Instead of introducing the starting lineups, the NWHL tonight put the focus on the U.S. National Team players on the Pride and Whale, as their colleagues stood behind them.
Photo Credit: Michelle Jay/NWHL
March 16, 2017, 7:40 pm – Warrior Ice Arena, Boston Pride vs Connecticut Whale Semifinal Playoff Game
Public Address Announcer:
Traditionally, this is the part where we introduce tonight’s starting lineups.
But in light of recent events, it is imperative that we change the script.
Introducing the members of the 2017 UNITED STATES National Team!
From the Connecticut Whale
– At Forward, #22 Haley Skarupa
– Forward, #61 Kelli Stack
– Forward, #17 Dana Trivigno
– Forward, #44 Zoe Hickel
From YOUR Boston Pride
– At defense, #22 Kacey Bellamy
– Forward, #25 Alex Carpenter
– Forward, #14 Brianna Decker
– Forward, #17 Meghan Duggan
– Forward, #21 Hilary Knight
– Defender, #19 Gigi Marvin
– and at Forward, #16 Amanda Pelkey
