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A new season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League kicked off in Lowell on Sunday

A new season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League kicked off in Lowell on Sunday

(Photo courtesy of Boston Fleet Athletics) “Fleet goalie #31 Aerin Frankel makes a save en route to a shutout in the regular season opener.” Jason Cooke Connector Editor Hosting the Montréal Victoire at the Tsongas Center, the Boston Fleet dropped the puck on its 30-game season last Sunday. The Fleet is embarking on its third

Women’s hockey is now professional

The National Women’s Hockey League is the first paid professional hockey league for female players. (Courtesy photo) Alexa Hyde Connector Contributor Have you ever dreamt of playing a professional sport? For female hockey players, this dream is finally becoming a reality. This past weekend saw a notable day for both hockey and for female athletes