April 3, 20101:00 – 4:00 pmGiant CenterHershey, PA

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Table of Contents

Schedule………………………………….5

DVCHC History………...……………..6

Caitlin’s Smiles………………………..8

NEW STAR Lightning Ladies….…9

NEW STAR Ava’s Avengers.……19

ALL STAR Awesome Onyx ……..30

ALL STAR Jordan’s Giants…….…45

Autographs…..……………………....62

Thanks…………….…………………....65

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“Giving sick children laughs, hopes and

smiles.”

Thank you to the Hersey Bears for hosting this event.

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1:00 pm – NEW STARS GAMEOur athletes who first started playing in college are a HUGE part of what the DVCHC is about: determination, love of the game and opportunity for all women to play.

1:30 pm – COACHES DEATH BOWLOur volunteer coaches are an under-appreciated and essential part the DVCHC. So we thought, "Why not give them a real shot at serious injury?“

2:00 pm – All STAR GAMEWhether she grew up playing in VA or hails from CA, our league's 250+ women are eclectic, diverse and hella talented. 32 of our best take the ice to represent them all.

3:30 pm – DVCHC AWARDS SHOWThe season’s best athletes from all teams are recognized and take the mic, plus the Caitlin’s Smile gang takes to ice. Lots of fun in 30 min!

7:00pm – HERSHEY vs SYRACUSE !!

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All-Star Schedule

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The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) announced the creation of the first national organization for women's collegiate, non-varsity ice hockey. Fourteen clubs signed up and never looked back.

Following that 2000-2001 season's success, the Delaware Valley Collegiate Hockey Conference (DVCHC) took notice. Founded in 1971, the DVCHC was (and still is) a well-respected regional hockey league with a tradition of admitting teams that were members of the ACHA. Organizing the area's ACHA women's teams was a bold but logical next step. In 2002 the DVCHC's newly formed Women's DII division played its first full season, tournament and an All-Star game. Penn State (PA), University of Pennsylvania (PA), University of Maryland (MD), American University (DC) and Drexel University (PA) were the founding teams. That year the veteran "Lady Icers" of Penn State went undefeated, wrapping up a win in the playoffs and a trip to ACHA nationals.

Eight years later the DVCHC Women's DII has continued its tradition of fast-paced, competitive hockey, growing to two divisions, 13 colleges and over 250 female athletes -- the largest ACHA division in the US. The ACHA women's division has also grown to two divisions and boasts a current registration of 48 teams nationwide.

Together the leagues' partnership represents and promotes the highest level of college sportsmanship, competition, and fun both regionally and nationally, and stands in dedicated service to women's hockey around the world.

AUTOGRAPHS!!

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AUTOGRAPHS!!

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In 2000, an 8 year-old named Caitlin passed away after a long fight with cancer.

Her mom, Cheryl, who had brought Caitlin her favorite art supplies every day, now began handing them out to other kids at the hospital who really needed some color, some creativity and a smile.

That kindness has turned into the non-profit, Caitlin's Smiles, which combines art with grins to help dangerously ill and hospitalized children cope with their trauma.

Four of the groups children got together and came up with this years team names. We’re also welcoming 19 volunteers, family members and patients from the group to the game today. They’ll try on pads, meet players, take the ice and more as guests of honor. We’re THRILLED to have them!

If you’d like more information about this organization visit their website http://caitlins-smiles.org.

Please help us welcome our guests of honor: Ashley, Mason, Athenia, Jordan, Amber, Andonia, Patrick, Tara and their families !!!

Superstitions: The right skate goes on before the left.

Fav thing about hockey: No matter how much I play it, it's always a blast.

Good story: My team got back from a weekend trip to Minnesota and we were in Newark airport just beat from the trip. My team mate and I sat in luggage bins and rode around the baggage claim.

Movie: Mrs. DoubtfireMeal: Steak and mashed potatoes.

Can't live without: Ketchup.Won the Lotto: Put it in the bank.

When I grow up: A lawyer.

Advice to kids: Skate hard and have fun.

Thank you: Thanks to my mom for driving me to practice and games for my entire hockey career and taking me to Wisconsin for hockey last week.

My All Star Season: It was our first season in the DVCHC and we had a winning season.

Best part of pro ice: Skating where the bears skate of course.

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# 17Brookside, NJ

Rutgers University Philosophy

Jessie Mills

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The Lightning Ladies(in white)

# 2 – CAROLYN CORDDRY (UDEL) # 5 – KATIE OTANO (NAVY)# 6 – ALANA JO SCHAFER (IUP)# 7 – STEPHANIE FUJIHARA (VILL)

# 8 – EMILY YOX (AU)# 11 – KIMBERLY KOZAK (IUP) # 12 – HANNAH WHITTAKER (SRU)

# 14 – KIMBERLY LOTITO (RUTG)# 15 – ELIZABETH ANN ZIEK (NAVY)# 16 – CASSIE DURAND (UMD)

NEW STARSEach of our New Stars first learned toplay hockey in college. The team name was chosen by Caitlin’s Smiles!

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Superstitions: i have to put my equipment on a certain way everytime

Fav thing about hockey: It's fun and exciting

Meal: steak and potatoes

Can't live without: ice hockey

When I grow up: social worker

Advice to kids: Have fun, give it your all and work as a team

Thank you: Thanks to my teammates for giving it their all this season. Also thanks to parents for coming to all my games and for your support!

# 16Reading, PA

Indiana University of PASociology

Lindsey “Legs”Strause

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Good story: Granny-panty relay races before xmas...mwahahaha

Movie: Cool RunningsMeal: TacosCan't live without: dance partiesWon the Lotto: donate and buy new equipmentWhen I grow up: no idea

Advice to kids: go for it, you won't regret it the second you're on the ice

Thank you: Thanks to my team and coaches for constant support and teaching me everything I know and to my family and friends for their support in everything I do.

I've Learned Since: My very first time on the ice was pretty pathetic and I think the most important thing I learned for hockey is keep those knees bent!

Best part of pro ice: Finally getting the chance to play in a professional arena and get to see what the pro's see when they're playing their game.

# 2Annapolis, MD

University of DelawareWildlife Conservation

Carolyn “CJ”Corddry

First into hockey: I've wanted to play since I was 7, and UD gave me the opportunity the second day I was in college.

Fav thing about hockey: The chance to play a totally new and yet competitive sport in college

Good story: We had the boys team come out to help with practice and we made them all wear pink jerseys.

Movie: 300 or P.S. I Love You

Meal: There are 3: Gram's homemade pierogies and mom's homemade chicken noodle soup and stuffed peppers.

Can't live without: Pongo (my stuffed dalmation I got from my parents when I was 3)

Won the Lotto: Build an ice rink and buy a great dane and a few horses.

When I grow up: Criminal Profiler

Advice to kids: If you want to play college hockey, take it seriuosly. Look into college hockey when your still in high school. Send tapes and try to get your name out there.

Thank you: I want to thank my mom, dad, sister, brother, and boyfriend for all of their love and support. =)

My All Star Season: Cal U moved up to D1, a higher playing level; which was a more exciting and challenging.

Best part of pro ice: It's pro ice; enough said.

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# 15Cape Coral, FL

California University of PA Criminal Justice / Psychology

Tiffany Juha

Fav thing about hockey: When I’m on the ice, all my other daily worries disappear.

