After a successful collegiate career at Princeton, Sarah Fillier is now setting her sights on a professional hockey career by entering the PWHL draft. Fillier, a standout player from Canada, reflected on her time at Princeton where she excelled both academically and athletically, finishing among the Tigers' all-time scoring leaders while earning a degree in psychiatry.
Fillier is part of a talented group of prospects entering the PWHL draft, which includes a mix of college players, experienced veterans, and international talent. The draft order is led by New York, followed by Ottawa and Minnesota, with Boston, Montreal, and Toronto rounding out the selections.
Notable prospects include Colgate center Danielle Serdachny, U.S. national players Hannah Bilka and Cayla Barnes, and experienced players like Amanda Kessel and Claire Thompson. The influx of talent, including European players like Noora Tulus, adds depth and competition to the league.
The PWHL, with its limited roster spots, is aiming to attract more international players to enhance its status as a premier women's league. The league's growth is evident with players from non-traditional hockey markets like Texas and California making their mark.
Defending champion Minnesota faces changes as GM Natalie Darwitz departs, with coach Ken Klee overseeing the team's draft selections. A unique situation arises with player Abby Boreen, who is draft-eligible despite being part of Minnesota's championship team due to signing a reserve contract after not declaring for the draft last year.
The PWHL draft presents an opportunity for players to showcase their skills and compete for coveted roster spots, with the league's focus on fostering talent and advancing women's hockey on a global scale.
