The 2022-23 Premier Hockey Federation player pool includes a record 68 Canadians of which 15 have been selected as All-Stars to represent their country in Sunday’s competition in Toronto.
Here’s a closer look at the PHF Team Canada All-Stars:
8 KELLY BABSTOCK (MET) F
This season became the sixth player in PHF history to eclipse the 100-game milestone.
“Kelly can take over games when executing her battle mentality. She is a scoring threat due to her hard, quick snapshot and she is one of the best checkers in this league. Kelly is able to protect the puck and make plays with patience. Always full of energy.” – Riveters head coach Venla Hovi.
8 ÉLIZABETH GIGUÈRE (BOS) F
2020 Patty Kazmaier Award winner made her senior national team debut during November’s Rivalry Series.
“One look at Elizabeth’s NCAA stats and you know you are dealing with a talented player. She is a player who is more than capable of scoring when her team needs it most, but she is a playmaker, too, and that is what makes her so dangerous. We have missed her quite a bit this season as she has competed with Team Canada, but when she is in the lineup, we are undoubtedly a better team.” – Pride president Colleen Coyne.
9 KATI TABIN (TOR) D
Tied for the PHF lead in scoring among defenders with 13 points in 14 games.
“Kati is a very offensive-minded defender. She is obviously very skilled as well, and is used heavily in all situations. She is my go-to defenseman, and is a player who logs a lot of ice time. Kati is another player who works hard and wants to get better everyday.” – T6 head coach Geraldine Heaney.
12 CATHERINE DAOUST (MON) D
Had the primary assist on Montreal’s first goal in franchise history scored by Ann-Sophie Bettez.
“Catherine Daoust is the definition of La Force de Montréal. She’s selfless, a hard worker, a true leader, and a great player. She makes tons of sacrifices day in day out for this team and I’m grateful of that.” – Force president Kevin Raphael.
13 KALEIGH FRATKIN (BOS) D
All-Star captain is a two-time Defender of the Year who is the all-time leading scorer at her position with 82 points in 129 games.
“Fratty has been a major part of our defensive core for six seasons now, and she has proven her All-Star capabilities time and time again. It is an honor for her to be selected as captain of Team Canada by her fellow teammates, and we know she will be a great leader as evidenced by her time on the Pride.” – Pride head coach Paul Mara.
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