Grade: B

Alexis Lee #80 (Oakville Hornets U15 AA, F, 2027): High effort, backchecks, fight for space, good net front, strong skater, high compete. Grade: B

Gianna Vinci #91 (Oakville Hornets U18 AA, F, 2028): Strong forechecking, strong poking, quick, smaller, good edges, picks up speed well, active. Stick, well positioned in o-zone. Grade: B

Maren Capennelli #13 (Oakville Hornets U18 AA, F, 2025): Battles hard, strong, good stick skills, utilizes teammates, needs to keep legs churning, explosive she needs. Grade: B-

OHA Mavericks U18AA

Alicia Fausch #13 (OHA Prep MAA, D, 2028): Fausch is a hard worker on faceoffs, often battling aggressively to win draws by tying up her opponent and pushing them away from the puck. Fausch also creates quality scoring opportunities, demonstrated by a wraparound goal where she shot low to the left corner to beat the goalie. Her determination to win faceoffs and generate offence are key attributes of her game. Grade: B+

Konatsu Kuninaka #22 (OHA Prep MAA, D, 2026): Kuninaka is a smaller-framed defender who is quick and shifty and excels with her footwork and offensive play. Her backward strides and pivots are sharp, enabling her to effectively disrupt opponents’ rushes when she uses an active stick to attempt to knock the puck away from opponents. Offensively, her one-timer from the point is hard and accurate, and her ability to protect the puck using her body from opponents makes her a versatile and reliable defender. Grade: B+

Amelia Leonard #68 (OHA Prep MAA, D, 2026): Leonard is a smaller-framed defender with high hockey IQ and agility that allows her to outmaneuver opponents with her shifty stickhandling, very good puck control, and good footwork. She is a hard-working player who battles hard on the boards for loose pucks and makes smart pinches in the offensive zone to hold the offensive blue line. Her hustle in puck battles and ability to handle the puck under pressure make her a valuable player. Grade: B+

Ryleigh O’Brien #70 (Mississauga Hurricanes U15AA, F, 2026): O’Brien is an excellent skater, especially on her backwards pivots/strides and defensive positioning. She is aggressive and physical while gapping opponents by pushing them towards the boards to cut off their attack towards the middle lane on their rush. O’Brien’s slapshot from the blue line could improve in accuracy, but her strength in defensive positioning and physicality make her a key player on defense. Grade: B+

Sarlota Styblova #88 (OHA Prep MAA, D, 2026): Styblova is a big-framed defender who moves the puck well and excels in accurate passing from anywhere on the ice. She works effectively with her defensive partner, holding the blue line in the offensive zone well and staying active at the point. Styblova’s shot from the point is dangerous and her forward and backward skating ability, combined with her physical presence, makes her a force to contend with on both ends of the ice. Grade: B+

Adriana Pepe #92 (OHA Prep MAA, F, 2027): Pepe’s skating is exceptional, particularly her edges on her backwards skating and quick forward strides, which allows her to control the puck well while skating up the ice. Her ability to make accurate tape-to-tape passes in the offensive zone adds another layer to her offensive game. While she possesses a powerful slapshot, her accuracy could improve, as seen when a shot sailed too high on a rush. Pepe’s quick release on both her wrist and snap shots, along with her strong puck protection and stickhandling skills, make her a versatile forward who also helps defend in her defensive zone and win key faceoffs through tying up faceoff opponents well. Grade: B+

Teresa Christensen #96 (OHA Juniors, F, 2028): Christensen is a slick stickhandler with patience and poise, often weaving her way through the neutral zone and into the offensive zone. Her puck control and body positioning make her tough to knock off the puck. She demonstrated her offensive instincts by tying the up game with a fast wraparound five-hole goal. Christensen’s agile skating and ability to accelerate forwards quickly make her a constant threat on the ice, especially in 1v1 offensive zone rush situations, where she can switch to a higher gear. Grade: B+

Petra Poloyni #12 (OHA Prep MAA, F, 2027): Poloyni shows strong skating ability and excellent puck control, consistently executing accurate tape-to-tape passes. Her stickhandling skills allow her to move the puck effectively up the ice, often maintaining possession in high-pressure situations. Poloyni’s poise with the puck stands out, as she makes calm, smart plays, keeping her team in control during transitions. Grade: B

Danika Dawson #28 (OHA Prep MAA, F, 2027): Dawson’s skating edgework is a notable strength, allowing her to maneuver efficiently around the ice. Her agility on her skates helps her evade defenders and maintain quality puck possession, making her a reliable forward in offensive situations. Grade: B

Mia Tamburo #52 (OHA Prep MAA, F, 2026): Tamburo excels at advancing the puck up the ice, creating open space well with puck possession and driving into the offensive zone. She has a strong shot release, and her ability to create offensive chances for her team makes her a threat in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Erica Greco #84 (Whitby Wolves U18 AA, D, 2026): Greco is a poised defender who contributes well offensively with a great shot release from the point and smart pinches in the offensive zone to keep the puck alive. She holds the blue line well in the offensive zone and works the loose puck battles on the boards by the blue line to attempt to keep the puck in the zone. Greco is patient with the puck in her defensive zone, such as when she retreated back into her defensive zone when she did not have a good option to pass to, and then when pressured, made a good play to chip the puck off the boards to get it out of the zone rather than try to make a deke and risk a turnover. Greco is a well-rounded defender who also reads the game efficiently, as she once made a crucial sliding block to prevent an open-net goal, showcasing her defensive awareness. Grade: B

Katie Innes #94 (OHA Prep MAA, D, 2026): Innes is a reliable defender who moves the puck efficiently along the blue line in the offensive zone. Her ability to keep plays alive offensively by moving the puck quickly and accurately from the point, paired with good skating mechanics, is an asset to her team’s offensive flow. Grade: B

Krisztina Weiler #95 (OHA Juniors, F, 2026): Weiler possesses powerful skating ability along with great hands while stickhandling, making her dangerous in rushes up the ice. Her wrist shot has impressive power, as seen when she scored a low, powerful wrist shot goal from a quick release. Weiler also uses her body well to protect the puck from opponents, and drives hard to the net and wins puck races to generate offensive opportunities. Grade: B

Kirsten Loesch #31 (St. Louis Lady Blues U16, G, 2025): Loesch is engaged in the play at all times and has good movement in her crease to react quickly to potential shot opportunities in her zone. Her play with stickhandling the puck and quick decision-making can be enhanced in order to make quicker passing decisions when she gets possession of the puck behind her net or near the hashmarks. Grade: B

Ottawa Lady 67s U18AA

Amelie Card #19 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2025): Amelia has soft, quick hands and good size, making her tall, agile, and confident with the puck. She maintains excellent balance, making her difficult to knock off her skates, and possesses the speed to evade defenders. Her ability to use inside-out moves effectively allows her to beat opponents consistently. Grade: A

Lindsey Durant #9 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, D, 2025): Lindsay rebounds and tips. Her powerful wrist shot from the point is precise and creates scoring opportunities. She is a quick skater with strong puck-handling skills, able to navigate through defenders while keeping her head up, showcasing her patience and vision. Lindsay is smart in her defensive zone, maintaining strong gaps in the neutral zone. She makes aggressive yet calculated pinches, effectively disrupting opposing plays. On the offensive blue line, she displays great patience, adeptly finding seam passes to create scoring chances. Lindsay combines speed, skill, and smart decision-making, making her a significant offensive threat while contributing defensively. Grade: B

Nealey Morris #22 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2027): Nealey uses good vision a good positioning to find open ice on the rush, makes smart area passes to teammates, helping move the puck quickly up ice. Good skater who s hard working. Picks up loose checks in the dzone. Moves pucks away from dangerous situations. Takes passes off feet. Grade: B

Anna Sophia Vander Byl #23 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2025): AnnaSophia is a very fast skater with smooth puck handling, capable of beating defenders wide and creating offensive opportunities. She actively pressures puck carriers to force turnovers, demonstrating strong anticipation and awareness in defensive situations. AnnaSophia rushes the point effectively and is willing to block shots, showcasing her commitment to team defense. Notably scored a breakaway goal against Windy City, highlighting her offensive instincts and finishing ability. AnnaSophia keeps her head up to find teammates in scoring positions, especially during odd-player rushes, facilitating effective plays. She is hard on the forecheck, taking away space from opponents, and equally diligent on the backcheck, with a willingness to block shots, contributing to overall team defense. She opens up to face the puck carrier when receiving a pass, enhancing her passing options. Grade: B

Aleandre Elibani #34 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2026): Aleandre has good size and strength, combined with a strong stick, allow her to assert herself in battles for the puck. She jumps up to join the rush, providing an additional option in the offensive zone. She has a quick snapshot from the point that gets to the goal. Aleandre effectively uses her long reach to push plays to the outside in her own zone, demonstrating strong defensive positioning. She is very mobile, stepping up in the neutral zone to disrupt opposing plays. She controls the puck well in the offensive zone, buying herself time and creating space instead of forcing passes or dumping the puck. Aleandre created an offensive rush leading to a goal early in the second period, showcasing her ability to contribute to team scoring with an assist. Grade: B

Keira Arscott #2 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, D, 2026): Kiera is a tall player with a long reach, providing her with a significant advantage in both offensive and defensive situations. She plays a very physical game, effectively clearing the front of the net and maintaining strong positioning. Kiera consistently keeps herself between the opponent and the puck, making it difficult for attackers to get quality chances. Her slapshot from the point is hard and low, making it an effective weapon for creating rebounds and scoring opportunities. Kiera’s combination of size, physicality, and a powerful shot makes her a valuable asset on the ice. Grade: B-

Paityn Berry #4 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, D, 2026): Deflection in a goalmouth scramble found the back of the net for a powerplay goal against Peterborough. Grade: B-

Jaimeson Arango #11 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2026): Net front presence. Left alone to tip in a point shot against Peterborough. Grade: B-

Danika Charest #14 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, D, 2027): Pinches successfully. Slapshot from the point found the back of the net vs Peterborough. Grade: B-

Anika Kingwell #27 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2027): Anika wins draws cleanly, establishing possession for her team and allowing for effective offensive plays. She displays strong awareness around the net, finding rebounds and capitalizing on scoring chances, as highlighted by her goal against Biggby’s. Anika demonstrates excellent hand-eye coordination, enabling her to handle the puck effectively in tight situations. Grade: B-

Memphis Silverson #61 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, D, 2027): Good size. Heavy snapshot from the point. Grade: B-

Aliyah Beleza #77 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2027): Patient puck movement and distribution. Passes are on target on the powerplay. Quick release, snapshot from the point on the powerplay. Grade: B-

Claire Wightman #94 (Ottawa Lady 67s U18 AA, F, 2027): Claire is very quick with great edges, allowing her to maneuver effectively in tight spaces and drive lanes without the puck. She has excellent vision while carrying the puck, she effectively sets up plays along the boards and finds late comers with nice saucer passes. Claire actively carries the puck into the offensive zone, turning to the side boards to create opportunities and maintain possession. She is extremely hard-working on both the forecheck and backcheck, demonstrating a very high compete level. She engages physically in battles to win loose pucks. Claire showcases a strong off-puck presence, supporting battles well and jumping on loose pucks when necessary. She excels in positioning throughout all zones, mirroring the play effectively as a center. Claire possesses a rocket of a wrist shot, making her a scoring threat from various positions on the ice. Creates net-front traffic effectively, contributing to team scoring, as evidenced by her two goals. Grade: B-

Ottawa Lady Sens U18AA

Alessia Longo #90 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2028): Longo is a quick-moving player who jumps into support positions and space with a puck-hound mentality. With a powerful forward skating stride, she wins puck races, provides an effective forecheck and chases down dump-ins. Once with the puck, her smooth stick-handling skills make it difficult for others to steal. She plays a heads-up game with a strong hockey IQ to get into shot lanes and shoot with purpose (such as pillow passes). She creates net-front traffic and battles hard along the boards. Longo is able to find new levels in her play, stepping it up in the third she was a leader in her team’s comeback push. Grade: A-

Emily Van Spronsen #5 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, D, 2026): Van Spronsen reads the game in front of her and reacts appropriately.  She makes timely pinches off the blue line to keep the attack alive.  She moves pucks up ice, finding pass lanes and creating options with board passes around pressure.  In the offensive zone, she jumps into plays and goes to the net looking for a shooting spot. Van Spronsen identified the spot and ripped home a top-corner goal. Grade: B+

Avery Wojtyk #8 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2027): Wojtyk plays with patience and poise when she has the puck.  Her head is always up, giving her the information, she needs to support her team without the puck and make smart plays with the puck.  Her skating stride is long and quick with effective edges to quickly change directions. Wojtyk maintains puck possession when under pressure, moving to create play options such as finding shot lanes, finding passing lanes or putting the puck deep for her teammates.  She scored an over-timer winner by opening up in the slot and snipping a one-timer top corner from a behind-the-net pass. Grade: B+

Morgan Donaldson #12 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, D, 2027): Donaldson is an agile defender with strong puck-moving skills who plays a physical game.  She controls the gap well at her blue line, stepping up to cause turn-overs, separating the player from the puck with good body positioning and quickly moving the puck to her partner or up-ice for the regroup. In the offensive zone, Donaldson uses her body and stick well when pinching and holding the line then effectively distributes the puck in the offensive zone with short crisp passes. Grade: B+

Camryn Chevrier #21 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2027): Chevrier reads the play well on the attack to create a variety of high-scoring chances.  Some examples include feeding teammates on 2v1 situations, using her speed to drive back defenders cutting to the middle with body position puck protection, and utilizing her puck skills with a fancy pass through the defender’s legs, driving around her to pick up her own pass and snipe low blocker on the tender. Grade: B+

