UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers to play four games in Europe

The UPEI Women’s Hockey Panthers are heading to Europe to play four games in three countries from August 19–30, 2024.

The team will play their first game against HYC in Leuven, Belgium, on August 23. Their second game will be against the Bergish Raptors in Geleen, Netherlands, on August 24, and their third and fourth games against the Icelandic National Team in Reykajavik, Iceland, on August 28 and 29. 

Head coach Sean Fisher said that the trip, which has been in the works for a year and a half, is an important team-building and cultural opportunity for the players as they begin their new season. 

“This is the first time that our team has done a European tour,” he said. “It’s a great opportunity for our athletes to showcase their skills on an international stage, should they decide to explore professional hockey after they finish at UPEI.”

The group of almost 50, including athletes, staff, and fans, will also visit Amsterdam, Bruges, and Paris. 

To help cover the expenses of this exciting opportunity, the team is hosting a sold-out golf tournament at Fox Meadow Golf Course in Stratford on August 16. The title sponsor for the event is Fox Meadow Golf Course, and the main message for the day is “Women Leaders of Today Supporting Women Leaders of Tomorrow.” The objective is to promote gender equality and empowerment of women, emphasizing the support and mentorship among female leaders. It showcases the idea of women supporting each other and working together to uplift and inspire future generations of women leaders.

Go Panthers Go!