Unfortunately, the NWHL announced this afternoon that the remainder of the 2021 season will be suspended due to safety concerns after new positive COVID cases were confirmed:
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The NWHL and the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA) have agreed, due to new positive COVID-19 tests and the resulting safety concerns for the players, their respective staff &amp; the community that the remainder of the 2021 NWHL Season in Lake Placid have been suspended.
&mdash; NWHL (@NWHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1357061362921459715?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Though sad to see the season pause this way, we also want to recognize the amazing achievements of the brand new Toronto Six team, who at the time of suspension of play are sitting as the first seed. This season also showcased the overall commitment of the hockey community to growing the game, with incredible sponsorships (like this one, announced today:)
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Exciting news! <a href="https://twitter.com/DICKS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DICKS</a> Sporting Goods will be the official presenting sponsor of the Isobel Cup Championship!
Read More: <a href="https://t.co/SUG11QTK1n">https://t.co/SUG11QTK1n</a> <a href="https://t.co/YKDi4jh56Q">pic.twitter.com/YKDi4jh56Q</a>
&mdash; NWHL (@NWHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1356965769427488768?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2021</a></blockquote>
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And this one:
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<a href="https://twitter.com/Discover?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Discover</a> and National Women’s Hockey League Announce Landmark Partnership. Read more about the partnership here: <a href="https://t.co/2JO8kUAmPf">https://t.co/2JO8kUAmPf</a> <a href="https://t.co/yEj8JZ4cvZ">pic.twitter.com/yEj8JZ4cvZ</a>
&mdash; NWHL (@NWHL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1355153868812902401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Additionally, the semi-finals and finals were set to be broadcast live on NBCSN &#8211; a first for professional women&#8217;s hockey. Hopefully this carries over when the season continues.
There were so many inspiring firsts and celebratory moments in this short season so far, and we hope to see The Toronto Six and the rest of the league back on the ice soon.

Unfortunately, the NWHL announced this afternoon that the remainder of the 2021 season will be suspended due to safety concerns after new positive COVID cases were confirmed:

https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1357061362921459715?s=20

Though sad to see the season pause this way, we also want to recognize the amazing achievements of the brand new Toronto Six team, who at the time of suspension of play are sitting as the first seed. This season also showcased the overall commitment of the hockey community to growing the game, with incredible sponsorships (like this one, announced today:)

https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1356965769427488768?s=20

And this one:

https://twitter.com/NWHL/status/1355153868812902401?s=20

Additionally, the semi-finals and finals were set to be broadcast live on NBCSN - a first for professional women's hockey. Hopefully this carries over when the season continues.

There were so many inspiring firsts and celebratory moments in this short season so far, and we hope to see The Toronto Six and the rest of the league back on the ice soon.

NWHL suspends season due to COVID concerns

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