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PWHL expansion teams in Seattle, Vancouver eager to get inaugural seasons underway
Seattle Torrent and Vancouver Goldeneyes, led by star veterans and young talent, ranked first and third in season-ticket sales, set to compete fiercely in their inaugural Professional Women's Hockey League season.
- Vancouver Goldeneyes announced Friday morning they will host the Seattle Torrent in the PWHL expansion-season opener this Friday, with both clubs positioned to compete immediately.
- The PWHL expanded to add Seattle Torrent and Vancouver Goldeneyes to grow the league in strong local markets with heavy fan demand, Amy Scheer said.
- Vancouver named Ashton Bell its first captain after selecting her first overall; the Goldeneyes also designated Sarah Nurse and Claire Thompson as alternates, while Seattle coach Steve O'Rourke praised Hilary Knight and Alex Carpenter's elite experience.
- Vancouver believes its core of Nurse, Thompson, Hannah Miller, and Jenn Gardiner can contend for the Walter Cup, while Seattle expects to field a fast, physical roster as a challenge, not pressure.
- Both clubs built mixed rosters of veterans and young players, and coaches praised an open locker‑room culture that supports rapid integration as the PWHL expands in key markets.
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Vancouver Goldeneyes name defender Ashton Bell first-ever captain
VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Goldeneyes have named Ashton the team's first ever captain. The new Professional Women's Hockey League club made the announcement Friday morning ahead of its inaugural game against fellow expansion side, the Seattle Torrent.
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