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Cision Canada
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- Cision Canada
The CCM x Erin Ambrose 2025 collection: hockey's never felt this real Français
CCM Hockey, a leading manufacturer of high-performance hockey equipment and apparel, teams up with hockey star Erin Ambrose for a second time to unveil a new iteration of their exclusive Erin Ambrose 23 collection. MONTRÉAL, June 2, 2025 /CNW/ - CCM Hockey and PWHL hockey star Erin Ambrose are taking their collaboration to the next level as they return with a powerful new iteration of CCM x Erin Ambrose 23. This limited-edition collection co-created by the number 23 of the Montréal Victoire celebrates the evolution of hockey and the powerful connections between the game, the players and the fans. The collaboration shines a light on Erin's influence and support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities on and off the ice. The second drop features new limited-edition apparel, from graphic tees to stylish hoodies and joggers, and adds new style and support to the first collection. It is a call to make hockey a space for self-expression that welcomes everyone. "With the 2025 Erin Ambrose 23 collection, we wanted to bring hockey into a space where it hasn't traditionally had a strong presence," Marrouane Nabih, CEO, CCM Hockey. "It goes beyond the rink, showcasing authenticity, style and a sense of belonging. Erin isn't just a collaborator—she's a force who's transforming her sport. Through CCM x Erin Ambrose 23, we're celebrating her voice, her leadership and the impact she's having on inclusivity in hockey." Erin Ambrose, Olympic gold medallist, three-time world champion and the reigning PWHL Defender of the Year, embodies a new era of hockey: unapologetic, inclusive and proud. "Sports haven't always been welcoming for everyone," said Ambrose. "Today, we're creating spaces where everyone can feel they belong. CCM x Erin Ambrose 23 is about inspiring new dynamics, where authenticity is a strength. Women's sports are drawing fans who've never felt the rink was for them. This collection is for them. It's where I can be myself, and they can too." CCM x Erin Ambrose 23 wants everyone to claim their place in hockey—on the ice, in the stands and everywhere the sport lives and breathes. Available in limited quantities online and in select stores, the collection offers a chance for fans to express what hockey means to them and show their support, and it's never felt this real. About CCM Hockey CCM Hockey is a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of hockey equipment. With its headquarters located in Montreal, the company has operations in Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia. CCM Hockey equips more professional hockey players than any other company, including NHL and PWHL stars like Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, Sidney Crosby, Thatcher Demko, Kendall Coyne-Schofield, Sarah Nurse, Taylor Heise and Erin Ambrose. CCM Hockey is also an official supplier of the PWHL, and the official outfitter of the American Hockey League, the Canadian Hockey League, and several NCAA and National teams.
CTV News
21-05-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Changes looming for Montreal Victoire with PWHL expansion ahead
Montreal Victoire's Kati Tabin, back, celebrates her first goal of the season with teammate Erin Ambrose (23) against Ottawa Charge during third period PWHL action at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City, Sunday, January 19, 2025. Taber scored the winning goal as the team won 2-1 over the Ottawa Charge. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot
CBC
12-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
PWHL playoff notebook: Montreal Victoire in the driver's seat after 4OT win
Exactly a year ago Sunday, the Montreal Victoire battled over three overtime periods, only to come out on the wrong side of the game. The loss to the Boston Fleet put Montreal down 2-0 in the 2024 Walter Cup semifinal playoff series, a deficit the team couldn't come back from. This time around, the result was different. After an exhausting four overtime periods against the Ottawa Charge, Kristin O'Neill set up Quebec's own Catherine Dubois for the game winner in front of more than 7,100 fans inside Place Bell. The series is now tied 1-1. The 3-2 win was Montreal's first franchise playoff victory, after losing four playoff games over two seasons by just one goal each time. This Victoire team feels different than the one that was swept in the first round in 2024. For one, it's deeper. Montreal's fourth line played sparingly, if at all, during last year's series against the Fleet. This time, head coach Kori Cheverie is using her whole bench. Even in Game 1, which ended in regulation, the fourth-line players all logged more than 10 minutes each. The defence is deeper too. Defender Erin Ambrose played a stunning 61 minutes in triple overtime last year. In this year's marathon game, she still played nearly an hour. But first-round draft pick Cayla Barnes was there to put in more than 50 minutes of work on the blue line, which surely eased the load on Ambrose. WATCH | Victoire edge Charge with Dubois' winner in 4OT to even series: Victoire edge Charge with Dubois' winner in 4th OT to even series 21 hours ago Duration 1:53 Beyond the added depth, Cheverie pointed to another year of experience for many players and the Victoire's staff, who have worked hard on the mental preparation of what this year's playoffs could look like. They've been here before and they know what to expect. "[It was] being able to find a way to do the little things in a moment where one team is going to make a mistake and one team is going to capitalize on it," Cheverie said. "Keeping things as simple as possible within our own game plan, within our own individual abilities as well, was going to be crucial." Cheverie didn't like that her team gave up the game-tying goal to Ottawa Charge captain Brianne Jenner in the last minute of regulation in Sunday's game. But the team that gives up a last-minute goal like that doesn't usually end up on the winning side. Not so for the Victoire. The players didn't seem rattled, nor was goaltender Ann-Renée Desbiens, who stood tall despite facing 65 shots. "You know when your team keeps doing the right things like we did today, especially in overtime, that eventually we're going to get one," Desbiens said after Sunday's game. "So just make sure I make the saves so that the girls can have the opportunity they worked so hard for all game long and all overtime long." 