I wanted to play, went to the introductory meeting, and went to the first practice. The next weekend, I went home and bought my equipment and have been playing ever since.Fav thing about hockey: The bonds formed with my teammates, on and off the ice. I met some of my best friends thanks to hockey.Good story: Every time I'm with my teammates, there's sure to be laughs. The first time I tried to jump the boards was pretty funny to those around me because I lost steam halfway over and fell back onto the ice, flat on my back. I like to think I've come a long way since then.Movie: Mystery AlaskaMeal: my mom's Shepherd's Pie and my dad's steaks on the grillCan't live without: my family and friendsWon the Lotto: set up college funds for my nephews and niece and donate to the IUP women's team cuz God knows we're broke as a jokeWhen I grow up:: a great wife and mother...everything else is secondaryAdvice to kids: It doesn't matter how skilled you are when you first start. As long as you have the desire to play, you will succeed! Just do it Thank you: My parents -- for letting me play despite the nightmares of broken bones. Patrick and Hammy -- for cheering me on. My teammates over the years -- I wouldn't want to share my memories with anyone but you ladies. We've had many wonderful times, on and off the ice, and I'll miss you all quite terribly when I graduate in May.I've Learned Since: My first time on the ice was a rush. I don't remember who we played or how well I did, but I do remember the butterflies before we got on the ice. Important thing I've learned since then is to always keep my feet moving...although that doesn't always happen.Best part of pro ice: I can't think of a better way to finish my senior year...it'll be a great ending to a great journey :)

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# 6Tabernacle, NJ

Indiana University of PennDisability Services

Alana JoSchafer

First into hockey: I grew up skating and always wanted to give playing hockey a shot, but never did. Freshman year, I got a campus email and one of the announcements was for a women's ice hockey team. I called my parents and told them

Good story: On the way back from an away game, we had what we like to refer to as the "highway food fight". It was an hour long food fight between the two vans on the way home from the game. Mustard, cheez whiz, pretzels, ketchup, you name it, it was thrown.

Movie: Remember the TitansMeal: Homemade Mac & CheeseCan't live without: Music Won the Lotto: Buy my dad whatever car he wantsWhen I grow up: Pediatrician or Psychologist

Advice to kids: Listen to your coaches, sharpen your skates often, and don't forget to take off your skate guards...I've done that one before, but most importantly, have fun!

Thank you: My family, friends, team, and coaches! Thanks for all of your support throughout the years!My All Star Season: Our team pretty much made the season, we always had fun and it showed in our overall success for the season.

Best part of pro ice: More room behind the net, possibly?

# 14Chicago, IL

Villanova UniversityUndeclared

Alyssa “Curly”Spratte

Superstitions: Listening to the same playlist, taping my stick before every game.

Fav thing about hockey: It’s fun and clears my mind from everything else while I’m on the ice.

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First into hockey: I grew up going to San Jose Sharks hockey games and from a young age I learned to love the game and everything associated with it. I decided to take lessons when I because it was different and fun. Not many people who grew up in California can say that they played college hockey!

Fav thing about hockey: The intense, fast paced aspect of the game. I like the fact that you can't just walk outside and play ice hockey like you can with football or baseball. It makes it seem more special in a way.

Good story: There are way too many to tell!Movie: Mr. and Mrs. Smith (I know it's cheesy!)Meal: Beef WellingtonCan't live without: MusicWon the Lotto: I would definitely travel and visit both the natural and man-made wonders of the world. It would involve a lot of walking, learning, and eating exotic foods! Then I would go home, buy a car for myself, a house for my parents, and donate the rest.

When I grow up:: I ask myself that every dayAdvice to kids: Start playing! t doesn't matter what age you are just get out there and learn to skate!

Thank you: Thank you to everyone who has supported me from the first hockey class I ever had and now even as I am going to be a part of this new stars game. Thank you parents, family, coaches, teammates, and friends for everything!

I've Learned Since: I think the first ever hockey class I had, I felt both nervous and embarrassed because I was learning to skate with 4 and 5 year olds. I eventually realized from that first class until this day that I have had nothing but support and help from everyone involved in hockey and it has been so rewarding.

Best part of pro ice: Just going out there and having fun with the players from all of the other teams will be a great experience.

# 7San Jose, CA

Villanova UniversityCriminal Justice

Stephanie Fujihara

Superstitions: left skate goes on before the right. always.

Fav thing about hockey: all the nuances of the game

Good story: once my teammate peed in her equipment on the ice.

Movie: i love you man

Meal: mac n cheese, double bacon cheeseburger with hot sauce and bbq sauce, cake, pizza, wawa subs

Can't live without: food

Won the Lotto: travel to europe, season tickets to the bruins, eat at awesome places

When I grow up:: bounty hunter

Advice to kids: do it because you love it, not for anyone else

Thank you: mom and dad, my whole AU team, bryan and emily (and the dogs of course)

My All Star Season: definitely my favorite team of people ever

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# 13Wayland, MA

American University Undeclared

Iris Irwin

starting from nothing, but the coaches and my teammates were so helpful. I loved every minute of it!!Fav thing about hockey: It is the definition of a true sport. You need to be fast, strong, dedicated, and especially a true team player, which is what sports are all about. Good story: In our first practice, I didn't know how to stop yet. Our team was warming up, doing sprints across the ice. When I got to the other side, going as fast as I could to keep up, I ran right into the bench trying to stop myself but almost flipped over the boards instead! I really hoped no one noticed... Movie: Forest GumpMeal: Indian foodCan't live without: oxygen is probably is the biggest oneWon the Lotto: Travel the world!When I grow up: I'll get back to you...Advice to kids: Don't be afraid to just do it! And even though it isn't easy to start, there's no better feeling than when you do something right for the first time. That makes it all totally worth it!Thank you: MY AMAZING TEAM AND COACHES!!!! You guys are the best!I've Learned Since: Besides one practice, my first time playing on the ice was our major tournament in Maine against some of the best teams in the Northeast. In the first game, my coaches sent me out. I couldn't stop, and I wasn't good at skating at all, so I was super terrified! But it was so amazing feeling like a real hockey player! I learned that you aren't going to get any better if you don't take risks. You just have to go for it!Best part of pro ice: As a freshman, I can't wait to see what I might be able to become, watching all the women who started like I did, make it to this level. 56 13

# 8BUFFALO!! NY

American University International Relations / Arabic

Emily Yox

First into hockey: I've always loved hockey, watching the Sabers since I was a little girl. I thought it would be so cool to play, but I never got into playing sports in high school. Yet when I found out that American had a hockey team, I decided I would finally play! I was so nervous

Meal: Filet MignonCan't live without: Music

Won the Lotto: Go backpacking through Europe and snowboard all around the world.

When I grow up:: Naval OfficerAdvice to kids: Never forget your teammatesThank you: Thanks to LT Quarg and the coaching staff for all their hard work

My All Star Season: For me it was great being a part of something new for our Academy and watching it progress and improve constantly

Best part of pro ice: Skating with a new group of girls who have worked extremely hard to be where they are and lead their teams.

# 12Waltham, MA

U.S. Naval AcademyPolitical Science

Jacqueline“Jacqui”Drew

Fav thing about hockey: That feeling you get after a game when you’ve left everything you have on the ice.

Good story: We always practiced in the mornings at 0530 and had to pack everyone into a van. It was always funny cramming too many people in there and then hiding them as we tried to get through the gates back onto campus.