Abigail Snider #6 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, D, 2026): Snider is a puck-moving defender.  Relieving pressure in the defensive zone with tape-to-tape passing with her partner to regroup and by dropping below the goal line to receive and send board bank passes and redirect the breakout.  Through the neutral zone, she effectively uses the boards to bank pass around pressure and send her teammates on the rush. Grade: B

Megan Hayes #7 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, D, 2027): Hayes moves the puck smoothly with her partner to regroup and exit the zone. She jumps into the rush by carrying the puck deep and looking for pass options.  She battles hard along the boards with success against much bigger opponents. She gets to shots lanes in the offensive zone and puts pucks on net. Grade: B

Grace Stewart #9 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2025): Stewart battles hard and shows her physicality in 50/50 board battles. Grade: B

Delia Cassell #11 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2026): Cassell has good speed when rushing the puck.  She drives the zone and puts an accurate quick-release shot on the net. She gets in the slot and is ready to get shots on and goes for her own rebounds. Grade: B

Samantha Lewis #16 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2027): Lewis forechecks with a changing speed that is difficult to read.  She creates better scoring chances by driving the middle of the ice and using her body to shield the puck.  Does a good job moving towards the puck and body to the middle of the ice to create better scoring chances. Uses. body to shield the puck. Has quick bursts of energy when forechecking. had a goal vs Central York Panthers. Grade: B

Gabrielle Clarke #31 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, G, 2027): Clarke is set and square to shots sitting tall in her butterfly and holding body shots for a whistle. She deflects pad and stick rebounds clear of danger and resets for the next shot. Clarke has a strong glove hand, snagging and holding onto shots high and low. Grade: B

Kira Whelan #20 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, D, 2025): Whelan moves the puck smoothly with her partner for regroups and in the offensive zone. She accelerates quickly and shows determination in winning puck races. Grade: B

Jordana Hunter #17 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2027): Hunter is a speedy skater who catches her opponents off guard.  Her surprise attack forces errors which she capitalizes on by stealing pucks and moving them to teammates. Grade: B-

Clare Cassell #18 (Ottawa Senators U18 AA, F, 2026): Cassell is a hardworking player in all zones with strong skills.  She has a long powerful skating stride with solid edging to maneuver quickly. Playing with her head up she makes tape-to-tape passes to teammates. Her strong defensive positional sense and responsibility are seen in all parts of the ice. She pressures the play to cause turnovers and battles hard along the boards to win the pucks and is quick to get back, providing great back pressure on the play. Grade: B-

Peterborough U18AA

Danica Werry #4 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, F, 2025): Danica Werry is an all-around great forward who makes an impact every game. She has good speed especially getting to the outside and quiet spaces of the ice. Her puck handling skills are one of the best on her team as she always has her head up and handles the puck with poise. She has good puck control and patience with reading the ice to make a good pass. Her quick hands go beyond just passing, she shows good stickhandling abilities while leading the rush. In the offensive zone she can control bouncing pucks and snap it to the top corner to get consistent goals. She gets her stick in the passing lanes on the forecheck and intercepts breakout pass. In the defensive zone it is easy to see why she is trusted in every situation. In a penalty kill scenario she provides great blocking abilities by getting in the shooting lanes. This allows her to pick off passes which lead to her having breakaways, where she can make a difference by making a nice move and shooting the puck on net. It is her overall compete level that makes her the difference maker, she always fights for the puck. As she continues to play she will only get better. Grade: A-

Brea Leahy #1 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, G, 2026): Brea Leahy is a great goaltender who understands how to be effective for her team. She makes calm saves and makes sure her team knows that she will be there to clean up any mess. In every game she plays she makes great saves. She tracks the puck with supreme vision that allows her to follow rebounds and get to the other side of the net quickly to stop every shot. In a particular game in this tournament she was able to make a great save on a breakaway when the opposing player faked and went to her backhand. She sprawled over and saved the puck with her pads twice. Even though she rarely lets in any pucks, she continues to want to improve her game. Grade: A-

Ella Watson #9 (Peterborough, D, 2027): Ella Watson is a playmaking defender who always knows how to get the offense started. Her quick hands steal pucks that are all made possible by her good body positioning in the corners. In the offensive zone she is good at pinching in and sealing up the boards effectively. Her eyes are always up to have that great awareness level. This awareness allows her to be gifted on both sides of the puck. She can provide a hard wrist shot from point with a quick release. Her good speed allows her to have a great backcheck and tie up players without getting a penalty. It is clear to see how she can make a high impact on every team she plays for. Grade: B+

Hannah McInnes #12 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, D, 2025): Hannah McInnes is a great defender who always displays consistent puck handling skills. In pressure packed situations, you want her handling the puck. Her passes are outstandingly accurate and always delivered with intent. When given the opportunity she can score from anywhere. She can score from the point with a great wrist shot that has supreme accuracy. Her speed is great for her age as she can recover quickly from any mistake. As she continues to play she will only get better. Grade: B+

Sydney Lewis #7 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, F, 2025): Sydney Lewis is a forward that makes a good impact every shift she plays. Even though she may not be the fastest skater, that can be easily improved. She has good hockey IQ and knows where to be in the offensive zone for good shooting lanes or to open space to receive a pass. Her body positioning seems to always be in the right area near the hash marks to have consistent pressure on net with her shots. She is able to get multiple chances because of how she tracks rebounds in front of the net. Her puck handling is good for her age as she has good stickhandling and puck protection by using her open arm to guard off pressure when in the offensive zone. Over time she will continue to improve the little things, until then she will continue to make a good impact on any team. Grade: B

Kylee Strano #14 (London Jr. Devilettes, F/D, 2025): Kylee Strano is a puck handling master who has only gained more confidence with practice. She controls and handles the puck with poise. Her shots are great from the point, hard slap shots that always find the net. She understands when to pinch and when to back off. She continues to practice those things to only get better. There is no doubt that she will continue to improve on the little things. Grade: B

Sierra Jacobs #16 (Peterborough, D, 2027): Sierra Jacobs is a good defender who knows how to effectively handle the puck. Her passes are always crisp and on target. She consistently hits the stretch pass and moves the puck smoothly with her partner. This awareness allows her to have smart distribution on the powerplay. With her head up she gets shots on net from the point. It is easy to see why she is consistently trusted in offensive situations. Grade: B

Finley Mann #28 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, D, 2026): Finley Mann is an underrated defender who uses her size to her advantage. She is a tall defender that uses her long reach to get the puck back. Her defensive positioning is good for her age as she always battles hard against opponents to get those loose pucks. In the offensive zone she uses her hard slapshot and quick snapshot to get pucks on net for offensive chances. As she continues to play she will only get better. Grade: B

Grace Plunkett #55 (Peterborough, F, 2027): Grace Plunkett is a forward with the anticipation abilities of an elite player. She consistently reads the play on the forecheck to win the puck behind the net and make the centering pass for chances. Her speed is good for her age as she has good acceleration and strides. In time she will continue to improve the little things, but for now she is a strong asset to have in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Indie Bennett #78 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, F, 2027): Indie Bennett is a playmaking forward who knows how to make good on opportunities. She has the scoring touch. Her passing skills are great for her age as she knows how to receive bouncing and saucer passes to consistently get a good shot off to score. She isn’t afraid to get in front of the net and tip the puck with great hand eye coordination. Her speed is good for her age with great crossovers as it helps her stay on the puck and stick handle well in all three zones. She maintains good positioning in the defensive zone, and is highly engaged in play without the puck. Overall, she is a good forward who will only continue to improve as she plays. Grade: B

Keira deLaPlante #83 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, F, 2026): Keira De LaPlante is a consistently good forward who can be easily trusted in every zone. She is a good skater with her edgework, but can be quicker and more powerful. With that being said she has great speed with good acceleration that helps on her backcheck. She always has her head up which allows her to have good anticipation. Even though she needs to be more patient when she gets the puck, that will improve in time. Grade: B

Emily Fleming #33 (Peterborough, G, 2027): Emily Fleming is a good goaltender who always gives 100% every game. She can battle through traffic to get eyes on the puck. It doesn’t matter how much traffic is in front of her, she always seems to find the puck. She is very calm under pressure and makes those timely saves every team needs. As she continues to play she will only get better, but for now she is a goaltender any team would be lucky to have. Grade: B

Payton Rogers #88 (Peterborough, D, 2027): Payton Rogers is a naturally great defender for her team. She isn’t afraid to step up in the neutral zone and break up plays. It is this anticipation and awareness that allows her to be effective. Her size is used in a great way as she is able to have great gap control and angle off opponents. Any team would be lucky to have her as an anchor on their defense core. Grade: B-

Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16AAA

Ella Rajnys #30 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, G, 2027): Rajnys’ movements in the crease are quick and controlled, giving her excellent reaction time to high-danger shots. In multiple instances, Rajnys made key blocker saves on high shot attempts, showcasing great positioning in the net and anticipation on where opponents will shoot. Her ability to read plays allows her to effectively cover the net, making her a reliable last line of defense. Grade: A-

Eloise Downes #11 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, F, 2026): Downes is a dynamic forward with excellent, soft stickhandling and puck control, particularly evident as she maneuvers through the neutral zone to the offensive zone. She plays a crucial role on her team’s powerplay, showcasing her poise and confidence while maintaining puck possession in tight areas. Her quick skating helps her drive the puck deep into the offensive zone, protecting it well against opposing pressure. Downes also contributes well offensively with her precise saucer passes in the offensive zone that were key to setting up scoring chances. Additionally, her defensive awareness and positioning allows her to effectively support her team in the defensive zone. Grade: B+

Rachel Steward #24 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, F, 2027): Steward is a fast and highly-skilled forward with excellent, soft stickhandling. She showed her offensive capabilities by shooting a powerful shot from the top of the offensive zone faceoff circle that found the top corner of the net, showcasing her quick release and accuracy on her shot. Her willingness to shoot from long distances in the offensive zone keeps goaltenders on their toes, and she uses her speed on the rush to push defenders back and create space in the neutral and offensive zones. Steward’s ability to drive wide on the offensive zone rush and get quick shots off makes her a constant scoring threat. Grade: B+

Ella Rutter #7 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, F, 2027): Rutter is a smaller-frame forward who stands out with her quick skating strides and great use of her edges. Her smart hockey IQ shines through in her positioning, always knowing where to be in all zones of the ice, especially in the neutral zone to receive a breakout pass. Her speed on the forecheck is impressive, applying constant pressure on defenders to attempt for them to make rushed decisions with the puck. While her skating with the puck is fast, there is room for improvement in smoothing out her stickhandling at a high speed to maintain better control as she rushes up the ice. Grade: B

Olivia Drexelius #8 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, D, 2026): Drexelius is a smaller-framed defender, but her quickness and agility with her skating allow her to cover a lot of ice efficiently. She excels at making crisp, tape-to-tape breakout passes to forwards, as demonstrated by one perfect stretch pass from the defensive zone to her opposite winger the neutral zone. Her wrist shot, though not overly powerful, is accurate and can create scoring opportunities from the point. Grade: B

Allyson Dembzynski #16 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, F, 2027): Dembzynski excels at controlling the puck under pressure, often using her body to shield the puck from defenders while driving up the ice. Her stickhandling is strong, but she occasionally overcomplicates plays by making an extra move in the offensive zone when a shot or pass would have been more effective, or trying to break out of her defensive end by stickhandling up the middle where a pass would be better. Dembzynski possesses great offensive traits with her stickhandling and skating, and can get to the next level if she enhances her situational awareness to generate more efficient breakouts and offensive zone scoring opportunities. Grade: B

Payton Monusky #17 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, D, 2027): Monusky is a skilled stickhandler, particularly when moving through the neutral zone into the offensive zone. She consistently dekes around opponents, all while maintaining puck possession and setting up offensive zone rushes. Her ability to handle the puck smoothly while on the move adds to her overall offensive threat. Grade: B

Ashlyn Jacobs #19 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, F, 2028): Jacobs’ fast skating is a standout feature of her game, allowing her to move quickly up the ice while maintaining solid puck control. In one instance, she demonstrated this speed into the offensive zone along with a strong shot attempt that went high corner in the net after stickhandling around defenders. Her quickness and agility make her a key player in driving the play forward. Grade: B

Meredith Swavely #20 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, D, 2028): Swavely demonstrates strong play in both the offensive and defensive zones, such as holding the blue line well in the offensive zone and not being afraid of jumping into the offensive rush herself and finding open space with the puck to create quality zone entries. Her positioning on the ice is consistently solid, and she makes consistent d-to-d passes to her partner. Her breakout passes could be more precise, which would help her team transition out of the defensive zone more efficiently. She also excels at making smart pinches to keep the puck alive in the offensive zone, which has contributed to maintaining offensive pressure. Grade: B

Tivi Blue #46 (Philadelphia Jr. Flyers U16, D, 2026): Blue is a strong skater with excellent edgework, making her highly effective in defensive situations. She demonstrates a high level of awareness in the defensive zone, breaking up plays with by using an active stick. Her powerful forward stride allows her to cover the ice efficiently, and she consistently makes smart first passes to jumpstart the offensive attack. Grade: B

Pittsburgh Pens Elite U16

Adela Pankova #20 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2026): Pankova shows good awareness and delays entering the zone to hit the defense at the blue line with a crisp pass. She collects passes well on the stick and knows where she is passing before she gets the puck. Pankova walked in and shot short side for a goal vs. Mississauga. She is good at stickhandling in small areas and is a legit player. She had a breakaway goal, a second goal short side, and her second goal of the game. Grade: A

