New girl's hockey association for Cobourg and area

More than 80 girls signed up for a new all-female hockey association starting this fall, leaving the Cobourg Community Hockey League a bit beleaguered.
Trish Davidson, a member of the steering committee behind the initiative, said the West Northumberland Girls Hockey Association will offer seven to nine rep teams that will compete in the North Metro Girls Hockey League and the Central East Girls Hockey League, as well as house league teams for girls seven to 21 and beginners house league for women over 21.
There have been some parents questioning how organized the league is going into the season, but assurances from Davidson claim they are ready to go.
This is an exciting development for young women in the community. Until now, there were limited opportunities for all-women hockey. Many girls, particularly young ones, were left to play on mixed teams in the CCHL. The league continues to be committed to supporting young women, but this new league will raise a lot of interest.
It is not unusual for women to form their own sports teams. The Cobourg Angels baseball organization in town is huge and supports some excellent rep softball teams in Ontario.
In light of the increased interest in supporting women's hockey in Canada, this league comes at a great time. The Clarkson Cup is raising awareness of the high calibre of the game. And, these young women in Northumberland can pursue their own dreams of becoming the next Hayley Wickenheiser.