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First into hockey: I always loved the sport and wanted to learn it

Fav thing about hockey: The competition and atmosphere, and being around my favorite people

Good story: It involves Padiddles, Lil criossants, Karaoke night, Wolfpack, Governor and carrots, jinglebells, roadtrips, RamRod and Silver Bullet, Sledriding, Meadows, Lightup reindeer, light posts in Pitt, Janelle's Bike, and peach flavored things..

Movie: Never Back Down, & any christmas movie

Meal: Taco Salad

Can't live without: Family & Friends

Won the Lotto: travel, pay off school, give it to family, and buy an awesome house by the beach

When I grow up: Something in fitness, sports, and athletics

Advice to kids: Go for it! Don't ever let anyone tell you you can't do something. You gunna fall a lot haha just get up and keep playing

Thank you: Thank you to my family and friends for supporting me. Also Thanks to Dr. Anne, Coach Al, Coach Greg, and my hockey family Wolfpack for always being there for me I wouldn't be here without them. Love you guys!

I've Learned Since: I was so nervous my first game and I ran into people a lot because I could stop haha. I learned to just keep practicing and never give up

Best part of pro ice: I'll let you know after the game

# 11North Versailles, PA

Indiana University of Penn.Sports Admin / Athletic

Training

Kimberly “Kimi’Kozak

Movie: C.R.A.Z.Y.

Meal: Mac and Cheese

Can't live without: Ice Hockey

Won the Lotto: Buy an ice rink

Advice to kids: You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

Thank you: Thanks to my family for always supporting me.

My All Star Season: We worked incredibly hard as a team and came in third at the ACHA Nationals in Minnesota.

Best part of pro ice: The quality of the ice.

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# 11Hockessin, DE

University of Delaware Electrical Engineering

ErinMcAuliffe

First into hockey: I started watching the Pittsburgh Penguins when I was in 7th grade, and ever since then I wanted to play, but I never had the opportunity until I got to college.

Fav thing about hockey: Getting to be part of a team and having fun playing games against the other colleges.

Good story: We have "team" nights at our captain's apartment everyonce in awhile during the season, and during one of these we watched a hockey skills tape. The guy in the video was on rollerblades on a tennis court with a blue tarp taped to the fence for a backdrop. He would explain a move for 2 or 3 minutes and then he would demonstrate the move. The only problem was he would constantly mess it up, or do the wrong thing. We were all laughing so hard at the video we could barely watch it.

Movie: AcceptedMeal: Grandma's homecooked German mealCan't live without: my ipodWon the Lotto: Travel the worldWhen I grow up: a teacher

Advice to kids: Go for it. The best thing to do is try something new no matter what anyone else says. If its something you love you will pretty much always have fun.

Thank you: Thanks to my family (especially my Aunt Pam). Thanks to Jared, Pablo, Nicole and Miriya for being there for me and cheering me on. Thanks to my roomies for putting up with my hockey bag in the apartment, and thanks to the whole SRU team for encouraging and sticking with me through the last 2 seasons.

I've Learned Since: My first time on the ice I thought, "what did I get myself into" because I felt so out of place not having played before. The most important thing I've learned is to do what you love no matter what anyone else says.

Best part of pro ice: Thinking about all the pros who came through the arena, and having bench doors that actually close.

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# 12Pittsburgh, PA

Slippery Rock University Secondary Edu. - French

Hannah “Hans”Whittaker

Fav thing about hockey: I love the pace and non-stop action of the game.

Movie: Bourne Identity series

Meal: My great grandmother's potato saladCan't live without: Gatorade

Won the Lotto: I would move the the Caribbean.When I grow up: I want to build yachts in the Caribbean.

Advice to kids: Just keep your head up and try, try again!

Thank you: I would like to thank our two amazing coaches, Dalton and Eric, for all the time and energy they share with us. I would like to thank Bryan and Emily for always being on top of everything. And of course I'd also like to thank my parents for everything, because without them there would be no hockey!

My All Star Season: Back to back champions, baby!

Best part of pro ice: The energy of the fans!

# 10Smithfield, VAUniversity of VirginiaMechanical Engineering

BrittWilliams

Superstitions: One of my many superstitions is that I shower before every game. It started in high school and I've been doing it ever since! Also the song "Ghetto Gospel" by Tupac has been the last song on my pre-game mix since high school.

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Good story: We played our second play-off game at 8am, with 3 hrs of sleep, no coach, lots of players missing and our goalie borrowed equipment from the rink that was so old school and wore rental skates to play forward. We didn't loose in a shut out! It was a miracle.

Movie: Step BrothersMeal: an expensive oneCan't live without: good friendsWon the Lotto: travel everywhere

When I grow up: physical therapist

Advice to kids: Start it young! Have fun!

Thank you: Thank you to my team for their commitment this season!

I've Learned Since: I had a stick, rental skates, and the coach's smelly helmet. I was horrible at skating and didn't know how to move the puck. I learned to always play up the boards and to be aggresive.

Best part of pro ice: Feeling like a pro for a day.

# 14Howell, NJ

Rutgers UniversityExercise Science & Sport

Studies

KimberlyLotito

First into hockey: I saw a flyer freshman year of college and went for it. Never played before that.

Fav thing about hockey: I love the adrenaline rush. Fav thing about hockey: The thrill of the game and the good friends I have

met along the way

Good story: During our third place game at Nationals, Sara sprained her ankle and the coaches wheeled her over to the bench on a giant cart. She was hysterically laughing the entire time she was wheeled over.

Movie: The Mighty DucksMeal: Steak & Mashed PotatoesCan't live without: My guitar

Won the Lotto: Start by paying off student loans and making some purchases for the parents

When I grow up: Physical Educator, Coach

Advice to kids: It is so important to stay positive and enjoy yourself. Always put in your best effort, hard work really does pay off in the end.

Thank you: A big thank you to my coaches, teammates, and my family for the continued support

My All Star Season: Great team chemistry and lots of improvement throughout the team, including myself

Best part of pro ice: First time playing in an all-star game and ever skating on pro ice

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# 9Newark, DE

University of Delaware Health & Physical Education

Alyssa Welch

First into hockey: I started because one of my best friends, Kristen Storto, has been playing since she was little and said it was a lot of fun. I now love being on the ice.

Fav thing about hockey: I love the atmosphere, being with my teammates, and having fun.

Movie: The HangoverMeal: Mom's Spaghetti

Can't live without: sports

Won the Lotto: TRY to save it

When I grow up: lawyer then a senator

Advice to kids: Go for it, it's never to late to start

Thank you: Thanks to the coaches who taught me how to play and my teammates who kept me laughing :)

I've Learned Since: I just tried not to fall...unsuccessful. I've learned that you can't be scared to fall and that you have to give it your all when you are on the ice.

Best part of pro ice: the fact that it's PRO ICE! I'm excited to be able to get this experience!

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# 15Stafford, VA

U.S. Naval Academy Political Science / American

Government and Law

Elizabeth AnnZiek

Fav thing about hockey: Everything!

Movie: Mean Girls, Coyote Ugly, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Meal: Lobster and Crab

Can't live without: music & hockey

Won the Lotto: payoff school loans, donate to autism research and build an ice rink

When I grow up:: Adapted Physical Education Teacher

Advice to kids: start when you are young, try your best, and have fun!

Thank you: Thanks to my awesome teammates and coach. We had a great season.

