PWHL to stage two games at Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre this season

Halifax’s Jill Saulnier is a forward with the PWHL’s Boston Fleet, who will face the Ottawa Charge in a Jan. 11 game at the Scotiabank Centre. – SUPPLIED BY THE PWHLArticle contentThe Professional Women’s Hockey League is coming to Halifax, at least for a couple of visits.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe growing league announced on Monday there will be two neutral-site games at the Scotiabank Centre this season, starting with the Montreal Victoire against the Toronto Sceptres on Dec. 17. The Ottawa Charge and Boston Fleet will also face off on Jan. 11.Article contentArticle content“We are so excited to welcome the PWHL to the Scotiabank Centre,” Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said in a video announcement.Article contentArticle content“Nova Scotians love their hockey and there’s real excitement about seeing some of the best players in the world right here at home in Halifax. We are the perfect location for this incredible moment in women’s hockey and I know Nova Scotians will come together, pack the rink and give the players a welcome that they will never forget.Article content“To all the teams, the players and the fans, welcome to Halifax, you’re going to feel the energy and pride that this city is known for. We can’t wait to see you hit the ice. Good luck, enjoy the moment and know that the entire province of Nova Scotia is cheering you on.”Article contentThe two games are part of the PWHL Takeover Tour, which is a 16-game neutral-site showcase series around North America. In addition to Halifax, there will be stops in Calgary, Chicago, Dallas, Hamilton, Washington, Winnipeg, Denver, Detroit, Edmonton and Quebec City.Article contentArticle content“Scotiabank Centre is thrilled to welcome the PWHL to the Atlantic region for the first time,” Scotiabank Centre executive vice-president Suzanne Fougere said in a news release. “The Takeover Tour games build on Scotiabank Centre’s legacy as an event destination and host venue for incredible moments in hockey and sports, and we look forward to collaborating with our partners across the province to create an unforgettable experience for the league and our community.”Article contentBoth head coaches in the first game at the Scotiabank Centre are from Nova Scotia. The Victoire are led by New Glasgow’s Kori Cheverie, and Spryfield’s Troy Ryan coaches the Sceptres. Stellarton’s Blayre Turnbull and Yarmouth’s Allie Munroe play for Toronto, and Halifax’s Jill Saulnier is a forward with the Fleet.Article content“I’m so excited that the Professional Women’s Hockey League has chosen Halifax as one of the Takeover Tour stops,” Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore said in a video message. “The PWHL has taken Canada by storm and I know Haligonians will be out in full force to cheer them on. They’ll join the Mooseheads and the Thunderbirds in bringing their best to the Scotiabank Centre and I know the place is going to be rocking.”