PWHL Expands to Vancouver: A New Era for Women's Hockey
The PWHL adds Vancouver as its first expansion team, with more growth on the horizon.
The PWHL made a significant move on Wednesday by officially announcing Vancouver as its first expansion franchise. This marks a major milestone for the league, which aims to broaden its reach across North America. Vancouver becomes an obvious choice due to various factors like its large corporate base, growing youth hockey programs, and existing sports facilities. The yet-to-be named franchise will play at the Pacific Coliseum and practice at the Agrodome. Fan engagement and local officials' interest also played a role. Expansion also brings more opportunities for talent development and coaching staff.
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