My All Star Season: SRU has three players at the game this year it should be fun playing with players from other teams

Best part of pro ice: The atmosphere.

# 8Poland, OhioSlippery Rock University Health & Physical Education

Katie Sines

Superstition: When and how I tape my stick. When and what I eat before games.

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Fav thing about hockey: I really love the team atmosphere and the speed and excitement of the game.Good story: There was one game we played where we only had 5 skaters and a goalie, so my team had me play out. I guess you probably had to be there to see why that was funny but just as an example, I definitely dropped to my knees out of automatic reaction to stop a puck and had to be pulled over the boards when I was getting off the ice the first few times. I also totally forgot about the whole off sides thing - what can I say? I'm a goalie, we don't usually have that problem!! My teammates and coach were very supportive though!Movie: The Boondock SaintsMeal: Not really sure but I am really fond of Korean BBQCan't live without: Music and DancingWon the Lotto: Pay for school haha!When I grow up: Event PlannerAdvice to kids: I would say definitely start. I think it's one of the best decisions I've made and you'll make friends that will last you a lifetime. Thank you: Thanks to Coach House, Coach Pat and everyone on my team for being so supportive and helping me improve.I've Learned Since: Well, my very first time on the ice was the first time I had ever been on hockey skates and also the first time I had ever worn goalie equipment so it was interesting to say the least. Though its pretty obvious, I'd say the most important thing I've learned that day is how to skate!Best part of pro ice: Being with a bunch of people who also learned how to play in college and seeing my teammates play in the All Star game.

# 16Silver Spring, MD

University of MarylandAmerican Studies

CassandraDurand

First into hockey: I always played high school sports but when I got to college I stopped and I missed the team atmosphere. I knew a few people who played hockey and it made me want to investigate the team. Once I joined the Terps for a practice I knew hockey was going to be a lot of fun I've been playing since.

Superstitions: Always put the left skate on first.

Fav thing about hockey: Slap Shots

Movie: Remember the Titans

Meal: Belgian waffle with strawberries and whipped cream

Can't live without: Snow

Won the Lotto: Travel around the world

Advice to kids: The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together the club won't be worth a dime. - Babe Ruth

My All Star Season: Fun!!!

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# 7Acton, MAUniversity of Maryland Nutritional Science

Sari Lelchook

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Ava’s Avengers(in blue)

# 2 – ALEXIS IRVIN (DREXEL) # 5 – NINA MORENO (WCU)# 6 – KRISTIN DUNKEL (UDEL)# 7 – MOLLY DEE (UPENN)

# 8 – SAMANTHA R. LEYVA-YELVERTON (NAVY)# 9 – CARRIE ANN SHAY (IUP) # 11 – LAURA KATE ANDERSON (AU)

# 12 – LAURA JANE FRANKS (RUTG)

# 13 – NICOLE MARIE BREEN (NAVY)# 15 – MADELINE WHITNEY (SRU)# 16 – TRACY ANN BROWN (CAL U)

NEW STARSEach of our New Stars first learned toplay hockey in college. The team name is for a very special New Yorker!

Fav thing about hockey: the thrill of skating fast

Good story: Hmm well I fell flat on my face jumping over the boards in my first shift at nationals...

Movie: The Blind Side

Meal: ice cream!

Can't live without: hockey

Won the Lotto: finish paying for school and buy a boat

When I grow up: a meteorologist

Advice to kids: Give it everything you've got, stay dedicated and you'll only be rewarded!

Thank you: To my team and coaches for an amazing season. To my dad for always supporting me and encouraging me.

My All Star Season: We went to NATIONALS and kicked some ass!

Best part of pro ice: Last year I was a spectator at this game, this year I'm playing!

# 6Sandwich, MA

University of DelawareEnvironmental Science

Shannon McElhinney

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played ice hockey. I had never really skated in my life (at least with out a death grip on someone's hand) but I said sure why not! I knew I would never get the chance to do this again. So here I am now, three years later and a senior at WCU playing in the New Stars game!Fav thing about hockey: It's fun! Good story: This one time, one of my teammates hid in another girls hockey bag, and when the other girl opened her bag she jumped out - it was funny... There was also the problem of having a Nina, Tina, Dina, and Angelina on the team. Every time someone yelled either of our names we would all look up (our names all end in -ina... get it?!)Movie: The Hangover Meal: Anything my Mommom makes (which usually includes a pound of butter. I guess thats how mommoms cook)Can't live without: Good friends. And my cell phone (sad but true!)Won the Lotto: Well, first I would fa-reak out, and then I would probably go on some sort of crazy shopping spree, invest some, donate some, you know, a little bit of everything.When I grow up: Who said I was going to grow up?Advice to kids: Go for it! It is a great sport!Thank you: I would like to say thank you to all my team mates for supporting me in this learning process. I would also like to thank both of my coaches, Keith and Dave for teaching me everything I know!I've Learned Since: My very first time on the ice was a bit scary (since I had never worn hockey skates in my life). The most important thing I have learned since then is that ice skating does not equal roller blading when it comes to stopping...Best part of pro ice: I'll get another chance to play hockey again before I graduate.

# 5Downingtown, PA

West Chester UniversityPharmaceutical Product

Development

NinaMoreno

First into hockey: I really started to get into ice hockey when I started dating my boyfriend in 2003, who was a huge Flyers fan. In 2007 (my sophomore year at WCU) a few girls asked me if I liked or

Fav thing about hockey: My mom,dad,brother,twin and amazing boyfriend all play hockey with me. Its a fun way to spend family time together.

Good story: When a few of us did the cha cha slide in the locker room before we played Penn State and then won the game

Movie: Big Daddy

Meal: Moms homemade Mac and Cheese

Can't live without: Twin sister Tif

Won the Lotto: Open my own ice rink

When I grow up: Teacher,Wife,Parent and Coach

Advice to kids: Believe in your dreams. You can do anything if you put your heart into it.

Thank you: Thanks mom and dad for getting me into hockey I enjoy it so much its such a big part of our lives. I love you.

My All Star Season: This year I have more confidence in myself.

Best part of pro ice: It’s an honor to play in the All-Star game with my twin sister Tif.

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# 5Cape Coral, FL

California University of PA Elementary Education

Melinda Juha

Superstitions: I have to sit by my best friend and our goalie Kim with the wall on the other side of me. I also have to be the first one out the locker room followed by Kim and my best friend and twin sister Tif.

around) over Thanksgiving of my junior year. Since I had all the gear, I decided to give it a shot.

Fav thing about hockey: How my team has become my second familyGood story: When our team drove down to UVA last year, our coach learned all the words to "Womanizer" by Brittney Spears and continued to sing Movie: Finding NemoMeal: BBQ pork sandwiches and Swiss chocolateCan't live without: My phoneWon the Lotto: Invest some, donate some, and go shopping!When I grow up:: Operstions Analyst at JP Morgan (my job title upon graduation)

Advice to kids: Don't give up on yourself right away. It takes time to learn everything. Work hard, and most importantly, have fun!Thank you: To all my friends, who got me involved in playing hockey. To my teammates, who continued to encourage me, even when I was frustrated with myself. And to my coaches, without whom I wouldn't have had the ability to experience everything I did, from those late night practices to nationals in Blaine, MN.

I've Learned Since: I could barely skate and my friends had to help me figure out how to put my gear on. In addition to learning how to skate, play, and dress myself, I've learned how much fun it is to go out and play when your team consists of your friends.

