Being committed to the game offers numerous advantages, but don’t be fooled: dealing with the stress of trades, constant travel, family obligations, career instability, injuries, and extended separations during the prime of your life is a demanding task. Introducing the off-ice leaders—glamorous, intelligent, globe-trotting women who navigate the challenges of another intense hockey season. From newcomers to the league to those whose partners are Stanley Cup champions or approaching retirement, these women create their own support network, uplifting each other through the ups and downs of their personal and professional lives.