Women's Hockey | 1/29/2026 9:00:00 AM

The York University Lions women's hockey team returns to home ice this weekend for a crucial double-header at Canlan Ice Sports York.

The action kicks off Friday at 7:00 pm against the Nipissing Lakers, for their first meeting of the 2025-26 season. While the Lakers secured a 4-0 shutout early in the 2024-25 season, the Lions proved their resilience in the rematch with a gritty 2-1 overtime victory. History suggests another competitive battle is on the horizon.

Beyond the competitive action on the ice, Friday's matchup is a central part of the Lions Roar for the Cure initiative, run alongside the annual U SPORTS Shoot for the Cure campaign. The money raised from this event helps fuel groundbreaking research that is improving cancer treatments, preventing cancer, and saving lives. You can contribute to this year's fundraising goal by donating online through the official York Lions team page.

On Saturday at 3:00 pm, the Lions shift their focus to the Queen's Gaels. York will be hungry for redemption after falling 3-0 to the Gaels in their previous meeting this season.

Saturday afternoon's game will serve as the program's annual Senior Day. The team will hold a ceremony to recognize graduating student-athletes Lexy Anonech, Abbey McMillan, Sara McLennan, Julianna Duma, Abby Hicks, Alexa Giantsopoulos, and Jill Milligan.

You can secure your tickets to support the Lions at home this weekend HERE.