Best part of pro ice: Being able to play hockey with girls who love hockey as

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# 6Hingham, MA

University of Delaware Operations Management Info

Systems & International Business

Kristin Dunkel

First into hockey: One of my first friends at UD started playing hockey when she was 11. Almost as soon as I met her she started trying to convince me that I should play, too. My aunt gave me her old equipment (which she just happened to have laying

Fav thing about hockey: just being on the ice

Good story: getting lost in Philly for an hour, and finally finding our way to the class of '23 rink

Movie: Mean Girls

Meal: chicken

Can't live without: sports and my family

Won the Lotto: open a sports academy for girls in Central America

When I grow up: Marketing for a sports equipment company

Advice to kids: never give up

Thank you: Mom and Dad - thanks for coming to all my games! SRU girls - way to win the DVCHC!!

My All Star Season: Winning the DVCHC DII play-offs was amazing! Great season

Best part of pro ice: enough room for all the fans! ha

# 4Williamsport, MDSlippery Rock University Sport Management

Allison “Alli” Zube

Superstition: Lose the pants shell for good luck.

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Good story: One game our goalie came down with the flu. No one on the team was particularly interested in taking her position, so I volunteered (being the rookie,I wanted to earn myself some brownie points). I could tell everyone thought the game was going to be brutal with me in the goal. As it turned out, I actually did a decent job. My team was super supportive and cheered me on through the whole game. It was a great bonding experience and when all was said and done, I felt as though I had actually contributed something to my team.

Movie: Edward Scissor hands. Meal: The works omelet with a large unsweetened iced tea. Can't live without: Dark ChocolateWon the Lotto: Buy a vacation home in Italy.

When I grow up:: A mechanical engineer for an international company.Advice to kids: Do it. It's a great game that requires a lot of dedication, strength, and strategy. It is also one of the most difficult sports to play, but if you stick with it, the sense of accomplishment is immense. Just do your best and know that eventually you will look awesome out on the ice.

Thank you: Thanks to my coach for being so patient with me. On that same note, thanks so much to my team for supporting me as a new player and doing what they could to help me along. Thanks to my friends and boyfriend for coming to see my games. Last, but most importantly, thanks to my mom for being super supportive and allowing me to play despite her anxiety about me injuring my head or knocking out my teeth.

I've Learned Since: My first time on the ice was very tiring. I had to concentrate so hard to not fall flat on my butt. The most important thing I have learned since then is to keep your knees slightly bent at all times. Best part of pro ice: The best part will be knowing that the hockey community appreciates my effort as a new player.

# 7Tucson, AZ

University of PennsylvaniaMechanical Engineering

Molly Dee

First into hockey: I wanted to try something completely new and interesting. I also wanted to try something that is difficult to do in my desert home-town Tucson, Az. Hockey was the perfect adventure. Fav thing about hockey: The high energy! Hockey is never boring.

Fav thing about hockey: Everything from the smell to the team bonding.

Good story: We were scrimmaging and our coach dropped the puck on my teammates helmet at the faceoff and I smacked her in the head with my stick to get the puck off of her head haha

Meal: ThanksgivingCan't live without: A brainWon the Lotto: buy an Ice rink

When I grow up: good question

Advice to kids: Buy an expensive stick and really expensive skates because they'll last you longer.

Thank you: To my teammates, coaches, Ralph the Zamboni dude and my mom.

My All Star Season: I was more dedicated

Best part of pro ice: Being back on the ice with amazing hockey players and having fun.

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# 3Reykjavik, IcelandAmerican University Sociology

AntoniaGudnadottir

Fav thing about hockey: My three favorite things about hockey are: 1) the challenge of trying to get the puck to score a goal; and 2) skating super fast while feeling the cold wind against my face; 3) being able to spend time with some of the greatest friends I have made thus far.

Good story: Every morning we (my team) get up and leave school around 0530 to go play hockey and on the way there we always sing Lady Gaga's song "Bad Romamnce."

Movie: Nacho LibreMeal: Carne Asada burritoCan't live without: FreedomWon the Lotto: Buy my mom a house and give the rest to needy children.When I grow up: An officer, an ice hockey Olympian, and a peace activist. Advice to kids: Just do it for the love of the game.

Thank you: I would like to thank my coaches, my team, and anyone else who I did not mention for always supporting me and teaching me new things; the San Diego city bus driver who took a chance on an unknown kid; and last but not least, the wonderful crew from McDonalds who spend hours making those snack wraps without which I'd never be hungry before any game.

I've Learned Since: It was cold. I've learned to always wear pads, even when you skate at public free skate.

Best part of pro ice: The best part will be doing what I love with two of the coolest shipmates ever.

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# 8San Diego, CA

U.S. Naval Academy Aerospace Engineering

Samantha R.Leyva-Yelverton

First into hockey: I had always wanted to play ice hockey ever since I saw that movie Mighty Ducks with Emilio Estevez.

Fav thing about hockey: The friends I've made from it.

Movie: Elf

Meal: Ice cream with a side of ice cream

Can't live without: Ice cream

Won the Lotto: Buy tubs and tubs of ice cream, donate to charity, and design my own ice rink.

When I grow up: an architect/starchitect

Advice to kids: Work hard, play hard.

Thank you: Mom, Dad, Dalton, Eric, Rachel Knee, Brit Williams.

My All Star Season: Being injured for half the season really made me miss hockey and showed how much I actually love it.

Best part of pro ice: Knowing that I'll be skating on the same ice as champions.

# 2Annandale, VAUniversity of Virginia Architecture

Charlotte“Charstar”Miller

Superstition: Putting my right skate on before my left. Boring, but true.

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First into hockey: I saw adds around campus for the hockey team and decied to give it a try. After contacting the president I attended my first practice and loved it.

Fav thing about hockey: My team is more like a family than a team.

Good story: Going on the ice for practice after a rough weekend of games. I forgot to take my skate guards off and went on the ice falling flat on my face right next to the door. As i was flat on the ice coach skated over laughing as he pointing to my skates with the skate guards needless to say now that skate guards come off before I leave the locker-room.

Movie: A Walk to Remember

Meal: bake mac and cheese

Can't live without: sneakers

Won the Lotto: travel the world for a couple years

When I grow up:: designing spas and health centers

Advice to kids: Go for it and have fun!!!! :)

Thank you: My mom and dad for there support when I first brought up the idea of playing hockey and coming to cheer the team on almost every game. Thanks mom & dad love you.

I've Learned Since: First thing i learned with the team was how to stop I kind of knew how to skate but stoping was another story

Best part of pro ice: I've been to the bears game when I was little and now being invited to play on their ice is an experience I'm looking forward too.

# 9Shippensburg, PA

Indiana University of Penn.Interior Design

CarrieAnn Shay

Jordan’s Giants(in white)

# 2 – CHARLOTTE MILLER (UVA) # 3 – ANTONIA GUDNADOTTIR * (AU)# 4 – ALLISON ZUBE * (SRU)# 5 – MELINDA JUHA * (CAL U)

# 6 – SHANNON McELHINNEY (UDEL)# 7 – SARI LELCHOOK ** (UMD) # 8 – KATIE SINES ** (SRU)

# 9 – ALYSSA WELCH (UDEL)# 10 – BRITT WILLIAMS * (UVA)# 11 – ERIN McAULIFFE * (UDEL)# 12 – JACQUELINE DREW (NAVY)# 13 – IRIS IRWIN (AU) # 14 – ALYSSA SPRATTE (VILL)# 15 – TIFFANY JUHA * (CAL U)# 16 – LINDSEY STRAUSE (IUP)# 17 – JESSIE MILLS (RUTG)

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ALL STARSSouth to Florida, north to Mass. West to Cali

and east to Iceland! Our All-Stars representing our league’s wide scope are

here to kick PA, NY and NJ out. (except the goalies, they’re traitors from PA & NJ)

Good story: Bobby and Andrew. Enough said.