Berkeley Whitehead #22 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F/D, 2027): Whitehead can move quickly with the puck, and her feet are always moving. She has a quick jump on faceoffs and soft hands that allow her to put the puck into areas and jump onto them. Grade: B+

Kendra Raypholtz #77 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2026, Syracuse): Raypholtz is a fast and aggressive skater who doesn’t quit on plays. She goes hard into the corners with her stick on the ice and uses her body to angle shots. She also has good hand-eye coordination, as evidenced by her goal against Mississauga, when she tapped the puck down in the air. Grade: B+

Madyson Kirsch #82 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2026): Kirsch drives the net hard with her stick on the ice. She has an active stick on the powerplay. She moves the puck well and fast below the dots in the ozone and has quick feet to escape from the defense. Grade: B+

Emerson Webster #64 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2026): Webster has a strong active stick on the penalty kill and causes turnovers. She had a great step on the wall in the defensive zone to cause a turnover and get the puck out of the zone. Grade: B

Madeline Relyea #11 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, D, 2027): Relyea walks the blue line well and has her feet and body open facing the puck for an outlet on the powerplay. Grade: B-

Samantha Brennan #13 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2027): Brennan forechecks hard and has an active stick that she gets in the passing and shooting lanes. Grade: B-

Talia Mertens #17 (Pittsburgh Penguins Elite U16, F, 2026): Mertens made a quick cutback in the neutral zone to create time and passed to a teammate with speed. She is aggressive in battles and pins on boards. Grade: B-

Rochester Jr. Americans U16

Sarah Hensel #2 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, D, 2026): Hensel is a solid two-way defender who plays with a physical edge and has a strong sense of her defensive responsibilities. On the powerplay, she moves the puck effectively with her partner, creating openings and scoring opportunities. She is also capable of getting pucks to the net with a hard wrist shot from the point, making her a valuable asset on the offensive side of special teams. In the defensive zone, Hensel is a physical presence, frequently engaging in board battles and effectively boxing out opponents in front of her net. She covers players well and maintains decent gap control, ensuring that she limits opponents’ chances. She plays on her team’s penalty kill and demonstrates a high level of awareness and discipline, knowing exactly where she needs to be both on the penalty kill and in 5v5 play. Hensel is not afraid to take risks offensively; she will jump up in the play when the opportunity arises to create scoring chances. Her decent speed and understanding of the game allow her to make these plays without compromising her defensive responsibilities. Overall, Hensel is a well-rounded, physical defender who contributes effectively on both ends of the ice. Grade: B+

Eryka Derocha #89 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2026): DeRocha is a physical and determined player who uses her body effectively to gain position and win puck battles in the offensive zone. She shows strong puck control, often defending off opposing players by using her shoulder and body positioning to maintain possession under pressure. DeRocha has a solid passing ability, consistently putting the puck on the tape to the point, and setting up her teammates for further offensive play. Offensively, she has good instincts on the forecheck, aggressively pressuring opponents and creating turnovers. She’s skilled at making dekes, including smooth toe-drags around defenders to open up space in the offensive zone. DeRocha has a quick snapshot from the right wing, though her wrist shot power could be improved for greater scoring impact. She could also work on her quickness when skating forwards with the puck to enhance her offensive effectiveness. Overall, DeRocha’s physicality, forechecking instincts, and puck-handling skills make her a valuable presence in the offensive zone. Grade: B+

Isabella Crescimanni #91 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, D, 2027): Crescimanni is a confident and skilled puck carrier who excels in transitioning from defense to offense, often initiating rushes by carrying the puck herself. She maintains strong control and a solid stick on the puck, making her a dependable player when moving up the ice. On the powerplay, she displays impressive puck movement and edgework, effectively contributing to her team’s offensive setups. Her defensive abilities are highlighted by her powerful backward skating stride and excellent pivoting, which enable her to adjust quickly to opponents’ movements. Crescimanni’s confidence and poise with the puck make her an asset both in transitioning play and during powerplay situations. Grade: B+

Isabella Gionta #10 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2028): On a play, Gionta was behind the offensive zone net and made a great tape-to-tape pass to an open teammate in front for a high-danger shot. Good read on this play. She possesses a high hockey IQ to find open teammates for passes in the offensive zone. Grade: B

Alexa O’Neill #13 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, D, 2027): O’Neill has good defensive zone positioning and knows when to tie up players and not take a penalty. She has good speed, shows good usage of boards, and provides a good layer of defensive support. Grade: B

Lauren Garsin #86 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2026): Garsin made a very good forecheck where she applied good pressure on the defender, stole the puck away from her, and got a breakaway. This great effort drew a penalty from it as well. Grade: B

Summer McDonald #9 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2027): McDonald is a defensively committed player who uses her stick effectively on the backcheck, causing turnovers and disrupting opponents’ plays. She has a quick wrist shot from the top of the circle, creating offensive chances when given the opportunity. Donald consistently gets into shooting lanes, demonstrating an active stick and strong shot-blocking ability, especially on the penalty kill. Late in the third period, when her team was holding a lead, she showcased her dedication by making a crucial block on the penalty kill. Although Donald is strong defensively, she could improve her quickness and skating strides, as her first few steps lack explosiveness and speed. Her awareness and willingness to put herself in the line of fire, however, make her a reliable presence in her own zone and a valuable asset on the penalty kill. Grade: B-

Hailey Baughan #21 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2026): Baughan was left on the doorstep, unattended, and bumped in the rebound to light the lamp against Scarborough. Grade: B-

Emma Macartney #23 (Rochester Jr Americans U16, F, 2026): Macartney took the shot on goal and stayed on the puck to bang home the rebound vs Scarborough. Grade: B-

Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16

Annika Stock #18 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, F, 2026, Quinnipiac): Stock plays a smart and composed game, keeping her head up and showcasing strong hockey IQ in all areas of the ice. She has quick hands and consistently wins a high percentage of faceoffs cleanly, setting her team up with early possession. Her ability to control and handle the puck with poise on the cycle makes her a key asset in sustaining offensive pressure and creating scoring opportunities. Stock’s soft hands in tight areas allow her to quickly release shots, often catching goaltenders off guard. she buried a snapshot against Waterloo. She’s a versatile player, using her speed effectively on the backcheck to apply pressure and disrupt opposing plays. Grade: B

Callie McCullough #19 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, D, 2028): McCullough is a skilled and composed player with soft hands that allow her to handle the puck with precision and finesse. She walks the blue line, maintaining control while surveying her options. Her ability to weave through opponents makes her a constant threat when carrying the puck into the offensive zone. McCullough’s crisp and accurate passing ensures that her teammates receive the puck in optimal positions, contributing to smooth and seamless play. Her poise while handling the puck allows her to carry it deep into the offensive zone. She consistently uses her skill set to dictate the pace and flow of the game, making her a key offensive catalyst for her team. Grade: B

Kayla Gerson #26 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, F, 2026): Gerson has good size and a long reach, which she utilizes effectively in all areas of the ice. Her ability to cover ground and win puck battles is enhanced by her long reach, making her a difficult player to bypass defensively. She possesses good speed, which allows her to transition quickly from defense to offense, while also being an asset when backchecking or joining the rush. Even when under pressure, Gerson makes accurate passes, setting up her teammates with smooth, on-target feeds. In tight spaces, her soft hands allow her to navigate through traffic and maintain control of the puck. Grade: B

Erin Healy #27 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, D, 2027): Healy moves the puck up the ice with accurate and precise passes, creating offensive opportunities for her team. Her vision is a standout quality, particularly in identifying the breaking winger for cross-ice passes, allowing for quick transitions and scoring chances. Her agility is a key asset, as it enables her to evade pressure from forecheckers with smooth curls and deceptive movement, maintaining puck control even in high-pressure situations. Healy has a strong sense of the game’s flow and frequently sees openings that allow her to drop into the play as a shooting option, making her a dual threat both as a passer and a shooter. Her awareness and creativity make her a valuable asset in creating offensive plays and keeping defenders on their heels. Grade: B

Maize Wilner #77 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, F, 2029): Wilner displays anticipation and hockey IQ, reading the play effectively as F2 to intercept breakout passes and keep the offensive pressure on. Her ability to capitalize on turnovers makes her a threat to the opposition, especially in transition. Her offensive skill is highlighted by her smooth hands, as she can dangle through defenders and create crafty backhand shots on goal. She finds the right positioning, particularly when driving the net, exemplified by her ability to finish plays like the backdoor tap-in against Waterloo. Wilner shows great awareness and quick decision-making, both key to her scoring instincts. Grade: B

Sophia Garner #92 (Rochester Youth Hockey – BK Selects U16, F, 2027): Garner plays with patience and poise, especially when controlling the puck under pressure. Her calm demeanor allows her to carefully assess the play and find openings to dish off precise passes to her teammates, setting up offensive opportunities. In addition to her puck-handling abilities, Garner adds a physical element to her game. She battles hard in the corners and isn’t afraid to drive hard to the net. Offensively, she has a quick-release wrist shot that she can fire off effectively to challenge goaltenders and create scoring chances. Her combination of physicality and offensive skills makes her a well-rounded and impactful player. Grade: B

Saugeen Maitland U18AA

Annan Moffat #27 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning MAA, F, 2025): Moffat is effective on faceoffs, skillfully tying up the opposing center and putting in significant effort to win possession. Despite her smaller stature, she is a physical battler across the ice, showing grit and determination to push players off the puck. Her strong work ethic is evident in her willingness to engage in physical battles and consistently take smart angles to force players wide. Moffat also forechecks hard, adding relentless pressure on opponents. Her tenacity and effort make her a formidable presence, regardless of her size. Grade: A-

Marley Dalcourt #6 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning MAA, F, 2026): Dalcourt exhibits impressive gapping skills during opposing players’ rushes. She adeptly positions herself to intercept an opponent, using her body to push them toward the boards and away from the central lane, effectively disrupting their play. As a forward, she places equal emphasis on defensive tactics as she does on offensive strategies, showcasing her all-around commitment to the game. Grade: B+

Emma Maric #44 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning MAA, F, 2026): Maric had a good forecheck where she stripped the puck off an opposing defender and then went for a rush and put a good wrist shot on the net, beating the goalie but not the post. She presses the point hard and has a good active stick to intercept plays. Grade: B+

Alexa Millman #11 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning U15AA, D, 2027): Millman is solid in 1v1 situations and keeps square to players. She is patient with the puck and makes intelligent breakout passes. Grade: B

Taylor Gibson #17 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning U15AA, D, 2027): Gibson has a solid physical presence with good size and is a very mobile skater. She effectively uses her body to rub out opponents along the boards and makes smart, quick first passes to exit the zone. In the neutral zone, she steps up to break up plays and demonstrates good timing on pinches to maintain offensive pressure. Gibson hustles to keep the puck in the offensive zone and uses a strong stick lift to disrupt opponents, often getting underneath players to gain leverage. Her mobility and decision-making make her a reliable presence in all zones. Grade: B

Josephine Jarmuth #19 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning MAA, D, 2025): Jarmuth is a fast, aggressive player on the forecheck, displaying strong puck pursuit and applying effective pressure on opposing defenders. In the offensive zone, she shows great patience and poise, waiting to find the best option, whether it’s a pass or a shot. While her overall game is solid, she could benefit from improving the power of her slapshot, particularly on her one-timers, to add an additional scoring threat. Her tenacity and composure make her a valuable asset in creating and sustaining offensive pressure. Grade: B

Sadie White #7 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning U15AA, F, 2027): White is a tall player with quick and agile footwork, she excels in her defensive responsibilities. She demonstrates great stamina and versatility, skillfully playing up and down her wing, making her a crucial asset to her team’s defense while also contributing offensively. Grade: B-

Danielle Wilkie #12 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning U15AA, F, 2027): Wilkie is a hard worker who plays both ways. She uses her good edges effectively to make quick changes of direction. She handles the puck well and makes good choices at both bluelines. Her good angles on forecheck disrupt the defense and force errors. She does not let her size stop her from battling hard for loose pucks. Grade: B-

Lauren Gustafson #66 (London Devilettes U18 AA, F, 2026): Gustafson is a fast, smooth skater with great hockey sense and vision. She can carry the puck into the zone, make quick turns to the boards, and stop to find the trailer. She finds soft spots in the offensive zone. Gustafson plays deep and supports her defense, especially with shot blocks. Grade: B-

Sault Ste Marie U18AA

Bryce Gagnon #4 (Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds U18 AA, F, 2025): Gagnon is a hard-working, two-way player who applies relentless pressure on the backcheck. She takes the body effectively, causing turnovers and disrupting the opposition’s flow. Her aggressive forecheck forces errors, which was evident in her game against New Jersey, where her pressure directly led to a goal. She is first in on dump-ins, retrieving pucks quickly and creating opportunities for her team. Gagnon is strong in the faceoff circle, consistently winning draws and setting up possession for her team. She positions herself well in both the offensive and defensive zones, always around the net hunting for rebounds or loose pucks. Gagnon’s awareness and physicality make her a versatile and reliable asset at both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Ashlyn Kobzick #7 (Sault Ste. Marie Wildcats BAA, F, 2027): Kobzick is tall, quick, and physical. She is strong on her skates as she takes pucks wide on D and protects the puck with her body. Grade: B

Kalie Cooke #19 (Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds U18 AA, D, 2026): Cooke crushed a slapshot from the point along the ice to find the back of the net against New Jersey. Grade: B

