Five Former Stoney Creek Jr. Sabres Set for 2025 PWHL Draft
Stoney Creek continues to be a pipeline for elite women’s hockey talent.
Stoney Creek continues to be a pipeline for elite women’s hockey talent. Five former Jr. Sabres have declared for the 2025 PWHL Draft, set for June 24, marking another strong showing from the program on the national stage.
Among those entering the draft:
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Megan Warrener (University of Connecticut)
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Brooke Becker (Providence College)
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Kendall Cooper (Quinnipiac University)
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Vanessa Upson (Mercyhurst University)
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Lauren Messier (Dartmouth College)
All five have taken different routes through NCAA Division I hockey, but their paths trace back to the same place—Stoney Creek, where they developed the habits and compete-level that define the Jr. Sabres.
The PWHL, now in its second year, has quickly become the top destination for the women’s game. With rosters stacked with Olympians and college standouts, breaking into the league is no small feat. For these five, it’s the next step in a journey built on consistency, grit, and big-game experience.
Stoney Creek will be watching closely on draft day. The jerseys may change, but the foundation was built here.