Movie: Rent

Meal: rib eye steak and loaded mashed potatoes

Can't live without: call of duty

Won the Lotto: Turn my basement into a synthetic ice rink

When I grow up: psychology/professional facilitator/speaker

Advice to kids: Practice hard, work hard, play your heart out, but never lose yourself.

Thank you: Dad, thanks for being the most dedicated fan out in the world. Shout out to my UD girls.

My All Star Season: This year I dedicated each practice to specific things I wanted to work on. I made it a goal to never leave the ice without improving.

Best part of pro ice: The sense of a huge arena around you gives a thrill, as opposed to the usual one section of bleachers.

playing Columbia, and we got literally the best parking spot in the city: right up against Times Square.

Movie: GladiatorMeal: Thanksgiving - minus the turkeyCan't live without: Flip flops

Won the Lotto: Invest! (I just got out of my personal finance class)When I grow up:: Employed :)

Advice to kids: Watch tons of hockey on TV, never feel shy about asking for help, and HAVE FUN!

Thank you: Thank you to my amazing coaches and teammates for everything they've taught me, and to my family for getting me addicted to hockey from birth!

I've Learned Since: Humbling! But I've never stopped feeling humbled by my teammates' skills!

Best part of pro ice: Getting to play in college one more time! 25

# 11San Jose, CA

American University International Studies

Laura KateAnderson

First into hockey: My family has been hockey fans forever, and my mom finally decided to learn to play when she turned 40. I loved going to her games and finally had the chance to learn for myself in college!

Fav thing about hockey: My team!

Good story: I just want to take one more opportunity to brag about this: a few teammates and I drove to New York City to spend the day before

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# 17Howell, NJUniversity of DelawarePsychology

Brieanna“The Octopus”Scolaro

Superstition: Mashed potatoes before every game

Fav thing about hockey: How everything leaves your mind once you step foot on that ice

big letters said "no experience necessary." My heart jumped, and I immediately contacted the team, and started playing my freshman year and have been playing ever since. I wouldn't trade a minute of my time on the ice or the time spent with my teammates and coaches for anything. Hockey has been such a positive piece of my life that I hope is here to stay.Fav thing about hockey: The pace and the teamwork. Every player plays offense, every player plays defense. When you score a goal it is as if it did not just come off of one player's stick, it came off the stick of every player on the team. Even the bench is an essential part of the momentum that can lead a team to win or lose a game. Good story: When driving down to MD to play Navy, the bus had a radio to help the time pass. Needless to say, it was not a station with our Coach's favorite genre of music. The whole team ended up serenading him with a Taylor Swift song, which somehow almost the whole team knew the lyrics too. Even people who didn't like the song were singing. I still don't think Coach has forgiven us, but it was definitely worth it. Movie: Forrest Gump Meal: Homemade chicken parmesan with pasta Can't live without: Sports Won the Lotto: Put money away for law school, buy my parents a retirement home in Hawaii, myself a home in hawaii, season tickets to all my favorite teams, go to Ireland, take my friends and teammates to Medieval Times. When I grow up: Sports Lawyer Advice to kids: Don't just think it, DO IT! It will yield some of the best experiences of your life. You'll travel, meet so many people, make great friends, learn how to be a part of a team, and apply those skills to aspects of your life outside of hockey. Thank you: Thank you to my parents for supporting me, Katie Donohue for helping me start playing in the first place, Kim Lotito for believing in me and doing anything for the team to get us where we are, my Coaches, and my team because without them I wouldn't be where I am. Learned: One word: Wobbly. I could barely move in the pads, let alone worry about holding a stick and controlling a puck. Since then I've learned the most important thing you can do is never give up. If you fall, get back up and get back into it just as hard. Fall again. Get up again. And listen to your more experienced teammates and coach as they guide you through it. Best part of pro ice: Representing not only the Rutgers Women's Ice Hockey team, but Rutgers University as a whole. We had an AWESOME season for which I am so thankful to have been a part of.

# 12Flemington, NJ

Rutgers UniversityPolitical Science & English

Laura JaneFranksFirst into hockey: For as long as I can remember, I have adored hockey. I enviously watched the NJ Devils and other NHL teams play, never being about to myself know what it feels like to play. It used to be just a dream to be able to play, but when I entered college, I saw a hot pink flier that would change my life. It advertised the RU Women's Ice Hockey team, and in

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Good story: When I was in high school, my parents once took 9 players to a game so we had all the players in one car, and all their gear in the other. I went in my house to get a hair tie for the game, by the time I found one and went to get in the car both of the cars were gone. Not only was I was the only goalie on the team, my parents and coach forgot me.

Movie: SlapshotMeal: Buffalo Chicken FingersCan't live without: Coaching elementary kidsWhen I grow up:: Web Designer

Advice to kids: Never give up on your dreams, take each practice, scrimmage and game and give everything you have. It's those moments you remember when you're older. You don't want to look back and ask "what if"; leave it all on the ice.

Thank you: My parents and family, Ridley ice hockey, all of the kids that I coach, the players and parents that supported me enough to get me to where I am today

My All Star Season: Being given more of an opportunity to playBest part of pro ice: Skating in a real arena

# 16Folsom, PA

West Chester UniversityArt – Computer Graphics

Lauren “Patty”Patterson

Superstition: Don’t talk to anyone – focus entirely on the game.

Fav thing about hockey: Shutting people down

Won the Lotto: Create a hockey rink close to my high school so the kids I coach can have more of opportunity to play.

Fav thing about hockey: My favorite thing about Hockey is my team. This was my first year playing Hockey so the girls on my team were very encouraging and I just enjoyed going to practice and playing in games with them.Good story: One time at practice we were just scrimmaging and I was playing defense and our team captain 'Ella Starr' (amazing Hockey player) had the puck and I checked her into the wall. It was awesome!Movie: A Walk to Remember Meal: My mom's spanish tortillaCan't live without: My FamilyWon the Lotto: First by a Harley for my dad, a nissan 350z for my brother, and then buy my own airplane so that I can take my mom to Spain anytime she wants. Then the rest of the money left over split it amongst my family equally.When I grow up:: Marine Corps Helicopter pilotAdvice to kids: I wish that I could have started Ice Hockey earlier because it is a lot of fun. Ice Hockey has taught me a lot and I think that kids should definetly play hockey.Thank you: Thank you to Kevin, Mercedes, and Sean (My Family) becuase I would not be here today without their support and love for me.I like to thank my teammates becuase they are some of the best people I have ever met. Thank you for letting me be a part of this team (FAMILY)!I would like to thank Coach Murphy and Lt. Quarg. Thank you so much for believing in me! Lt. Quarg you will be missed.I like to thank all of our fans that have supported us throughout the season.I've Learned Since: The first time on the ice for me was very scary because I was trying to play Hockey like I played soccer. I have learned that Ice Hockey and soccer our completly different. The most important thing I have learned though is don't be afraid to carry the puck and when coach says "Ice the puck" that means hit as hard as you can towards the other team's side. Best part of pro ice: The best part about skating on Hershey's pro ice is knowing that professional hockey players have played on this ice and that is really cool.