Alexe Villebrun #91 (Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds U18 AA, F, 2026): Villebrun’s smooth stride allows her to weave around opponents and gain space. Her quick hands enable her to win a high percentage of draws cleanly to start the play with possession. She fired a wrist shot from a distance through a screen to tickle the twine against New Jersey. Grade: B

Alexis Esposito #9 (Sault Ste. Marie Wildcats BAA, F, 2027): Esposito is solid on the draw, engaging physically and winning faceoff battles to start the play with possession. She applies pressure, gets body position on the backcheck, and uses her stick check to cause turnovers. Grade: B-

Lily Rumiel #11 (Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds U18 AA, D, 2026): Rumiel forechecks aggressively, lifting sticks, forcing errors, and causing turnovers. She sticks to her assignment in the defensive zone. Grade: B-

Jillian Newhouse #12 (Biggby Coffee U16, D, 2025): Newhouse brings a quick, hard wrist shot from the point that gets through traffic, generating scoring chances for her team. She manages the blue line well, keeping pucks in to maintain offensive pressure and make it difficult for opponents to clear the zone. Despite her smaller stature, she is quick and agile, using her speed to her advantage. Newhouse handles the puck confidently and makes smart, efficient choices. Defensively, Newhouse maintains her gap control, positioning herself well to contain and disrupt offensive plays. Her quickness allows her to stay on top of opponents, making her a reliable defender who can transition play efficiently up the ice. Grade: B-

Azlyn Cognigni #13 (Sault Ste. Marie Jr. Greyhounds U18 AA, D, 2026): Cognigni uses her good size and strength effectively. She uses long reach in passing lanes to intercept pucks and disrupt the opposition’s flow. She has a strong net-front presence in the defensive zone and uses her size to lean on players and push outside. Grade: B-

Kaia Boissoneau #18 (Sault Ste. Marie Wildcats BAA, F, 2027): Boissoneau plays physically, utilizing her size and long reach to create turnovers and disrupt her opponents’ plays. She applies pressure on the forecheck to force errors and take advantage of opportunities in the offensive zone. Her active stick and awareness allow her to intercept passes and cause turnovers, giving her team additional possession. Boissoneau battles hard along the boards, particularly at the defensive blue line, where she plays physically to win puck battles and maintain strong defensive positioning. She exhibits good gap control, limiting space for opposing forwards and effectively shutting down attacks before they develop. Grade: B-

Cassidy Cooke #30 (Sault Ste. Marie Wildcats BAA, G, 2027): Cooke gets out to the top of the crease to square up and challenge shooters. She battles through traffic and has quick pads down low. Grade: B-

Scarborough U18AA

Layla Parekh #2 (Scarborough Sharks BAA, D, 2027): Parekh is a smooth skating defender who possess excellent quickness. In the offensive zone, she holds the blueline well, pinches aggressively, and maintains pressure. Parekh has a quick release wrist shot and hard slapshot that she gets on net from the point. She is able to defend 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 situations well with her long reach. Grade: B

Hailey Punchard #4 (Scarborough Sharks BAA, D, 2027): Punchard is a smooth skater with great speed and quickness. Offensively, she has excellent vision for finding teammates, is patient with the puck and takes low, heads-up shots from the point. Additionally, Punchard can confidently rush the puck up ice. Defensively, she puts forth multiple efforts on pucks to keep the play alive and displays excellent gapping through the neutral zone. She makes smart choices and uses her physicality to bump opposing players off the puck in defensive zone corners. Grade: B

Jamie Zhang #7 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, D, 2025): Zhang is a stable defender who is rarely found out of position. She makes excellent tape-to-tape passes and supports her partner well by finding open ice. On the offensive blueline, Zhang is able to hold in countless pucks and turn it into a scoring opportunity by releasing a rocket shot on net. Grade: B

Amelia Hillman #17 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Hillman is a heads-up forward who can read the play and intercept breakout passes on the forecheck. She has excellent control while carrying the puck and cuts to the middle to rip wrist shots. Hillman is a left-handed shot playing her off wing. Grade: B

Ava Genno #19 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, D, 2026): Genno is a strong, sturdy defender; she aggressively challenges attackers, and her excellent gapping leads to strong poke checks. She is strong on here skates allowing her to be hard on pucks in corner battles. Genno displays excellent off puck positioning in the defensive zone and ensures no checks are left uncovered. Grade: B

Briella O’Hara #27 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, D, 2026): O’Hara possess excellent speed and uses it effectively to blow by defenders and cut to the net before letting go a quick release snapshot. She uses her speed all over the ice, especially to apply pressure on the backcheck. Grade: B

Leah Martin #33 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Martin plays an effective game all over the ice. Her off-puck positioning through the neutral zone allows here to force opposing players where to move the puck. She puts in a consistent, hard effort on both the forecheck and the backcheck. In the offensive zone, Martin has excellent vision and is patient with the puck to allow here teammates to find open ice. Martin scored the tying goal late in the game against Bluewater by crashing the net and finding a rebound. Grade: B

Kennedy Aikin #91 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Aikin is a strong center who has excellent hockey sense. In the faceoff circle, Aikin cleanly wins more than fifty percent of her faceoffs. She is an excellent skater and uses her speed to beat defenders wide and drive to the net or make a pass to the high slot. Aikin plays a high energy and positionally sound game on both sides of the puck. Grade: B

Mathilde Carsley #15 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, F, 2026): Carsley is a physically strong forward who is hard in puck battles along the boards. She displays a strong work ethic through her backchecking ability. Carsley is very strong on her stick while carrying the puck up ice. Grade: B-

Bea Pellar #74 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, F, 2025): Pellar displays good speed and a strong stride. She works hard on the backcheck and is able to identify open players. Pellar consistently makes accurate passes. Grade: B-

Lauren McClory #77 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, D, 2026): McClory is excellent in the offensive zone; she makes successful pinches and keeps an active stick. She keeps many pucks in at the blueline and is able to put a hard wrist shot on net. Grade: B-

St. Albert Slash U18

Tayla Lamabe #4 (Edmonton, F): Lamabe is a very strong, tall forward that plays with intensity and speed that pushes D back to create space, and crash the net with fierceness. She is very ice aware with the speed to pull away from opponents, smooth hands to deke the tender, and creates opportunities for herself by finding the open spaces. She scored a very good goal by using her body to defend the puck off pressure, and made a good deke in front of net to get the puck past the goalie on her backhand in the slot. Lamabe is an active forechecker, who puts on great pressure. She is a great skater while controlling the puck well, and uses her size to get past players. Grade: A

Faith Fedyniak #2 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2025): Fedyniak is always hustling on the ice. She skates hard on the forecheck to chase down puck battles hard with opposing defender to try and take puck away on forecheck. She works the boards well and battles hard. Fedyniak has good puck control and handling while skating, and uses her body to play physical. Grade: B+

Ana Djordjevic #3 (St. Albert Slash, D, 2025): Djordjevic is a heads-up player that reads the ice well. She works great with her D partner and has smooth partner passing. As a D, she is not afraid to pinch or switch with forward or other D/player around her in O-zone and take the puck deep. She has evasive skating agility with tight turns and clean edging, keeps her head up to step around point pressure. Djordjevic protects the puck when getting to lanes and puts a solid shot on net. Defensively, she keeps players wide and contains them on the wall.  On the PK, she killed valuable time with a pin on the boards. Grade: B+

Aubrey Sanderson #6 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2025): Sanderson is a speedy skater with the ability to change her speed as needed. She pulled a little stutter step that froze the D and she drove wide to beat her. Grade: B+

Jordan Brown #7 (St. Albert Slash, D, 2025): Brown is a D who reads the play, anticipates and intercepts passes, and is positionally aware who will drop back for teammates. She has good poise with the puck, and a strong hockey sense to see her open teammate in a dangerous area. She mindfully pinches in zone, and angles out opponents on the back check. Brown displayed these features by taking the puck deep into the offensive zone and controlling the puck well to then pass to her open teammate in the slot. She is confident along the blue line in O-zone. Grade: B+

Sienna Esposito #9 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2027): Esposito is an ice aware player who keeps her head up. She executed a tape-to-tape pass to a teammate crashing the net for the assist. She is strong on the puck and uses her body to drive the net. Grade: B+

Brooke Dolynchuk #14 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2026): Dolynchuk provides active forecheck to pressure to disrupt breakouts. She is very slick with soft hands/stickhandling with the puck moving up ice into the offensive zone. She is good at getting by opponents, driving the net hard with good body position and puck control, and creating open space for herself to make a play. Dolynchuk Cycles great in the O zone, and finds good positioning for herself in the slot for a clear shot on net with no defenders on her. Grade: B+

Keelyn Pisani #15 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2025): Pisani is noted for her strong effort and physicality into faceoffs. She is aggressive to win faceoffs and is a hustle player on the ice. She reads plays well and pressures and forechecks well with good anticipation and finds herself in high-chance areas. She scored by pouncing on a net-front rebound. Pisani uses her body to protect the puck, and work battles in the corners on the PP. Grade: B+

Mikayla Gibson #16 (St. Albert Slash, D, 2027): Gibson has strong mobility and agility with the puck, with good edgework, control and good body positioning she makes escape moves in confidence to create space. She controls the puck with poise, and anticipates the play and strips the puck from opponents.  She keeps players wide staying shoulder to shoulder with them, moves the puck smoothly with her partner, and makes heads up plays. Gibson can dangle; she dangled around attackers to keep the puck in the blue and make crisp on the tape passes in the zone (leading to a goal), as well as made a really nice toe drag around an opposing defender in the offensive zone to get past her, and then released good, quick snap shot on net. She is an energizer bunny type of player on the ice. Grade: B+

Megan Fitzgerald #17 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2026): Fitzgerald is a speedy skater who wins puck races and steals the puck from opponents. She provides strong back pressure on the play and picks pockets, which quickly turns the play up ice. While creating turnovers she is able to hit teammates with crisp passes. Grade: B+

Madyson Naumann #19 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2025): Naumann is a mobile player who back checks and finishes the check, as well as forechecks to cause turnovers. She blocks pucks on the PK, and is very agile on the PK to take away lanes with good body positioning. Naumann drives the net popping a taping goal off a pass out from behind the net. Grade: B+

Keira Rathburn #21 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2025): Rathburn has her head up with the puck. She forechecks with speed and uses effective angling to disrupt breakouts. She has strong puck skills to maintain possession with extended lateral movement and sharp cut backs. Grade: B+

Madison Terry #22 (St. Albert Slash, D, 2026): Terry plays tough, blocks shots, has a strong skating stride and lean, to protect the puck, even using her arm to block pressure when busting through. She moves the puck crisply with her partner, has great hands to dangle, and will jump into the play. She shows this by jumping in the rush, breaking through the D and had a great scoring chance forcing a big save. Terry distributes the puck in the O-zone and slides into the attack for rebounds and scoring chances. She makes a great 1st pass/ break out pass with good communication to others on the ice around her. Grade: B+

Addison MacDonald #29 (St. Albert Slash, G, 2025): MacDonald has good reactions to a redirected shot, allowing her to make a good, quick save. She also made a great first initial save on a player, then made a great rebound save on another player on the backdoor, great read to get to that rebound in time. Grade: B+

Kathleen Frost #31 (Rocky Mountain Raiders, G): Frost is game aware to react to delayed penalties and calls icings.  She gets to the crease top to challenge and holds her ground as players crash the net. Frost clears rebounds safely to the sides and will play the puck with passes to D. She will stick with broken plays to make the save. Grade: B+

Hailey Shura #8 (St. Albert Slash, D, 2027): Shura is a good steady D who holds the blue line in confidence, and moves the puck well along the blue in the O zone. Her partner passing in all zones is crisp and on the tape. Shura takes away opponents’ lanes to loose pucks and gets in shot lanes in the D zone. Grade: B

Lily Leckelt #10 (St. Albert Slash, D, Union): Leckelt has smooth puck movement and makes great tape-to-tape passes in regroup and breakouts. She is patient with the puck to make a heads-up play. She has good puck control at the blue line to keep the play alive and create scoring plays. Grade: B

Casey Peddle #12 (St. Albert Slash, F, 2026): Peddle absolutely dangled a D from a drive from down low, and scored top right in the 3rd period. She pressures well on the forecheck, follows her drives/stays with the play, and has good hockey sense to effectively read where her teammates are, and then making good tape-to-tape passes to them. She positions herself well for good off puck play and support. Her strong hockey IQ allows her to react quickly to turnovers, and has quick agile hands and feet as a strong puck carrier. Her puck control to stick handle out of a phone booth. Peddle sees the ice well to chip passes to self and into open ice for crashing teammates. Grade: B

St. Catharines U18AA

Regan Flynn #31 (St. Catharines U18 AA, G, 2025): Flynn is an active and agile goaltender who thrives under pressure, showcasing her ability to withstand a high volume of shots. She effectively controls body shots to freeze the play and maintain composure. Her lateral movement is impressive, quickly getting across the slot with post-to-post saves, and she stretches her body to reach difficult pucks. Flynn has quick legs, using them to kick out pucks with precision, and her flexibility allows her to make sprawling saves, including a highlight split save at the end of the second period against Fraser Valley. Her quick reflexes and athleticism make her a dependable last line of defense. Grade: B+

Chloe McNeil #11 (St. Catharines U18 AA, F, 2026): McNeil controls and handles the puck with poise. Her agility and puck protection allow her to carry the puck end to end, using solid edging to make sharp cutbacks. She can dangle when under pressure with the defender draped all over her. She wins draws cleanly to start the play with possession. Grade: B

