Northeast BC Predators to host World Girls’ Ice Hockey weekend festivities

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — The Northeast BC Predators Girls’ Hockey Club has announced plans for the annual World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend.

Founded by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), hockey’s governing body, in 2011, the weekend was designed to promote and introduce girls worldwide to the experience of playing ice hockey.

According to the IIHF’s website, the number of women playing the game globally grew to approximately 229,754 registered players in 2022.

“Women’s ice hockey is one of the fastest growing sports in the world,” a statement from the IIHF website reads. “[In part] thanks to events like this one and similar programs being run in many countries.”

“If you want girls in your area to join in the fun, this is a great and easy way to do so.”

The Northeast BC Predators were founded through the Peace River Minor Hockey Association and currently have representative teams at the U-13, U-15, and U-18 levels.

The U-15 and U-18 squads recently medalled at the Pacific Coast Female Hockey Classic in Richmond in October.

A Facebook post about the weekend promises “fun, on-ice drills and games,” with activities run by representatives of the U-18 squad, ending with a pizza lunch.

Festivities will take place from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on November 16th at the Taylor Arena located at 9880 Cherry Avenue West in the District of Taylor.  Full gear will be required to participate.

For further information and how to register, visit the link here.