'We never gave up' The Charge, meanwhile, left Montreal with a split against the top-seeded team, which is not a bad result. The players who spoke to reporters after the game didn't seem deflated after losing in quadruple overtime. In fact, defender Jocelyne Larocque said she felt the Charge had the momentum. "There's so much to be proud of," Larocque said after the game. "We never gave up." The Victoire may disagree that the Charge have the momentum, but Ottawa has proven that it can't be counted out. That starts with the captain, Jenner, who comes up big when this team needs her most, and extends to rookie goaltender Gwyneth Philips, who doesn't look like she's playing in her first PWHL playoff series. "For us, it's just about staying true to our process and the game that we've been playing," head coach Carla MacLeod said. "I thought we made some nice adjustments from Game 1 to Game 2. I thought we actually played a heck of a hockey game. So I think it's less about the emotion of the momentum and more just the detail of our game that can lend itself nicely to the next game." The series moves to Ottawa for Game 3 on Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET. Decision on Game 4 starter looming for Toronto While the Victoire and Charge made history for the longest PWHL game, the Minnesota Frost's 7-5 victory over the Toronto Sceptres was the highest scoring game the league has seen yet. Minnesota took a 2-1 series lead with the win, and have the chance to advance to the final on Wednesday at home. The game is set for 7 p.m. ET. The Frost's offence is heating up at the right time. The team has now scored 25 goals in the last five games, dating back to the regular season. Many know Frost defender Lee Stecklein as one of the best defensive defenders in the world. She excels at using her long stick to break up plays, and did a lot of that on Sunday. "She's that stability on the blue line, but also is the top of our power play [and] out there playing major minutes," Minnesota forward Taylor Heise said on Monday. Stecklein has found an offensive touch over the last five games. In that time, she's put up nine points including six goals. Her goal on Sunday gave Minnesota a commanding 3-0 lead. She also added an assist on Michela Cava's goal in the third period, which put the game away for the Frost. With offence coming from up front and the blue line — defender Sophie Jaques has seven points in the last five games — Minnesota has become a difficult team for Toronto to stop. Fewer slot chances would help. But some of the issue has been leaky goaltending from Sceptres starter Kristen Campbell, who has now allowed 14 goals over three playoff games. There was discussion about pulling Campbell for backup Carly "CJ" Jackson on Sunday, but the coaching staff decided to keep Jackson removed from the game. "If we so choose to use her in Game 4, at least she can come in fresh with her own start, feeling good about where she is," Ryan said on Monday. Regular backup Raygan Kirk is on long-term injured reserve and not expected to return during this series. That means the team has to decide whether to turn back to Campbell or switch to Jackson for a must-win playoff game on the road. Ryan also said the team has confidence in Campbell, who has had an up-and-down season. With no room for another loss, it could be a series-deciding question. "She knows she has to be better and we know she needs to be better," Ryan said about Campbell.
Reuters
19-04-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Champions Canada rout Finland to set up world final with US
CESKE BUDEJOVICE, Czech Republic, April 19 (Reuters) - Defending champions Canada thumped Finland 8-1 in the semi-final of the women's ice hockey world championship on Saturday to set up a somewhat predictable final against the United States. Canada and the U.S. have contested all but one of the 23 previous finals, with Finland denying Canada a place in the 2019 decider, and the two hockey powerhouses will meet again on Sunday after the U.S. edged hosts Czech Republic 2-1 in their semi-final at the Arena Ceske Budejovice. Finland, beaten 5-0 by Canada in the preliminary round, made a bright start but were ultimately undone in the final minutes of the second period by a ruthless Canadian side who had hammered Japan 9-1 in the previous round. The Finns took a shock lead in the opening minute, with Michelle Karvinen getting to the puck ahead of the goaltender. Canada calmly dealt with the early blow, and drew level through Erin Ambrose within two minutes and Marie-Philip Poulin put the champions ahead before the end of the first period. That goal made Poulin Canada's all-time leading points scorer at Women's World Championships with 87, overtaking Hayley Wickenheiser. Finland were unable to take advantage of the first power play of the match in the second period, and when Canada were restored to full strength they stretched their lead with Daryl Watts strike from behind the goal going in off the keeper. The goal was challenged by Finland for a missed offside, but the score stood and with the Finns punished for delaying the game, Watts scored again during the power play to make it 4-1. Emily Clark and Danielle Serdachny added another two goals for Canada before the end of the second period to leave Finland needing a miracle. Early in the final period, Finland had a five-minute power play, but it was Canada who scored again, through Claire Thompson and Sarah Nurse finished off the rout. Finland will now look to retain their bronze medal against the Czechs on Sunday.