Emma Gravelle #15 (St. Catharines U18 AA, F, 2026): Gravelle plays physically and uses her body to win battles on the boards. She rushes the point and uses a strong stick check to cause a turnover that leads to zone entry. Gravelle battled in a scramble to find a rebound and buried it vs Fraser Valley. Grade: B

Sophia Carile #24 (St. Catharines Brock BAA, D, 2028): Carile plays physically, takes the body, and blocks shots. Her long reach and strong stick check take away pucks. She hits the stretch pass to move the play up the ice quickly. Carile buried a wrist shot from the point on the powerplay against Fraser Valley. Grade: B

Reese Shigwadja #4 (St. Catharines U18 AA, F, 2025): Shigwadja uses her size to her advantage. She is strong on the puck with her body, uses her body in the shot lanes, and puts pressure on the penalty kill. She makes good drives to the net for shots on goal. Shigwadja shows good anticipation on offensive zone pressure. Grade: B-

Daniella Beaupit #7 (St. Catharines Brock BAA, F, 2027): Beaupit stops and starts, being aggressive on the penalty kill, and applying pressure in the defensive zone. This caused several turnovers and created battles. Grade: B-

Willow Winger #17 (St. Catharines U18 AA, D, 2027): Winger uses her speed on the dump and chase to win pucks. She has a quick release for catch and release in tight areas and a hard, low wrist shot from the bottom of the circle in traffic. Grade: B-

Charlee Rowland #19 (Toronto Aeros U18 AA, D, 2025): Rowland has a quick stick check and lifts sticks. Her passes are smooth and on target, and she hits the stretch. She has a quick, low wrist shot from the point to get pucks deep and through traffic to the net for chances. Rowland is a good skater with good control, protecting the puck. Grade: B-

Kayleigh Digirolamo #23 (St. Catharines U18 AA, F, 2024): DiGirolamo made a good play on the back check, immediately followed by a forecheck. She hustles hard and is a good-sized physical player. She wins draws cleanly and puts the puck on the tape. Grade: B-

Ava Haymes #77 (St. Catharines U18 AA, D, 2025): Haymes looks for the heads-up neutral zone pass. She is strong on the puck to take ice on the penalty kill. She wins draws cleanly to start the play with possession. Grade: B-

Cate Hawkins #98 (St. Catharines Brock BAA, F, 2027): Hawkins effectively uses her reach to control and handle the puck, dangling around defenders and receiving passes on the fly. Her shooting skills are evident, with a low shot from the point that gets through to the net, as well as a good shot in the slot with an effective change of angle to create chances. On the powerplay, she battles to establish a net-front position and actively engages in battles below the red line, showcasing her grit and determination. Her skills make her a valuable asset in both offensive and defensive situations. Grade: C+/B-

Stoney Creek U18AA

Julia Sayej #27 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2027): Julia excels in the faceoff circle, consistently winning battles and maintaining possession. With strong hockey sense and good speed, she has soft hands and effectively cradles passes on her backhand. She retrieves rebounds well and shows strong awareness on the forecheck, reading plays and forcing errors. She’s adept at winning 50-50 pucks and maintains patience and poise while protecting the puck. Defensively responsible, she gets to open space, keeps her head up, and delivers smooth, precise passes. Her speed, agility, and ability to pressure opponents all over the ice lead to turnovers and scoring opportunities. Grade: B+/A-

Ryleigh O’Brien #4 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2026): Ryleigh uses speed to get back and apply pressure on the backcheck. Picks up the open player on the backcheck. Battles at the defensive blue line, wins puck clears zone. Covers the point. Grade: B+

Molly Adams #17 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2026): Molly is strong in the faceoff circle, wins battles, draws pucks cleanly for possession. Aggressive forecheck, forces errors, stole puck for a quick wrist shot on goal. Battles below the red line. Grade: B+

Charlee Love #44 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2027): Charlee has good size and works effectively on the power play, creating openings for teammates. With a long reach, she keeps puck carriers to the outside and uses her active stick on the penalty kill to block shots. She possesses a heavy snapshot with a quick release, even under pressure, and excels at stepping up in the neutral zone to intercept passes for zone entries. Physically strong and mobile, she plays aggressively to clear the net front, maintains good gaps in both the defensive zone and neutral zone, and moves well across the blue line with the puck. Her smart pinches and hard slap shot further enhance her offensive capabilities. Grade: B+

Nicole Spencer #10 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2027): Nicole is a quick skater with excellent edges, capable of changing direction on a dime. She moves fluidly in and out of space to create scoring opportunities. She applies pressure on the backcheck and effectively gets her stick in passing lanes to intercept pucks, showcasing strong defensive instincts. Nicole demonstrates separation speed and the ability to rush the point, successfully stealing the puck for breakaways. Notably, she capitalized on a turnover against East Moncton, scoring with a low glove wrist shot. She is successful in the faceoff circle, winning draws cleanly to establish possession and initiate offensive plays. Nicole battles effectively along the boards in the offensive zone, consistently winning pucks and maintaining possession for her team. Nicole is an energetic and skilled player with the speed and hockey sense to impact the game significantly. Her ability to pressure opponents, win faceoffs, and create offensive opportunities makes her a key player. Grade: B

Hunter Burch #19 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2027): Hunter uses her size effectively to take the body and win battles along the boards, protecting the puck with her frame. She Makes accurate passes, showcasing her ability to distribute the puck effectively and set up teammates for scoring opportunities. Hunter demonstrated her scoring ability by stepping inside the blue line and sniping a snapshot to the top glove against East Ottawa, highlighting her offensive instincts. A powerful skater with great anticipation, allowing her to backcheck effectively in the offensive zone, Hunter excels at stealing the puck and changing direction to create scoring opportunities. Hunter provides solid support in the defensive zone, contributing to team defense and maintaining positioning. Grade: B

Ashlyn Armstrong #21 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2026): Ashlyn always keeps her head up, allowing her to find seams and make flat, accurate passes right on the tape. She moves the puck smoothly with her partner, facilitating effective transitions and maintaining possession. Ashlyn makes intelligent puck distribution decisions on the power play, walking the line to find lanes for her strong slap shot and delivering powerful one-timers on net. She reads the play well, intercepting breakout passes and pushing plays to the outside using her stick effectively in passing lanes. Ashlyn aggressively closes gaps on opponents, demonstrating a strong commitment to defensive responsibilities. She is a strong, mobile skater who moves well across the blue line with the puck, enabling her to create offensive opportunities while maintaining solid defensive positioning. Grade: B

Carys Colwill #23 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2026): Carys crisp cross-ice passes on the tape in the neutral zone. Flat first pass on the tape to start the breakout. Patient with the puck and keeps her head up. Fires a hard-low wrist shot from the point on net. Grade: B

Lily Farago #74 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2026): Makes a smart boards pass in the neutral zone to hit the breaking winger. Passes are smooth and accurate on the powerplay. Fires a quick, hard low snapshot from the point on the powerplay. Grade: B

Sophie Dedobbelaer #79 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2027): Good speed. Controls and handles the puck with poise. Applies pressure on the backcheck. Covers for defense. Provides good defensive coverage and support. Grade: B

Allison Gauley #83 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2026): Gauley actively jumps up to join the attack, demonstrating a strong offensive instinct. She effectively takes the puck to the net for wraparounds and scoring chances. She exhibits a hard wrist shot from the point, providing a strong offensive option on the power play. Her good size and long reach allow her to step around opponents and gain space for shots, making her a threat from the blue line. Gauley uses her long reach effectively to push plays wide and break up passes, disrupting opponents’ offensive efforts. She plays hard along the boards, battling for puck possession and maintaining pressure in the offensive zone. Gauley is Quick and mobile, and she can maneuver effectively in both offensive and defensive zones, allowing her to react swiftly to changing situations. Gauley is a dynamic defenseman with a strong blend of size, speed, and offensive capability. Her ability to join the rush and utilize her reach effectively makes her a valuable asset on the ice. Grade: B

Sophia Gosselin #88 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, F, 2025): Gosselin is strong in the faceoff circle, consistently winning battles and drawing pucks cleanly to start with possession. She maintains effective support with her center. She is very fast and skilled at handling the puck, she can carry it effectively through the neutral zone and into the offensive zone. Sophia makes intelligent choices at both blue lines, ensuring the team maintains possession while creating scoring opportunities. She brings a relentless energy to the game, constantly working to create chances and pressure opponents. Grade: B

Abigail Ste. Croix #8 (Stoney Creek Sabres U18 AA, D, 2027): Abigail makes smart puck distribution decisions on the powerplay. Moves the puck smoothly back and forth with her partner. Fires a hard snapshot from the point, through traffic and to the net for chances. Grade: B-

Stratford U18AA

Victoria Campbell #4 (Stratford U18 AA, F, 2025): Campbell is an agile and skilled skater with strong puck control and possession skills while moving up the ice. She demonstrates excellent positioning and awareness in the defensive zone, effectively blocking shots by getting into the shooting lanes. In the offensive zone, Campbell is creative with her puck handling, successfully deking around defenders and finding open space in the slot for high-quality scoring chances. Her vision and playmaking ability are evident with accurate tape-to-tape passes, creating scoring opportunities, such as her precise setup to a teammate near the hashmarks. Campbell combines her skating, positioning, and offensive creativity to make impactful plays on both ends of the ice. Grade: A-

Kiara McGregor #9 (Stratford U18 AA, F, 2025): McGregor consistently positions herself in optimal scoring areas, unleashing powerful shots on net. During a recent play, she demonstrated her skill by scoring with a perfectly executed one-timer from the slot, capitalizing on a well-placed pass, and sending the puck low past the goalie’s blocker. Her stickhandling is impressive, showcasing excellent mechanics that allow her to navigate through defenders with ease. She combines this finesse with a hard wrist shot that has a remarkably quick release, making her a constant threat. As a key player on the power play, she plays a crucial role in her team’s offense, often stepping up to deliver game-changing performances. Grade: B+

Leah McPhee #10 (Stratford U18 AA, F, 2025): McPhee demonstrates impressive back pressure during plays, showcasing her strong awareness on the ice. When transitioning on the rush, she delivers precise backhand passes right onto her teammates’ sticks. In the offensive zone, she has a knack for positioning herself in high-scoring areas, effortlessly capitalizing on rebounds in the slot to find the back of the net. One of her standout moments was a remarkable solo effort, where she skillfully maneuvered past the defender, using her speed to cut across the crease. With a quick flick of her wrist, she reached out to deftly slide the puck past the goalie, aiming high toward the backhand side of the blocker. Her ability to perform under pressure truly highlights her exceptional talent on the ice. Grade: B+

Abigayle Van Bakel #11 (Unknown, F, 2027): Van Bakel approaches the net with her head held high, actively scanning for opportunities to exploit open shooting lanes and facilitate play development. She is a swift skater, skillfully maneuvering on the ice while using her body to shield the puck from opponents, effectively creating space and maintaining possession amidst pressure. Grade: B+

Charlee Gethke #12 (Saugeen Maitland Lightning MAA, D, 2025): Holds the line to keep offensive charge alive. Grade: B+

Maeve Turner #7 (Stratford U18 AA, F, 2025): Turner displayed impressive stickhandling skills as she navigated the ice with remarkable poise and confidence. In the offensive zone, she executed a slick deke around a defender, creating a prime scoring opportunity for herself in the slot. As a defensive player, she demonstrated her intelligence by applying strategic pressure on the opposing defense while they handled the puck. In a standout moment, she skillfully wrested the puck away from a defender, then made a perfectly timed centering pass that threaded through multiple sticks, setting up a brilliant chance for her teammates to score. Grade: B

Jaden Greenlee #16 (Stratford U18 AA, D, 2025): Greenlee is a smooth transitional skater with strong puck control and effective movement through the neutral zone, working well with her defensive partner to generate breakouts and regroup plays. She demonstrates good poise with the puck, making tape-to-tape outlet passes and maneuvering past opponents on the rush. Greenlee also brings an element of deception to her game, using fakes to create space and advance up the ice for scoring opportunities. However, she could improve her straight-line skating speed, as her lack of quickness sometimes makes her susceptible to losing possession under pressure. Additionally, her passing accuracy could be refined, as she occasionally misses simple tape-to-tape passes on breakouts. With some improvement in her speed and consistency in her passing, Greenlee has the potential to elevate her game significantly. Grade: B

Callie Aldridge #1 (Stratford U18 AA, G, 2027): Aldridge tracks well to the glove and holds. She slides into position and deflects pass-out attempts to stop scoring opportunities. Her quick stick poke checked the puck away as the player attempted to pull her across the crease. Grade: B

Megan Graham #3 (Cambridge Roadrunners U15 AA, F, 2027): Graham is a quick and agile player who can outpace opponents on the outside and consistently wins puck battles thanks to her active feet and strong effort. She is particularly active around the net, creating chaos for opposing defenders. We look forward to seeing her stickhandling mechanics improve as the season progresses, as her puck control tends to be somewhat choppy. Grade: B-

Emma Grey #20 (Stratford U18 AA, D, 2025): Grey moves the puck well with her partner through the neutral zone with accurate passing. Grade: B-

Charlotte Richardson #17 (Unknown, F, 2027): Richardson is positionally sound, effectively covering the point and making smart pinches along the boards to regain puck possession. She showcased excellent playmaking ability with a fantastic backhand saucer pass over two sticks, setting up a one-on-one opportunity down the ice for her teammate. However, she can be slow entering the offensive zone at times, which has occasionally led to her losing puck possession due to not being assertive enough in maintaining control or lacking the quickness to evade opponents. With improvements in her speed and intensity in puck handling, Richardson could become a more reliable presence in offensive transitions. Grade: C+/B-

Ella Boersma #15 (Stratford U18 AA, D, 2025): Boersma is an assertive player who confidently jumps into the play, especially on the powerplay where she slides into the backdoor to create scoring opportunities. She has the ability to make effective offensive rushes, generating open space for herself to take shots, though she could improve her wrist shot accuracy to capitalize on these chances. Defensively, Boersma occasionally struggles with puck distribution, as seen in a recent turnover in her own zone that led to a shot attempt. Additionally, her slapshot lacks power and could benefit from improvement. Despite these areas for growth, Boersma’s confidence and offensive awareness make her a dynamic presence on the ice. Grade: C+

Kylin Wilson #19 (Stratford U18 AA, D, 2027): Wilson gets pucks on net from the point, low and driven meant to create rebounds. She has a strong stick and recovers defensively well on bouncing pucks. She has the quickness and reach to stick check oncoming forwards and is balanced down low to knock pucks loose and create turnovers in the defensive zone.