# 13Yorktown, VA

U.S. Naval AcademyPolitical Science

Nicole MarieBreen

First into hockey: I have played soccer since I was 4 years old so to give up soccer was very hard for me. But I wanted to try something new and different. So I decided to try Ice Hockey and I loved it. I am so glad that I chose to play Ice Hockey becuase I have met a tremendously awesome group of people and have learned a lot from the experience. I can't wait for next year.

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Movie: Cinderella Man

Meal: Anything Papa Dukes makes.

Can't live without: Oxygen.

Won the Lotto: Lose my ticket.

When I grow up: Nuc med tech in a hospital where it's nice and warm & it'll never snow

Advice to kids: Practice as hard as you play, never give up, and you miss 100% of the shots you don't take

Thank you: Thanks to the fam bam all that you guys do; youda youda best. Shout out to the wolfpack, you ladies make my life.

My All Star Season: We one game this season, which is a major improvement ha. That was pretty rad. In sum, this season has been absolutely fantastic.

Best part of pro ice: Seeing all the talented ladies from the DVCHC all on the same ice.

# 15Marlton, NJ

Slippery Rock UniversityNuclear Medicine

Allie “McNunnzie”Nunn

Superstition: Wax my stick before every game.

Fav thing about hockey: The feeling you get when you step on the ice.

Good Story: There’s too many. Some of my favorite definitely are Gov’na! I want some carrots nom, nom, nom. Or tying bikes to trees.

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Movie: A Night at the Roxbury

Meal: these apple fritter type things with vanilla ice cream..yum!

Can't live without: chapstick..I don't leave the house without it

Won the Lotto: pay off all my loans and take a nice trip somewhere

When I grow up:: an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist or a professor

Advice to kids: don't give up! it might be tough at first but stick with it and you'll be better in no time.

Thank you: my mom! hey Becca! (e.l.e.)

I've Learned Since: my first practice freshman year I split my chin open and had to get stitches! I learned not to fall on my face anymore.

Best part of pro ice: feeling like a pro!

# 15McKeesport

Slippery Rock UniversityPsychology

Madeline“Madde”Whitney

First into hockey: My pap always took me to Pens games as a kid and I loved them, so I started taking lessons but none of my schools had a team to play on, until I came to SRU. Fav thing about hockey: the constant action!

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Movie: American History X, The Hangover

Meal: Dad's chili!

When I grow up: Law enforcement officer/detective

Advice to kids: Keep your head up!

# 13Somerset, NJAmerican UniversityJustice

KirstiHarju

Fav thing about hockey: I love hockey because I never feel more alive then when I'm in the net facing shots. The rest of the world disappears and it's just me and the puck. No matter what bad things are happening in my life when I'm in the net, I can forget everything and nothing else matters.. there's no sadness, pain, or stress, only excitement. Good story: I volunteer as a goalie for the Sidney Crosby learn-to-play camps. All the kids wear #87 and like to pretend that they are "Sid the Kid". I am a Pens fan too, but I'll wear a Martin Broduer jersey to add to the fantasy of playing against another team.. you can't imagine how much athleticism it takes to allow a 3 year old to score, but make it look like you tried to make the save! A cute little one was coming in during the shootout and put the put by me as I made a grand looking flop.. just as the puck went over the line the horn blew to signal the end of the camp. Of course in his mind it was the goal horn at Mellon Arena and he put his little stick in the air and gave a fist pump! I teared up because I love to able to be a part of a kid's enjoyment of the game I love so much! Movie: Slapshot Meal: Primanti Bros. Sammiches! Can't live without: my camera! my teammates, and now most of the league knows that I am the DVCHC paparazzi! lol Won the Lotto: pay off all my student loans then new goalie gear! When I grow up:: Peter Pan! I never want to grow up Advice to kids: it's never too late to follow your dreams! I was 25 the first time I ice skated, and 27 when I first started playing ice hockey. Now at 29, I'm probably the oldest player in the DVCHC and loving every minute of it! Don't give up! Thank you: I'd like to thank everyone I've ever played hockey with for helping me to grow as a goalie, Cal U and the DVCHC for affording me the opportunity to play, and all my friends and family for putting up with my hockey obsession all these years! I've Learned Since: I thought I was in good shape, but I was proven wrong. After 10 min I was pouring sweat off my face and my abs were on fire! After 20 min I was laying on my back looking up at the lights while my future teammates yelled "Get up Goalie!!" I learned I was going to need to do a lot of work! Best part of pro ice: just getting to play! I spent most of this, my last season, sitting on the bench watching. Any crease I get to defend is the sweetest crease in the world!

# 16Oil City, PA

California University of PASport Management

Tracy Ann Brown

First into hockey: I always wanted to be a goalie from the time I was little, but there were no ice rinks in Venango County. So I would play in the streets and tennis courts with the neighborhood boys using a baseball glove and with couch cushions duct taped to my shins! When Cal decided to put together a Women's team I jumped at the opportunity to make my dream of playing ice hockey come true!

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Allison “Alli”Steinheiser

Superstitions: Taping my stick and not letting anyone touch it or letting the blade touch the ground.

Fav thing about hockey: Thrill of victory

# 12New Castle, PA

California University of PAComm: TV and Radio

Good story: Before big games, our team would have a team dinner at a teammates house. We would hang out and watch movies.

Movie: MiracleMeal: Olive Garden PastaCan't live without: HockeyWon the Lotto: Buy season tickets to the PenguinsWhen I grow up:: TV Sports Reporter

Advice to kids: Keep trying and push yourself to be the best that you can be.

Thank you: I want to thank my parents for all they have done for both my brother and I. I would also like to thank my youth coaches, Jim Napoli, Mike Carson, Dave Stanton, and Coach Cooper for all they did for my leading up to this year. At Cal I would like to thank Coach Yanko and all of my teammates.

My All Star Season: This was my first year and all of the girls,especially the captains helped me feel welcome from the start of the year. This helped me feel more comfortable on the ice and they helped my improve my game.

Best part of pro ice: Playing against the top girls in the league.

Awesome Onyx(in blue)

# 2 – BRITTANY WILSON * (WCU) # 3 – SAMANTHA SO (VILL)# 4 – MICHELLE SCLAFANI ** (DREXEL)# 5 – EMILY TRETHEWEY (RUTG)

# 6 – JULIE DeSIMONE (RUTG)# 7 – AMY LYNN BAUMAN (SRU) # 8 – ELLA MARIE STARR (NAVY)

# 9 – EMILY SUMMERS (UMD)# 10 – DINA DiCAMPLI * (WCU)# 11 – MARISSA DWYER ** (UPENN)# 12 – ALLISON STEINHEISER (CAL U)# 13 – KIRSTI HARJU ** (AU) # 14 – SARAH FELDMAN (UPENN)# 15 – ALLIE NUNN ** (IUP)# 16 – LAUREN PATTERSON (WCU)# 17 – BRIEANNA SCOLARO * (UDEL)

* - number of previous All-Star games the player has been in

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ALL STARSNew Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania players unite! This team hails entirely from the Keystone, Garden & Empire

States. How you doin?

