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ICE IN THEIR VEINS
Women’s Relentless Pursuit of the Puck

Author: Ian Kennedy

Women have been playing hockey since the beginning—but their fights took place off the ice. 

Hockey wasn’t meant to include girls. Women attracted to the speed, finesse and physicality of the game had to overcome condescending attitudes, lack of resources, legal barriers and even sexual assault in their quest for legitimacy and ice time. For more than 150 years, their gender was questioned, monitored, hidden, disparaged and trivialized. Even so, teams were formed and stars emerged. Early tournaments were catalysts, inspiring pioneers with visions of what could be. From “the miracle maid” of the early 20th century to members of today’s Professional Women’s Hockey League, these are the stories of women who truly had ice in their veins.

  • Non-Fiction, 228pp
  • ISBN 978-1-990160-42-4 (paperback)
  • ISBN 978-1-990160-43-1 (e-book)
  • 6″ x 9″
  • To be published October 2024
  • Paperback: CA $26.95  / US $22.95
  • Ebook: CA $16.95 / US $14.95

Ice in Their Veins, Fire in Their Hearts – an Essential Narrative of Resilience, Progress, and Passion on the Ice
 . . . The vivid descriptions of pivotal games and the behind-the-scenes challenges faced by players create an emotional connection that is sure to resonate with readers, whether they are ice hockey fans or newcomers to the sport.

Tobias Stark, Nordic Sport Science Forum

An enlightening deep dive into the rich history of women’s hockey. From those who won gold medals, to the women who never had the chance, Ice in Their Veins brings to life the collaborative journey to play the game we love, and build a brighter future

Cammi Granato

Kennedy hits the mark in delivering powerful and inspirational stories of overcoming obstacles and triumph of the history of women in hockey. You can feel the passion for the game in this book. Ice in Their Veins is a must-read and a book that will leave you inspired.

Natalie Darwitz