Sudbury U18AA

Leah Salo #9 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2027): Salo has an active stick on the forecheck. She has great edge work that made her turn quickly away from forecheckers. She is always looking for open ice. A shifty player with good hands and size to make her a force on both ends. She does well at using her speed and agility to gain time and space with the puck to shoot or dish it off to a teammate. She can attack the defence from different angles and uses crossovers and puck misdirection to gain space to operate at high speeds. Her skating allows her to be first to pucks and make calculated moves toward the net when she gets it. Grade: B+

Makayla Dunn #6 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2026): Dunn is a speedy forward who is a threat with the puck, aggressively challenging the defence with her speed and puck control. She has the ability to win puck battles down low and recover well on defence often making well timed stick checks to stop the opposing breakout. Also, a willing passer, she made a nice move at the blue line to break in and made a nice drop-back pass to drive to the net for a rebound. Grade: B

Rylee Morris #8 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, D, 2025): Morris is a very quick defender with an offensive skillset to make her a threat with the puck. Is smart with the puck and doesn’t force the play into traffic, and can also uses the boards to launch a breakout and get down ice. She accelerates through the gaps in the defence as she breaks out the puck with head up crossovers and her head up. Grade: B

Gabrielle Cholette #15 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2027): Cholette has an aggressive net front presence. She uses her body to gain position, and take the goalies eyes away. She is a puck hungry forward, and can always be found around the puck when she is on the ice. Grade: B

Joely Angus #16 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2027): Angus is a good skater and can drive well to the net. She tipped on a goal in front of the net on a great play from the defender. She is a speedy forward who can gain the zone using puck control and shielding. She can beat the defence wide and cut inside to get a nice snapshot off almost scoring hitting the post. Grade: B

Reese Williamson #4 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2026): Williamson is a feisty player who plays her position and fills gaps well, probes for open space to become available facing the puck. She works hard on the forecheck and wins puck battles with a strong stick and active feet. Grade: B-

Gabrielle Foreshew #17 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, F, 2026): Foreshew has a powerful snap shot from the half wall that hit the net. Grade: B-

Ryann Chevrier #24 (Sudbury Lady Wolves U18 AA, D, 2027): Chevrier made a great play by taking the open ice she saw to advance the play. She skated the puck end to end for an offensive chance for Sudbury. Grade: B-

Team Illinois U16

Mickey O’Malley #93 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2027): O’Malley consistently reads the play to keep herself in good position. She has good acceleration which allows her to show how fast she is. Her compete level is elite for her age, she always wants to be first on the puck and always battles for loose pucks. She has good accurate passes but they need slight improvement. Her body positioning in every zone is great, especially in the offensive zone where she sneaks into the quiet areas to get good chances. There is no slack in her game, she gives 100% on every shift even if she is exhausted. She always makes herself an offensive option on every rush. Overall, she is a elite player who has unlimited potential. Grade: A

Chloe Ariens #5 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2027): Snapped a rocket one-timer past the goalie for a powerplay goal against Durham West. Grade: B

Olivia Vertucci #18 (Team Illinois U16, D, 2027): Curls to escape pressure, controls and maintains possession of the puck. Good awareness of what is happening and who is on the ice. Grade: B

Kendra Hyser #24 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2026): Hyser’s anticipation skills are great to see for her age, always has her eyes on the puck but reads the play at the same time. Her fast acceleration and speed allow her to pressure effectively on the forecheck. Some things that can be improved but will be with practice are covering for teammates and consistent effort on the backcheck. She has good defensive zone body positioning. Overall, she is a good player for her age, she will keep improving as she plays. Grade: B

Neve Johnston #25 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2027): Johnston backchecks well with quick and efficient speed. Her play in the defensive zone is underrated. She consistently provides good positioning and battles for those loose pucks. Her compete level makes her tough to play against as she won’t give up. She can pass the puck well for her age. Grade: B

Annie Chen #29 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2027): Chen leverages her speed effectively to get in quickly on the forecheck, consistently applying pressure on opposing defenders. She is strong in the faceoff circle, winning draws cleanly to help her team maintain possession. On the powerplay, Chen displays a hard one-timer slapshot, creating scoring opportunities from her off-wing position. Her playmaking skills are evident with smart board passes and heads-up plays. Defensively, Chen exhibits strong positioning, solid coverage, and control, ensuring stability in her end. She made a smart play from the off-wing faceoff dot, executing a precise tape-to-tape pass to set up the second goal against Durham West. A dependable and intelligent playmaker, Chen combines speed, awareness, and defensive responsibility to impact both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Sophia Berg #44 (Team Illinois U16, F, 2026): Berg applies good pressure on opponents to create turnovers. She receives and cradles passes smoothly. She protects the puck well with her good stickhandling abilities. Her speed is good for her age. Shot has good strength and accuracy, but she needs to be patient with it and not rush it. It can be seen that she is a leader on the team. Her battling along the boards needs to be a little better. In time, as she continues to practice the small things, she will improve those skills. Grade: B

Sage Ruback #82 (Team Illinois U16, G, 2026): Ruback is calm and focused between the pipes. She tracks the puck well and plays at the top of the crease. She shows strong lateral movement, battles in scrambles, and recovers quickly to face rebounds. Ruback makes big, timely saves to keep the team in the game. Grade: B

Sierra Southcott #13 (Team Illinois U16, D, 2027): Hard, low wrist shot from the point. Grade: B-

Reagan McQuaid #14 (Team Illinois U16, D, 2027): Quick stick check to cause turnovers in the defensive zone. Grade: B-

Thunder Bay Queens U18AA

Shayla Koski #8 (Unknown, D): Koski is a good skater and takes ice well with the puck. she moves the puck well and doesn’t waste time to keep the puck on her stick when she is being pressured. Koski reads plays well and reads the NZ well on the PK to pinch off players along boards. She is smart with a good pinch and is aggressiveness in the O zone along the blue line with her partner. Great shot from the point. Grade: B+

Kali Bragnalo #9 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2025): Bragnalo under handles puck very well and has a great shot. She works hard in corners to win the battles, especially on the PP. She provides good support in the O zone and reads the play well to pressure, and makes good give-and-go type plays. in the D zone, she is aggressive on the PK. Bragnalo uses a lot of stick work picking up, winning battles and making smart heads up plays. Grade: B+

Kiera Stokaluk #10 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2025): Stokaluk is highly effective in the offensive zone, demonstrating confidence and excellent puck control during cycles down low. Her puck protection skills are strong, allowing her to make smart drives to the net and create scoring opportunities. With great hands, Stokaluk is adept at cycling the puck behind the net and setting up goals through quick, accurate passes. She also showcases a powerful slapshot, which she effectively used during a 1v1 situation upon entering the offensive zone. Stokaluk’s open-ice speed enables her to reach loose pucks quickly, keeping the play alive and maintaining offensive pressure. Her positional awareness is notable, as she consistently places her stick in passing lanes and anticipates the play well. She displayed her creativity and hockey IQ with a clever goal, shooting the puck off the goalie’s back from behind the net. Stokaluk plays a strong all-around game, balancing offensive drive and positional responsibility. Grade: B+

Addison Chown #6 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2026): Chown is strong on the puck, and wins battles on the boards by using her body. She works to get the puck out on the breakout. She protects the puck well with her body to keep control, and follows up her plays and shots to the net in case of a rebound. Grade: B

Shayla Stokaluk #15 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2027): Stokaluk is a fast, agile player with impressive acceleration and a second gear, which she utilized effectively on a breakaway and in 1v1 situations. Her skating mechanics are excellent, as she uses crossovers to gain momentum and separate from defenders. With strong hands and shifty, deceptive edge work, Stokaluk demonstrates high-level skill and creativity, often making clever moves to open up shooting lanes. Notably, she employed a well-executed fake shot to gain a better angle while entering the offensive zone. Her aggressive style shines on both the powerplay and penalty kill, where she drives hard to the net and competes relentlessly. On the PK, Stokaluk is quick to win foot races to loose pucks, maintaining pressure on the opposition and pushing the play up ice. Her net drives are purposeful, as she crashes for rebounds with strength and intent. Stokaluk’s all-around game combines speed, skill, and an aggressive mindset, making her a constant offensive threat and a hardworking penalty killer. Grade: B

Mackenzie Kostiuk #16 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2025): Kostiuk worked the cycle down low in O-zone well to maintain the puck and pressure, using good puck shielding and chipping along the boards. Grade: B

Peyton Borton #17 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, D, 2026): Borton has good movement along the blue line in O-zone, and on the PP. She has a good shot from point that makes it to net for opportunities. Grade: B

Siena Ricciardi #19 (Unknown, F): Ricciardi has good hands and is good at carrying the puck into the offensive zone. She skates well and has good control of the puck. Ricciardi has great anticipation and supports the play off puck well. She is a threat with the puck due to her combination of size, speed, and agility with the puck. She is a fierce forechecker and utilizes her frame and balance to often win corner puck battles and center the puck to open teammates. She has a strong stick defensively and knocks pucks loose with an active stick. She can carry the puck up ice and through traffic effectively using her eyes and moving feet to gain advantages. Grade: B

Mya Steele #20 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2025): Steele has a strong cycle in the O zone. She uses stops and starts and escape moves very fluently with good skating and edgework. Steele is a big and aggressive player. Grade: B

Edelweiss Price #21 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, F, 2025): Price has good anticipation and good reads on the PK.  This lead her to pick off a pass and get it deep in O-zone while on the PK. Grade: B

Emma Darosa #11 (Thunder Bay Queens U18 AA, D, 2025): Darosa has great movement on the blue line and stays active with her partner for o-zone opportunities. She makes good heads up plays and smart passes. She had a strong shot from the point and scored. Grade: B-

Toronto Aeros U18AA

Sloane Fine #86 (Burlington Barracudas U18 AA, F, 2027): Fine is a tall and agile defenseman who demonstrates good speed, allowing her to carry the puck effectively up ice and behind the net. She is capable of breaking in on her own at high speed, often beating defenders with her agility and quick decision-making. Fine’s solid puck instincts enable her to position herself well defensively, especially off turnovers, allowing her to quickly regain possession. She exhibits strong stick work, timing her stick checks effectively to win back possession and make pressure-relieving passes. Fine has quick hands and a nice dangle inside the blue line allowing her to create scoring opportunities, including high-quality chances against goalies. She shows the ability to shoot effectively, with a particular knack for finding the top glove corner. Fine maintains good balance and body position, protecting the puck effectively against opposing players, while utilizing her height and reach to her advantage, both defensively and in forechecking situations. Sloane is a promising defenseman with a unique combination of speed, puck-carrying ability, and strong defensive skills. Her ability to contribute offensively while maintaining a solid defensive game makes her a valuable asset to her team. Grade: B+

Jaelyn Mundy #8 (Etobicoke Dolphins U15AA, D, 2028): Mundy is very quick, head always up, Good body position in d-zone. tight gaps. smart aggresive pinches. Nice dangles to beat D. Nice slap pass from point to net side for PP goal. Grade: B

Adelaide Doctorow #9 (North York Storm U15AA, D, 2027): Doctorow is a dynamic player with a relentless forecheck and strong defensive presence who excels in battles below the red line while contributing significantly on the power play with a hard slapshot from the point. Doctorow’s relentless forechecking ability allows her to pressure opponents effectively, forcing turnovers in the offensive zone. She is strong in battles below the red line, showcasing tenacity and resilience. Doctorow possesses a hard, one-timer slapshot from the point, making her a significant threat during power plays. Her shot gets through traffic with power and accuracy, creating scoring opportunities for herself and teammates. Doctorow operates well at the blue line with excellent puck control, consistently keeping her head up and utilizing crossovers to create time and space for effective plays. Grade: B

Evelyn Papadopoulos #14 (Caledon U18 AA, F, 2027): Papadopoulos is a very quick skater with strong edges, allowing for excellent maneuverability and balance. Her quickness makes her a constant threat in open ice and her ability to win foot races to loose pucks often creates offensive opportunities for her team. Papadopoulos is capable of beating defenders wide with her speed, then cutting inside to make plays or take shots. She excels at receiving the puck on the move, utilizing crossovers and opening her body to face the ice, enhancing her passing and shooting options. Papadopoulos reads the ice exceptionally well, allowing her to anticipate plays and position herself effectively, with a strong ability to make smart decisions quickly, whether to pass, shoot, or drive the net. She has a very effective use of her stick on the forecheck, disrupting opponents’ plays and creating turnovers. Papadopoulos is a dynamic player with exceptional skating skills and offensive awareness. Her ability to read the game and execute plays makes her a valuable asset, particularly in fast-paced situations. Grade: B