Good story: Singing our school song in the locker room before every game, it always gets me ready to play hockey!

Movie: Amelie

Meal: Sushi Alaska roll or a chicken burrito from Chipotle

Can't live without: Music

Won the Lotto: Tour around Europe and get Flyers season tickets

When I grow up:: Foreign policy analyst or work in international development

Advice to kids: Always remember to play for love of the game

Thank you: My team (especially the seniors!) and my family who has always supported me

My All Star Season: Coming back from abroad, it was great to be playing hockey with my team again this season

Best part of pro ice: The opportunity to play in the all star game and having my family there!

# 11Philadelphia, PA

University of PennsylvaniaInternational Relations /

Modern Middle East

MarissaDwyer

Superstitions: I always have to put my left skate on first.

Fav thing about hockey: The feeling when you step on the ice, and the speed throughout the game.

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# 2Sellersville, PA

West Chester University Criminal Justice

BrittanyWilson

Movie: The Hangover

Meal: Steak and a Wallaby Darned from Outback

Won the Lotto: Move to Florida and by a horse ranch with Ryan

# 3Princeton, NJ

Villanova University Biology

SamanthaSo

Fav thing about hockey: sound of skates cutting into the ice

Movie: Beauty and the Beast

Won the Lotto: Everything

When I grow up:: Doctor

Advice to kids: Have fun

Thank you: Mom and Dad

Good story: It was at practice, and one girl on our team knows the dance from the movie Hitch. She does the dance and "makes the pizzas" right at center ice! She did not realize that the entire team and our coach were watching!

Movie: Mighty Ducks 1Meal: Manicotti in gravy Can't live without: My planner and the gymWon the Lotto: build a hockey rink in my back yardWhen I grow up:: a P.E teacher or Adapted P.E teacherAdvice to kids: Play because you love the game. It's an awesome sport that can help define your character.

Thank you: My mom, dad, and brothers who are my biggest supporters and fans! They never miss a game!

My All Star Season: The season had some rough patches, but as a team we can together! We grew and connected as a team

Best part of pro ice: A new and Exciting experience!

# 10Ridley, PA

West Chester UniversityHealth & Physical Edu

DinaDiCampli

Superstitions: As a team, we all tend to sit in the same spots. Some times we do some dancing in the locker room too!

Fav thing about hockey: My dad and two brothers play, and my mom is at every game, Hockey brings the entire family together, even thrown we have grown up, hockey keeps our relationship strong.

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Good story: If I sit here and explain what I think is a funny story my team will be looked at differently and might even get in trouble..soo I'll just leave you with questions and one word-GinBuckets.

Movie: Miracle, The Mighty Ducks, Role Models, The Hangover...

Meal: Chicken Cutlets

Can't live without: Hockey and my Ipod

Won the Lotto: Honestly...what are the chances that one person would win the lottery? I mean like close to one in a million right? But if I won it, I wouldn't tell anybody until I was forced to have a press conference and then I'll probably continue to play the lotto

When I grow up: Jersey Shore Girl..I want to beat up those beats.

Advice to kids: To never give up and always follow your dreams.

Thank you: To my parents and friends.

My All Star Season: Hmm..the amount of games I played.

Best part of pro ice: The excitement of being in front of that many people.

# 4Staten Island, NYDrexel UniversityPhysical Therepy

MichelleSclafani

Superstitions: For some reason my left skate always has to go on first.

Fav thing about hockey: The competition and adrenaline.

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Good story: Playing football on ice. It was an interesting experience.

Movie: The Dark KnightMeal: Roasted chicken and mashed potatoes

Can't live without: Hockey. I've decided I'm going to play until I'm physically unable to anymore. And then I'll coach.

Won the Lotto: Get my own rink and travel the worldWhen I grow up: Virologist

Advice to kids: As I was told when I was younger; excuses are the nails that build the house of failure. If you love it then stick with it.

Thank you: Thanks to my family and friends. Go Terps!

My All Star Season: I've had a lot of fun playing college hockey and adjusting to my crazy teammates, I think everyone's hard work and dedication to the team pretty much sums up this year.

Best part of pro ice: The quality of the ice

# 9Doylestown, PA

University of MarylandMicrobiology

EmilySummers

Superstitions: I re-tape my stick before every game

Fav thing about hockey: The speed of the game and the feeling when you pull off a good play

Superstitions: Same seats on game days in the locker rooms.

Fav thing about hockey: The game it's self. The feeing you get when you play.

Good story: I am actually a goalie first and a forward second. I've been playing goalie longer than skating out.

Movie: West Side Story

Meal: Korean fried rice that my Dad makes.

Can't live without: M&Ms

Won the Lotto: Put an ice rink in my back yard.

When I grow up:: An astronomer

Advice to kids: Just stick with the game and practice.

Thank you: Thank you to my parents who always got up early to bring to where ever hockey happened to be that day.

My All Star Season: Well it is my first season ever that I played it college so I had more things going when playing and I still managed to do well.

Best part of pro ice: Seeing all of the seats. It is a very different feeling playing in that kind of arena.

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# 5Howell, NJ

Rutgers University Undeclared

Emily Trethewey

Good story: One time one of our teammates forgot her pants. The only pair of pants we could find was a tiny pair a mite would wear. But she managed to squeeze into them and play a whole game!!

Movie: Miracle

Meal: Ribs from the Butcher Shoppe

Can't live without: my family and friends

Won the Lotto: donate some and buy my Aunt Rue's farm

When I grow up: High School Math teacher or restaurant owner

Advice to kids: Play every shift like it's your last shift

Thank you: My mom, my coaches, my team

My All Star Season: First year playing collegiate level, first year every girl on our team gave 100%, 100% of the time

Best part of pro ice: It's close to my hometown, Chambersburg, PA

# 8Chambersburg, PA

U.S. Naval AcademyMathematics

Ella MarieStarr

Superstitions: Must always be the last one on the ice and the last one off the ice

Fav thing about hockey: Protecting the front of the net

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Good story: My teammate threw up on the bench in the middle of a shift and will most likely never live that down.

Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You

Meal: Any Mexican food

Can't live without: Ice Cream

Won the Lotto: Move to the beach

When I grow up:: Social Worker

Advice to kids: Keep your stick down in front of the net you'll score more goals that way.

Thank you: Thanks to my parents for supporting all of my hockey over the years.

My All Star Season: This year the team really came together and had played more as a team than we have in the past.

Best part of pro ice: The arena seating.

# 6Hillsborough, NJ

Rutgers UniversitySociology

JulieDeSIMONE

Superstitions: Nope

Fav thing about hockey: Skating on fresh ice.

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Movie: The Wedding Singer

Meal: Lasagna

Can't live without: Music

Won the Lotto: Buy my parents whatever they wanted.

Advice to kids: Start young and if you're passionate about something, pursue it.

Thank you: My parents, Clifford and Kathleen, for being so supportive and the greatest parents ever.

My All Star Season: This was my first year and our team, SRU, won the championship. It was one of my most exciting seasons of hockey.

Best part of pro ice: I'm familiar with Hershey; it's a fun atmosphere.

# 7Reading, PA

Slippery Rock UniversityUndeclared

Amy LynnBauman

Superstitions: I have 25 bandanas and most of them have a certain meaning.

Fav thing about hockey: The intensity of the game.