Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey
The Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team is a collegiate ice hockey team that represents Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. The team competes in the NCAA Division I and plays in the ECAC Hockey Conference. The team, which was established in 1998, is one of the most successful women's ice hockey programs in the United States.
History of Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey
The Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team was established in 1998 with Rick Seeley as the head coach. Seeley led the team to its first win in its inaugural season. Since then, the team has continued to grow and has become a powerhouse in women's ice hockey.
The team has won three regular-season ECAC Hockey Conference titles and two ECAC Hockey Tournament titles. The Bobcats have also made appearances in the NCAA Tournament six times, with their best finish being a runner-up in 2015. The team has also won two Nutmeg Classic titles, a tournament that features teams from Connecticut.
Coaching Staff
The current head coach of the Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team is Cassandra Turner. Turner, who played for Quinnipiac from 2007-2011, became the head coach in 2018. Before becoming head coach, Turner was an assistant coach for the team for six seasons.
Along with Turner, the team's coaching staff includes assistant coach Chelsea Laden, assistant coach Amanda Colliton, and director of hockey operations Kaily Blythe.
Player Accomplishments
The Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team has had numerous players receive individual honors and awards. Among them are:
- Kendall Coyne Schofield - Patty Kazmaier Award winner (2016) and Olympic gold medalist (2018)
- Nicole Kosta - ECAC Hockey Defender of the Year (2014) and ECAC Hockey Tournament MVP (2014)
- T.T. Cianfarano - ECAC Hockey Rookie of the Year (2015) and ECAC Hockey Tournament MVP (2018)
- Chelsea Laden - ECAC Hockey Goaltender of the Year (2015) and All-ECAC Hockey Second Team (2015)
- Taylor House - ECAC Hockey Best Defensive Forward (2019) and All-ECAC Hockey First Team (2019)
These players, along with many others, have helped make the Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's ice hockey.
Facilities
The Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team plays their home games at the People's United Center, which was built in 2007. The arena has a seating capacity of 3,386 and features state-of-the-art facilities, including a video scoreboard and VIP seating.
The team also has access to the York Hill Campus Athletic Fields, which includes a 4,000-seat soccer and lacrosse stadium, a softball field, and practice fields for various sports.
Joining the Team
If you are a talented ice hockey player and are interested in joining the Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team, there are a few things you should know. The team recruits players from all over the United States and Canada, and they also offer walk-on tryouts for those who are interested.
To be eligible to play for the Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team, you must meet the NCAA's academic and eligibility requirements. You must also demonstrate a high level of skill and dedication to the sport.
Conclusion
The Quinnipiac Bobcats Women's Ice Hockey team is an impressive program that has made a name for itself in the world of women's ice hockey. With a talented coaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and a roster of skilled players, the team is poised to continue its success for years to come.