Cameron Dickson #17 (Toronto Aeros U18 AA, F, 2026): Dickson uses her speed effectively to go wide, drive the lane, and cut to the net for a quick snapshot. This ability makes her a constant threat in the offensive zone. She demonstrates strong puck-handling skills, making smart passes that contribute to offensive plays. Dickson wins draws cleanly, providing her team with crucial possession and opportunities to control the game off the face-off. She plays a gritty, defensively responsible game, often positioning herself high in the offensive zone to break up multiple plays and shows a strong commitment to backchecking, demonstrating the stamina to recover and support defensively. Dickson is relentless on the forecheck, applying pressure and creating turnovers in the opponent’s zone. She displays a hunger for the puck, moving her feet well to stay engaged in the play and remain a factor in all situations. Grade: B

Lila Warren #68 (Markham- Stouffville Stars BAA, F, 2027): Good size. Uses speed effectively on the backcheck to apply pressure. Wins draws cleanly. Grade: B

Nina Bender #76 (Central York Panthers U15AA, F, 2027): Rushes point, forces error that leads to breakaway. Good speed. Plays physically. Battles in the corners. Grade: B

Kylie McLellan #98 (Clarington Flames BAA, D, 2027): Kylie demonstrates excellent speed and agility, allowing her to carry the puck effectively and outmaneuver defenders. She is capable of taking defensemen wide and driving to the net, creating scoring opportunities with her quickness and puck-handling skills. Kylie demonstrates strong positional awareness in both ends of the ice, contributing defensively while maintaining an offensive threat. Grade: B

Sasha Garrido #0 (Whitby Wolves U18 AA, G, 2025): Recovers quickly to handle rebound attempts. Grade: B-

Toronto Leaside Wildcats U18AA

Sarah Aquilina #77 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, D, 2028): Aquilina is a confident skater who excels at transitioning from defense to offense. Her smooth skating allows her to evade pressure and carry the puck up the ice, often creating offensive rush opportunities. Her ability to make accurate breakout passes and willingness to skate the puck out of danger make her a valuable 200-foot player. Her speed and poise with the puck enhance her effectiveness in all areas of the ice. Grade: A-

Aoife Boyle #2 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, D, 2027): Boyle is a tall, quick defender with great reach, allowing her to break up plays in the neutral zone and create turnovers. She has strong backwards skating strides and is patient when retreating under pressure, ensuring she makes smart breakout passes. Her aggressive pinching in the offensive zone and ability to find shooting lanes make her a versatile defender both defensively and offensively. Additionally, she is effective with her stick on the backcheck, shutting down rushes from opposing forwards. Grade: B+

Chloe Zunn #16 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, F, 2027): Zunn is a high-energy player with impressive skating speed, making her a dangerous outside lane threat, particularly on her quick forecheck on dump-ins. Her quick stickhandling in tight spots in the offensive zone allows Zunn to navigate through defenders and generate passing and shot opportunities. Her speed, combined with her work ethic, consistently puts pressure on opposing defenders, making her effective in offensive situations. Grade: B+

Samantha Wong #18 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, D, 2027): Wong’s strong skating and edgework allow her to move effectively around the ice, particularly when under pressure in her defensive zone. Her composure with the puck is remarkable, as shown in a situation where she spun away from pressure in her defensive zone and chipped the puck out, avoiding a potential turnover. Her confidence in her puck-handling and decision-making under pressure makes her a reliable defender. Grade: B+

Zoe Ordanis #21 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, F, 2027): Ordanis’ defensive awareness is evident in her excellent gap control and defensive positioning. She is quick on her feet, allowing her to skate around opponents while maintaining control of the puck. Ordanis made a notable play by reading the ice well in the offensive zone and delivering a perfect pass to a teammate in the slot for a scoring chance. Her high energy on her forechecks, coupled with her ability to take the puck hard to the net, makes her an offensive threat. She also consistently makes crisp passes, even in tight windows, contributing to her team’s transition game. Grade: B+

Jessica Bao #8 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, D, 2027): Bao is strong and tough in battles to get open space, especially in the offensive zone. Her quickness and ability to handle the puck stand out, allowing her to maintain control through traffic. She also excels in driving the neutral zone without the puck, creating lanes and opportunities for herself and teammates. Grade: B

Kyla Corbett #13 (Mississauga Hurricanes U15AA, F, 2027): Corbett demonstrates solid backwards skating mechanics, which help her maintain good defensive positioning. Her transition from backwards to forwards skating could be enhanced to become quicker which would allow her to keep up with opponents’ rushes. Corbett also possesses and good shot, but can enhance her shot power. Grade: B

Kinsey Faucher #72 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2026): Faucher has great vision and hockey IQ, as demonstrated by her ability to make precise tape-to-tape passes consistently. A standout moment was her perfect neutral zone pass to a teammate, creating a breakaway opportunity for her teammate. Faucher’s playmaking abilities and decision-making set her apart from others, allowing her to generate offensive chances with ease. Grade: B

Liv Schneiderman #84 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats U18 AA, F, 2025): Schneiderman is a fast, aggressive forechecker, using her speed to disrupt opponents’ breakouts. Her quickness puts immediate pressure on opposing defenders, often leading to rushed decisions. Schneiderman also has good awareness in all zones of the ice, knowing where to position herself in order to receive a pass. Grade: B

Devyn Albiani #9 (Toronto Leaside Wildcats BAA, D, 2027): Albiani shows good positioning in the offensive zone, finding opportunities to join the rush and support offensive plays. She is an engaged player, frequently involved in the action and making smart decisions to keep plays alive. Her shot from the point could benefit from more power and a quicker release to increase her offensive threat. While she is effective in many areas, improving the speed of her forward strides would also help her maintain better pace, especially in transition from defense to offense. Grade: C+

Waterloo U18AA

Anushka Jawkar #87 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, F, 2025): Jawkar is a strong skater who confidently carries the puck out of the defensive zone and makes smart, accurate first passes to kickstart offensive plays. She hustles hard on offense, aggressively attacking and applying effective pressure, which helps her team maintain momentum in the offensive zone. Jawkar also provides excellent support on the play, often driving hard to the net to jump into the action and create scoring opportunities. Defensively, she demonstrates good awareness by covering the point and rotating effectively with forwards to maintain blue line coverage. Her combination of puck-carrying ability, hustle, and tactical awareness makes her a valuable asset in both the defensive and offensive zones. Grade: B+

Addison Uhrig #91 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, D, 2025): Uhrig is a high-energy player who consistently stands out with her relentless work ethic and non-stop hustle. She manages the blue line effectively, keeping pucks in the offensive zone and maintaining pressure by winning battles along the boards. Uhrig has a strong net presence, often crashing the net for rebounds and jumping up in the offensive zone as a passing option to create scoring opportunities. Her speed is a valuable asset, allowing her to quickly exit the defensive zone with the puck and gain the attacking end to initiate offensive plays. Uhrig is always buzzing around the ice, making an impact in both the offensive and defensive zones, and her hustle creates numerous chances for her team. A noticeable player every shift, Uhrig’s hard work and dedication help her stand out on the ice. Grade: B+

Brinley Cartier #5 (Waterloo Ravens U15AA, D, 2027): Cartier’s hard slapshot from the point Gets through traffic and to the net for chances. She makes timely pinches, controls the gap to force offsides, and makes tape-to-tape outlet passes. Grade: B

Brooklynn Ahrens #7 (Waterloo Ravens U15AA, F, 2027): Ahrens is a strong, poised player who effectively shields the puck with her body, demonstrating solid puck control and composure under pressure. She is successful in the faceoff circle, drawing pucks cleanly for possession and finding open positions immediately off the draw to create options. Her ability to win battles and secure possession makes her an asset in both ends of the ice. Defensively, Ahrens maintains excellent positioning, often placing her stick in shooting lanes to disrupt the opponent’s play, as demonstrated in the third period when she used both body and stick to block a potential scoring chance. Her reading of the play and strong off-puck support in the offensive zone highlight her high hockey IQ and awareness. Ahrens is reliable, hardworking, and consistently finds ways to contribute on both sides of the puck. Grade: B

Aubrie Martin #11 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, D, 2025): Martin is a physical player with a powerful slapshot, especially effective from the circle on the powerplay, where she drops in to unleash a hard shot. She is not afraid to take the body and plays a gritty, aggressive style, engaging in numerous board pins and physical battles in front of the net. Her active stick checks and quick skating enable her to keep up with fast-paced opponents and maintain defensive coverage effectively. In addition to her physical play, Martin is committed defensively, consistently getting into shooting lanes to block shots and help protect her net. Her combination of physicality, quickness, and defensive commitment makes her a well-rounded player who can impact the game on both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Rhyan Davy #16 (Waterloo Ravens U15AA, D, 2027): Davy is a good skater who applies good offensive pressure and anticipates the play well. She carries the puck out of the zone and takes ice with good speed. Davy surveys the play and dumps the puck into the zone to get deep. Grade: B

Addison Tillich #18 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, F, 2027): Laser snap shot from the point. Grade: B-

Jamie Goodman #1 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, G, 2025): Goodman is a composed and resilient goaltender who excels at challenging shooters at the top of the crease. She consistently holds her ground in high-traffic areas, staying upright to make high saves and effectively freezing body shots to halt play when needed. Her quick legs and flexible butterfly stance allow her to react swiftly, and she plays with confidence by stepping beyond the blue paint to cut angles and stay square to the shooter. Goodman is skilled at setting up pucks when playing them, making it easier for her defense to retrieve them. She demonstrates strong situational awareness, as seen with her BIG glove save on a breakaway, and has excellent battle skills, tracking the puck through traffic and keeping her eyes locked on the play. Her poise and aggressiveness in net make her a dependable presence, especially in intense situations. Grade: B-

Ella Pell #17 (Waterloo Ravens U18 AA, D, 2025): Pell is a solid defender who is not flashy. She is patient in one-on-ones, waits for the puck carrier to commit, and takes the body. Her passes are consistent and precise, as shown when she leads the winger with a flat, hard cross-ice pass. She gets her stick in the passing lanes in the defensive zone to intercept plays.

Kaitlyn Broeckel #25 (Guelph Jr. Gryphons U18 AA, F, 2025): Broeckel is a hardworking, dependable player with a strong, consistent work ethic. Her speed and skating ability make her effective in all three zones, where she always provides support for her teammates. She maintains good awareness by keeping her head up, which allows her to make smart plays and read the ice well. In the offensive zone, Broeckel has a quick-release snapshot with impressive accuracy, especially from the off-wing, which keeps goalies alert and creates scoring threats. She is also successful in the faceoff circle, winning over fifty percent of her draws cleanly to give her team valuable possession. Her combination of speed, offensive skills, and three-zone support makes her a well-rounded, reliable player on the ice.

Whitby Wolves U18AA

Lily Peacocke #25 (Whitby Wolves BAA, D, 2027): Peacocke is a highly effective and composed defender with a strong sense of situational awareness. She demonstrated impressive defensive instincts on a 2v1 rush by blocking a pass attempt, then using her physicality to push an opposing forward away from the puck, eliminating a scoring threat. Her smart, disciplined play even led to her drawing a penalty after the opposing player retaliated. With excellent puck-handling and pivoting skills, Peacocke moves the puck with confidence and vision. She carries the puck smoothly while scanning for open options to set up breakout plays. Close to her net, she shows great patience and poise, using her stickhandling skills to deke opponents and then making precise tape-to-tape breakout passes. Her calm and shifty play style, along with her strong defensive acumen, makes her a reliable presence on the ice. Grade: A-

Austin Littlejohn #27 (Peterborough Ice Kats U18 AA, D, 2026): Littlejohn is a solid defender with strong defensive fundamentals, showing impressive gap control, backwards skating, and defensive awareness. Her active stickwork allows her to disrupt opposing players effectively, as seen when she poked the puck away from a forward on the rush. Her passing is both hard and accurate, especially on breakouts, where she delivers tape-to-tape passes to help her team transition up the ice smoothly. In a high-pressure situation, Littlejohn showcased her commitment and quick thinking by diving to swat the puck away from an opponent who was about to score on an empty net, ultimately allowing her team to regain possession. Her defensive awareness, precise passing, and clutch plays make her a dependable player on the back end. Grade: A-

Julia Zolis #51 (Scarborough Sharks U18 AA, D, 2025): Zolis is a great defender who will always give reliable minutes. Her forward and backward skating is exceptional, as she has great crossovers and powerful strides to maintain good speed to help with her backward skating. Her positioning on the backcheck allows her to maintain a great gap control, always steps up when needed and keeps her opponents to the outside. She goes hard on the offensive forechecker when she goes 1v1 against them. Her puck handling abilities are strong for her age. Passing is a skill she is good at but continues to work at it, giving strong, accurate passes and receiving the puck well with a strong stick. Her awareness is amazing for a defender of her age, always knowing what pressure is coming and how to recover from mistakes. Zolis hustles every shift, plays physically, battling along boards, and gets under your skin if you have the puck. Grade: A-

Danielle McComb #28 (Whitby Wolves BAA, D, 2027): McComb is a smooth and quick skater who excels in both defensive and offensive situations. Her ability to make consistent tape-to-tape passes helps her team effectively breakout of the defensive zone, showcasing her strong puck-handling skills. In her own end, she utilizes good body positioning, making her a formidable presence in front of the net. McComb demonstrates strong gap control in the neutral zone, allowing her to effectively challenge opposing players while maintaining solid positioning. Her skating mechanics, including effective forward and backward strides as well as crossovers, contribute to her agility and speed on the ice. Overall, her combination of skating ability, passing precision, and defensive awareness make her a valuable asset to her team. Grade: B+

