The Toronto Sceptres is a professional ice hockey team based in Toronto, Ontario, and competing in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL). They are one of the league's six charter franchises and play their home games at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Toronto Scepters had a strong start, finishing first in the inaugural regular season standings. They also set attendance records for several games, including the record-breaking "Battle on Bay Street" at Scotiabank Arena.
The team was founded in 2023, with Gina Kingsbury as the general manager and Troy Ryan as head coach. Toronto signed key players like Sarah Nurse and Jocelyne Larocque before their first season and later became the first team to clinch a playoff spot. However, they were eliminated after losing three consecutive games in the playoffs. After the season, forward Natalie Spooner won the Billie Jean King MVP award, and coach Troy Ryan was named Coach of the Year. In September 2024, the team was officially named the "Sceptres."
Toronto Sceptres roster
According to Pro Hockey News, The Toronto Sceptres announced their roster for the 2024-25 PWHL season on November 29, 2024. The team will host its season opener at Coca-Cola Coliseum against the Boston Fleet. Key forwards include Victoria Bach, Sarah Nurse, and rookies Noemi Neubauerová and Anneke Rankila.
Defenders are led by Renata Fast and Jocelyne Larocque, with Lauren Bernard and Rylind MacKinnon joining as rookies. Kristen Campbell returns as a goaltender, supported by Carly Jackson and rookie Raygan Kirk. Reserve players include Sam Cogan, Jess Kondas, and Olivia Knowles. Megan Carter and Natalie Spooner are on long-term injured reserve.
Toronto Sceptres forwards
According to the PWHL, The Toronto Sceptres' forward lineup for the 2024-25 season features returning players including Victoria Bach, Sarah Nurse, Emma Maltais, Hannah Miller, Blayre Turnbull, Maggie Connors, Jesse Compher, and Kaitlin Willoughby. The team has added rookies Noemi Neubauerová, Anneke Rankila, Izzy Daniel, and Julia Gosling.
| # | Name | Pos | Shoots | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Izzy Daniel | F | R | 2000-09-29 | Minneapolis, MN |
| 9 | Daryl Watts | F | L | 1999-05-15 | Toronto, ON |
| 15 | Anneke Rankila | F | R | 1999-11-10 | Lino Lakes, MN |
| 17 | Samantha Cogan | F | L | 1997-07-07 | Ottawa, ON |
| 18 | Jesse Compher | F | R | 1999-07-01 | Northbrook, IL |
| 20 | Sarah Nurse | F | L | 1995-01-04 | Hamilton, ON |
| 22 | Maggie Connors | F | L | 2000-10-22 | St. John's, NL |
| 24 | Natalie Spooner | F | R | 1990-10-17 | Scarborough, ON |
| 27 | Emma Maltais | F | L | 1999-11-04 | Burlington, ON |
| 28 | Kaitlin Willoughby | F | R | 1995-03-26 | Prince Albert, SK |
| 34 | Hannah Miller | F | L | 1996-02-16 | North Vancouver, BC |
| 40 | Blayre Turnbull | F | R | 1993-07-15 | Stellarton, NS |
| 51 | Victoria Bach | F | L | 1996-07-12 | Milton, ON |
| 61 | Noemi Neubauerová | F | R | 1999-12-15 | Prague, CZE |
| 67 | Emma Woods | F | R | 1995-12-18 | Burford, ON |
| 88 | Julia Gosling | F | L | 2001-02-21 | London, ON |
Toronto Sceptres defenders
According to the PWHL, The Toronto Sceptres' defensive unit for the 2024-25 season includes returning players like Renata Fast, Jocelyne Larocque, Kali Flanagan, and Allie Munroe. They are joined by rookies Lauren Bernard, a standout from Ohio State University, and Rylind MacKinnon from the University of British Columbia.
| # | Name | Pos | Shoots | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Jessica Kondas | D | R | 2000-01-03 | Calgary, AB |
| 3 | Jocelyne Larocque | D | L | 1988-05-19 | Ste. Anne, MB |
| 6 | Kali Flanagan | D | R | 1995-09-19 | Burlington, MA |
| 12 | Allie Munroe | D | L | 1997-04-20 | Yarmouth, NS |
| 14 | Renata Fast | D | R | 1994-10-06 | Burlington, ON |
| 19 | Lauren Bernard | D | L | 2001-07-15 | Madison, OH |
| 23 | Megan Carter | D | L | 2001-05-23 | Milton, ON |
| 55 | Rylind MacKinnon | D | L | 2000-03-05 | Cranbrook, BC |
Toronto Sceptres goalies
According to the PWHL, The Toronto Sceptres' goaltending trio for the 2024-25 season is led by returning netminders Kristen Campbell and Carly "CJ" Jackso. They are joined by rookie Raygan Kirk.
| # | Name | Pos | Catches | DOB | Home town |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raygan Kirk | G | L | 2001-03-11 | Ste. Anne, MB |
| 50 | Kristen Campbell | G | L | 1997-11-30 | Brandon, MB |
| 70 | Carly Jackson | G | L | 1997-06-23 | Amherst, NS |
FAQs on Toronto Sceptres
A. The Toronto Sceptres were founded in 2023.
A. As of 2024, the head coach of Toronto Sceptres is Troy Ryan.
A. The captain of Toronto Sceptres is Blayre Turnbull, as of 2024.
A. The Toronto Sceptres plays at Coca-Cola Coliseum.
A. The Toronto Sceptres is owned by the Mark Walter Group.
