Did You Know - Female Hockey

A Sport of Skill, Confidence, and Community

Female hockey continues to grow rapidly across Alberta, with more than 11,000 players lacing up their skates—and the numbers keep climbing. Whether a girl is stepping onto the ice for the first time or has been playing for years, there are countless ways to get involved. Programs range from learn-to-play intro sessions to competitive leagues and development pathways, providing opportunities for every age and experience level.

Female hockey offers girls the chance to stay active, challenge themselves, and build friendships that extend far beyond the rink. Here’s what makes the sport such a meaningful experience:

• A Healthy, Active Lifestyle: Players build strength, endurance, and confidence while having fun in a supportive environment.
• Positive Development: Hockey helps girls set goals, work toward them, and learn from both success and setbacks, skills that carry into school, work, and life.
• Teamwork and Belonging: Working together toward shared goals fosters connection, responsibility, and camaraderie.
• Leadership Opportunities: Female athletes learn to communicate, make decisions under pressure, and take on leadership roles that help prepare them for life beyond sport.
• A Sport for Life: Many participants continue playing into adulthood through recreational leagues, coaching, officiating, or volunteering.

A Game for Every Girl

Female hockey invites players of all backgrounds and skill levels to discover their love for Canada’s game. With growing programs across Alberta and increased visibility of women’s hockey at national and professional levels, there has never been a better time to get involved.

Why Try Girls Hockey?

It’s fun, empowering, and full of opportunities. Whether a girl dreams of scoring a winning goal or simply wants to stay active with friends, hockey offers a place where she can grow, succeed, and enjoy the game for life.

Girl's Hockey in Lethbridge

• Clubs - The Lethbridge Cyclones, a division of LMHA provides hockey programs for 160+ females each year, ranging from our Future Olympians program to U18, in various levels of competition.
• Events - Lethbridge Cyclone Classic - January 30th - February 1st. U11, U15-1, U15-2, and U18-2 teams play at the Cavendish Farms Centre. Spectators get in FREE.

Step onto the ice and discover the possibilities—girls’ hockey opens the door to skills, friendships, and experiences that last a lifetime.