The Montreal Victoire is a professional ice hockey team based in Montreal, Quebec, and competing in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL). The team is one of the league’s six charter franchises and plays its home games at Place Bell in Laval, Quebec. Their colors are burgundy, sand, and storm, representing their unique identity within the league.
The team was founded in 2023 and initially operated under league branding before adopting the name "Victoire" in 2024. They made history in their inaugural season with notable achievements, including breaking attendance records for women’s hockey and clinching a playoff berth.
Montreal Victoire roster
According to Our Sports Central, The Montreal Victoire announced their 2024-25 roster featuring 23 active players, 3 reserves, and 2 players on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) on November 27, 2024. Key signings include Alexandra Labelle, Dara Greig, Clair DeGeorge, Anna Wilgren, Anna Kjellbin, and Sandra Abstreiter, with several rookies joining from the 2024 PWHL Draft. Returning stars include Marie-Philip Poulin and Erin Ambrose.
As per Our Sports Central, General Manager Danièle Sauvageau expressed confidence in the roster, emphasizing its chemistry and readiness for the new season. The Victoire will open its campaign on November 30, hosting the Ottawa Charge at Place Bell.
Montreal Victoire forward
According to the PWHL, The Montreal Victoire forward lineup for the 2024-25 season features 15 players. Key players include captain Marie-Philip Poulin from Beauceville, QC, and rising talents like Lina Ljungblom from Skövde, Sweden, and Jennifer Gardiner from Surrey, BC. The roster also includes standout performers such as Mikyla Grant-Mentis from Brampton, ON, Laura Stacey from Kleinburg, ON, and Maureen Murphy from Buffalo, NY.
| # | Name | Pos | Shoots | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Laura Stacey | F | R | 1994-05-05 | Kleinburg, ON |
| 8 | Gabrielle David | F | R | 1999-06-22 | Drummondville, QC |
| 12 | Jennifer Gardiner | F | L | 2001-09-18 | Surrey, BC |
| 13 | Alexandra Labelle | F | L | 1996-02-27 | Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague, |
| 17 | Dara Greig | F | L | 2000-12-30 | Camden, NJ |
| 18 | Mikyla Grant-Mentis | F | L | 1998-07-15 | Brampton, ON |
| 21 | Maureen Murphy | F | R | 1999-12-15 | Buffalo, NY |
| 22 | Kennedy Marchment | F | R | 1996-12-06 | Marmora, ON |
| 24 | Abby Boreen | F | R | 2000-04-03 | Somerset, WI |
| 25 | Lina Ljungblom | F | L | 2001-10-15 | Skövde, SWE |
| 26 | Clair Degeorge | F | L | 1999-06-07 | Anchorage, AK |
| 28 | Catherine Dubois | F | L | 1995-07-29 | Charlesbourg, QC |
| 29 | Marie-Philip Poulin | F | L | 1991-03-28 | Beauceville, QC |
| 42 | Claire Dalton | F | R | 2000-03-20 | Toronto, ON |
| 43 | Kristin O'Neill | F | L | 1998-03-30 | Oakville, ON |
Montreal Victoire defenders
According to the PWHL, The Montreal Victoire defensive roster for the 2024-25 season includes standouts like Erin Ambrose from Keswick, ON, and Amanda Boulier from Watertown, CT. International talents include Anna Kjellbin from Gothenburg, Sweden, and Dominika Lásková from Prague, Czech Republic.
| # | Name | Pos | Shoots | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Mariah Keopple | D | R | 2000-06-27 | Menomonie, WI |
| 3 | Cayla Barnes | D | R | 1999-01-07 | Corona, CA |
| 4 | Catherine Daoust | D | R | 1995-02-21 | Île Bizard, QC |
| 5 | Anna Wilgren | D | L | 1999-11-10 | Hudson, WI |
| 9 | Kati Tabin | D | L | 1997-04-21 | Winnipeg, MB |
| 23 | Erin Ambrose | D | R | 1994-04-30 | Keswick, ON |
| 44 | Amanda Boulier | D | R | 1993-03-30 | Watertown, CT |
| 51 | Kelly Ann Nadeau | D | R | 1998-03-30 | Mont-Laurier, QC |
| 71 | Anna Kjellbin | D | R | 1994-03-16 | Göteberg, SWE |
| 96 | Dominika Lásková | D | R | 1996-12-20 | Prague, CZE |
Montreal Victoire goalies
According to the PWHL, The Montreal Victoire's goaltending lineup for the 2024-25 season features Elaine Chuli from Waterford, ON, Sandra Abstreiter from Freising, Germany, and Ann-Renée Desbiens from Clermont, QC.
| # | Name | Pos | Catches | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Elaine Chuli | G | L | 1994-05-16 | Waterford, ON |
| 30 | Sandra Abstreiter | G | L | 1998-07-23 | Freising, GER |
| 35 | Ann-Renée Desbiens | G | L | 1994-04-10 | Clermont, QC |
FAQs on Montreal Victoire
A. The Montreal Victoire plays at Place Bell.
A. The Montreal Victoire was founded in August 29, 2023.
A. The Montreal Victoire is owned by the Mark Walter Group.
A. The general manager of Montreal Victoire is Danièle Sauvageau.
A. The head coach of Montreal Victoire is Kori Cheverie.
