Breaking Barriers: How women’s hockey is shaping a strong, inclusive community [Video]

Fans, both young and old, have heralded the camaraderie and kindness amongst followers of the teams. 

On a recent Wednesday evening, inclusivity was on full display. The Toronto Sceptres hosted the New York Sirens for Indigenous Heritage Night and Nursey Night.

Nursey Night is an initiative where Sceptres player Sarah Nurse partnered with the Black Girls Hockey Club Canada to bring young Black girls out to experience professional hockey.

When speaking with Sceptres supporters outside Coca-Cola Coliseum, the community vibe was on full display. 

“The quality of the hockey community is amazing,” said Heather Catton, a registered massage therapist from London, Ont. “The fact that it’s growing and there’s options for girls is amazing.”

Heather and her 10-year-old daughter, Scarlett, …