Lillian Newmaster #6 (Peterborough, D, 2027): Newmaster collected the puck on her blade smoothly for a quick release wrist shot. Her aggressiveness in front of the net led to a deflection goal vs. Culver that went top left blocker. She is a defender who steps up on opposing forward coming into the defensive zone and puts in high effort to try and get puck off them, using her active stick and physicality to do so. Grade: B

Emily Wallace #11 (Whitby Wolves BAA, F, 2027): Wallace moves her feet well. She had a nice play where she opened up her body to the play and collected the puck close to her body for a quick shot on net above the dots. Grade: B

Hayley Armstrong #19 (Whitby Wolves BAA, F, 2027): Armstrong is a dynamic and skilled forward with impressive hands and a quick first step that allows her to accelerate smoothly and make moves around opponents. She has the agility and confidence to deke through defenders, consistently entering the offensive zone and creating scoring opportunities. Her active stick on the forecheck is effective, as she regularly applies pressure to force turnovers and poke the puck away from defenders. Armstrong draws penalties by driving hard to the net, making her a constant offensive threat. Defensively, Armstrong displays a strong position, breaking up plays and intercepting passes. She’s relentless on faceoffs, battling hard to secure possession for her team. She showcases excellent endurance, maintaining her speed and energy throughout the game without tiring quickly. However, she could benefit from applying a bit more pressure on her opponents in the defensive zone and adding more urgency on the forecheck to recover pucks more aggressively. Overall, Armstrong’s quickness, puck-handling skills, and dedication to her defensive responsibilities make her a valuable asset for her team, contributing in all three zones. Grade: B

Brynn Rice #21 (Rink Academy – Kelowna, F, 2028): Rice is a very quick skater and can handle the puck to gain the offensive zone. She uses her stick angles on the forecheck. Rice scored winning goal with wrist shot from top of circle through a crowd vs Saugeen. Grade: B-

Mackenzie Estabrooks #44 (Toronto Aeros U18 AA, F, 2025): Estabrooks is very fast and wins puck races. Her dump ins are smart and retrievable. She is defensively responsible. Estabrooks used the defender as a screen and raced to get her own rebound. Grade: B-

Windsor U18AA

Payne Oltrop #1 (Windsor U18 AA, G, 2025, Windsor): Oltrop made very good, consistent shoulder saves in close, such as on a high backhand shot opportunity and on an opponent’s breakaway attempt. Grade: B+

Megan Derbyshire #2 (Southwest Jr. Wildcats): Good battling instincts and effort into battles along the boards in her defensive zone to try retrieve puck. Grade: B

Sophie Brush #25 (Southwest Jr. Wildcats, F, 2025): Drives puck to the middle and slides puck to teammate wide for a scoring opportunity. Quick decisive passes – playmaker. Low, steady strides. Grade: B

Sadie Helgerman #26 (Windsor U18 AA, D, 2026): Helgerman pushes players toward boards away from the middle lane with her strong backward skating, defensive zone positioning, and gap control on forwards. She is a smooth skater who holds the blue line well. Grade: B

Allie Bridgen #27 (Windsor BAA, D/F, 2027): Hard on the forecheck. Quick chips and chase. Not afraid to take the body. Smooth dekes. Grade: B

Addison Minello #96 (Windsor U18 AA, F, 2026): Confident on her edges. Low skater. Plays high F3 role well. Smart chips and chases. Grade: B

Meridith Coulter #10 (Windsor U18 AA, F, 2026): Forechecks hard. Positionally aware. Picks pucks off boards easily. Grade: B-

Allie Thompson #14 (Windsor U18 AA, D, 2026): Patient on breakout. Heads up. Grade: B-

Maysa Rutt #18 (Windsor U18 AA, D, 2026): Good vision – heads up stretch pass. Grade: B-

Jaclyn Weston #62 (Windsor U18 AA, F, 2026): She is a hard worker. Supports plays well. Tracks well. Grade: B-

Windy City Storm U16

Alexis Russell #11 (Windy City U16, D, 2027): Russell has good size and a long reach. She made a Smart boards pass to herself to go around the forechecker to get the puck out of the defensive zone. She drives to the net, cuts by the defender, protects the puck, and gets pucks on goal. Russell is a confident skater who plays heads-up hockey, drops a shoulder to spin off players, and shoulder checks regularly. Grade: B

Isabella Wolfe #17 (Team Illinois U14, D, 2027): Wolfe is a reliable defender who consistently gets into shooting lanes to block shots and limit scoring chances. Her speed and control allow her to carry the puck out of the defensive zone with poise, keeping her head up to find openings and make smart plays. Wolfe demonstrates good puck management at pace, which makes her a smooth and confident puck carrier. Offensively, Wolfe gets pucks to the net effectively from the point, using a hard, low wrist shot and a quick snapshot to create rebound opportunities. She also makes smart passes along the boards, allowing her forwards to skate onto the puck in stride. Wolfe holds the blue line well and takes strong defensive angles to contain opposing players. Her aggressive playstyle enables her to take away time and space quickly, making her a challenging opponent. Overall, Wolfe’s combination of speed, smart positioning, and offensive awareness makes her a key contributor in both ends of the ice. Grade: B

Ella Walbert #28 (Windy City U16, F, 2027): Walbert made a hard backcheck through the middle of the ice where she caught up to the player on a breakaway, and they weren’t able to get a shot off. She causes turnovers in the defensive zone with an active stick. Grade: B

Althea Kochowicz #71 (Windy City U16, F, 2027): Kochowicz carried the puck into the zone while being pressured and didn’t get the puck taken away, then made an accurate pass to D at the blue line. Nice handles to get to the middle and get shot off. Dumps and chases hard. Grade: B

Jilliyn Yung #85 (Windy City U16, F, 2028): Yung is a low, sturdy skater with good speed who stays on the puck. She drives hard to the net and gets pucks on goal. She wins faceoff battles for possession and plays the body efficiently. Grade: B

Juliet Drake #22 (Windy City U16, G, 2027): Drake gets square to the shooter and steers rebounds to safe areas. She stopped a breakaway in the last two minutes of the game against Belleville. Grade: B

Addison Carlstrom #7 (Windy City U16, D, 2026): Carlstrom is a smooth skater with good quickness. She can change directions quickly. She plays good gaps. She makes nice up ice passes and made a quick pass in neutral zone to her teammate with her head up. Grade: B-

Kate Kelly #8 (Windy City U16, D, 2027): Kelly is a tall, mobile player with impressive quickness and agility, using her long reach effectively to keep opposing players to the outside and limit their scoring chances. She can confidently carry the puck out of trouble in her own zone, showcasing her puck-handling skills and composure under pressure. Kelly holds the blueline strong, is willing to block shots, and is unafraid to step up in the neutral zone to intercept passes and cause turnovers. Her wrist shot from the point is both hard and quick, creating scoring opportunities when she gets pucks through traffic. With smooth hands, Kelly handles the puck skillfully, although her upright skating stance sometimes makes her susceptible to being knocked off the puck in physical battles. Overall, her blend of reach, mobility, and defensive awareness makes her an impactful player, especially in keeping the play structured in her team’s favor. Grade: B-

Natalia Lanam #9 (Windy City U16, F, 2028): Lanam is a smooth skater with nice hands when cutting to the middle and a powerful wrist shot. She grabbed a rebound in a scramble to jam it home for a well-earned goal against Belleville. Grade: B-

Brooklyn Ulleweit #14 (Windy City U16, F, 2028): Ulleweit has good size and a long reach. She drives to net, cuts by the defender, protects the puck, and gets pucks to the net. Grade: B-

Georgia Feezor #25 (Windy City U16, F, 2028): Takes good angles. Keeps body in shooting lane in DZ. Grade: B-

Annie Benson #47 (Windy City U16, D, 2027): Pinches successfully. Gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots. Grade: B-

Lily Vanselow #52 (Windy City U16, F, 2026): Vanselow is very quick with good edges and can handle the puck. She sees the ice well and has good vision when passing in the offensive zone. She is aggressive on the forecheck. She is a stops and starts player. Grade: B-

Keira Barr #97 (Windy City U16, F, 2026): Barr is a quick and physical player who takes smart angles on the forecheck, effectively pressuring opposing defenders and creating opportunities for turnovers. She has soft hands, allowing her to handle the puck smoothly and receive passes quietly. Barr makes herself available in the neutral zone, positioning herself well to become a passing option and support the transition. In offensive scenarios, she demonstrates good body positioning to receive passes, especially in situations like a 2-on-1. She’s an offensive threat, hitting the post twice in recent play, and often chooses to skate the puck into the offensive zone herself. However, one area for improvement is her consistency in keeping her feet moving, as she sometimes slows down, affecting her momentum and pace. Overall, Barr’s speed, physicality, and smart positioning make her a valuable asset on the ice, though maintaining consistent movement would further enhance her impact. Grade: B-

Catherine Messersmith #6 (Windy City U16, D, 2027): Good body position 1v1. Pinches hard.

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Rio Pierre #9 (Winnipeg Avros, F, 2026, Robert Morris): Pierre uses her speed effectively to carry and rush the puck deep into the offensive zone. She finds soft spots in offensive zone to maintain possession of the puck. The ‘26 has quick, soft hands, dangling past multiple players in the neutral zone, and winning draws cleanly to start the play with possession. She is quick on loose pucks off the draw. Defensively, Pierre gets in the shooting lanes and blocks shots in five on three penalty kills. She shows other physical components in her game with strong battles in the corners and net front to tip pucks. Her quick release with her snapshot challenges goalies and creates chances. On the forecheck, she is frequently first to the puck and makes the pass on the tape to an incoming linemate. As F2, she provides support gets the turnover. Pierre controlled and handled the puck in tight to cut to the net and snipe a wrist shot low glove to tickle the twine against North Bay. Grade: B+

Cali Lavallee #8 (Winnipeg Avros, D, 2027): Lavallee forechecks aggressively on the penalty kill to force errors and cause turnovers. She battles below the redline and wins pucks. The ‘27 uses her speed and long reach effectively to drive the net for a crafty deke. Lavallee drove the right wing to rip a wrist shot low glove and light the lamp against North Bay, demonstrating her scoring prowess. Grade: B

Robyn Klassen #14 (Winnipeg Avros, F, 2026): Klassen’s quick, high energy is demonstrated every time she is on the ice. her quick hands show in her success in the faceoff circle. She wins more than fifty percent cleanly to her teammates to start the play with possession. She reads the play in the offensive zone and intercepts the breakout pass attempt. Defensively, the ‘26 gets into position to provide good coverage and support. She rushes the point on the penalty kill and uses her active stick to disrupt plays. Grade: B

Liberty Aime #17 (Winnipeg Avros, F, 2025): Aime’s separation speed lets her rush the point, steal pucks, and pull away from defenders to drive the lane and rip wrist shots on net. Her quick release with her snapshot challenges goalies and creates opportunities. She reads the play on the forecheck to intercept breakout pass attempts. Grade: B

Avery Shortridge #18 (Winnipeg Avros, D, 2025): Shortridge is a player with good size and uses it effectively to manage the blue line. She keeps the play alive by getting pucks deep into the offensive zone and maintaining pressure on the opposing defense. Her offensive abilities from the point are highlighted by her hard slapshot, which consistently makes its way through traffic to create scoring chances. In addition, she also has a quick snapshot from the point, adding versatility to her offensive game. Shortridge’s ability to handle the blue line and generate chances from the point makes her a key asset. Grade: B

Samantha Cunningham #3 (Winnipeg Avros, D, 2025): Cunningham, a fast skater, plays physically and takes the body. She shows good edge work and puck control as she curls quickly to escape pressure and make a smooth outlet pass to her partner. Her first pass is flat and, on the tape, to start the breakout to exit the zone. Grade: B-

Sydney Haggart #10 (Winnipeg Avros, F, 2025): Haggart has good size and plays physically. She wins battles and takes the puck to the net to create chances. Her speed allows her to get to open ice for zone entries, forecheck, and scoring opportunities. Grade: B-

Jenna Turner #15 (Winnipeg Avros, D, 2026): Turner uses her good size to her advantage, battling for pucks in the corners. She gets pucks to the net with a low, hard wrist shot from the point for the forwards to tip. Her puck movement with her partner is smooth and efficient to escape pressure, regroup, and create space for shots on goal. She reads the play and steps up in the neutral zone to intercept passes. Grade: B-

Selene Wozney #19 (Winnipeg Avros, F, 2025): Wozney is a dynamic two-way player who shows strong commitment at both ends of the ice. Defensively, she rushes the point to block shots, providing key shot-blocking support to her team. When transitioning to offense, Wozney demonstrates great puck protection by shielding the puck to make clean passes, before driving hard to the net for a give-and-go play. She keeps her feet moving, battling through defenders to maintain possession and contribute to offensive plays. Wozney is also effective around the net, getting into a good position to deflect point shots and create opportunities from in close. Her tenacity, awareness, and drive make her a valuable presence on both sides of the puck. Grade: B-

Evy West #21 (Winnipeg Avros, D, 2025): West utilizes her good size effectively, especially when stepping around defenders to create space and release a quick snapshot on goal, generating scoring chances. Her offensive instincts allow her to be a constant threat, particularly when she pinches successfully to keep the play alive in the offensive zone. Defensively, West excels with her quick stick, using it to strip puck carriers of possession and deny opposing chances. Her ability to time her pinches and relieve pressure from attackers helps her maintain offensive momentum while staying defensively responsible. Her combination of size, offensive awareness, and defensive skill make her a versatile and impactful player. Grade: B-