The Canadian university women’s hockey showcase event La Matanie est hockey
concludes its run in Matane, Quebec, with a matchup between the University of Montreal Carabins and the University of New Brunswick Reds, ici.radio-canada.ca reported. The exhibition contest brings top-tier U Sports hockey to the region on Saturday night at the Colisée Béton provincial de Matane.
University Champions Head to Matane
The Montreal Carabins enter the weekend following a national championship run in March, where the program captured its third U Sports title in history. Denis Gauthier, co-founder of the event, notes that university play sits just below the newly established professional ranks. Le hockey universitaire c’est presque l’embranchement avant de tomber au nouveau niveau de la Ligue [professionnelle] de hockey féminin, représentée par la Victoire de Montréal,
Gauthier said.
Growth in Regional Registration Numbers
Nelson Gagnon, co-founder of the event, notes that registration figures have climbed steadily since the 2023-2024 season. Aujourd’hui, on parle de 10 000 jeunes filles et femmes qui évoluent dans le hockey féminin au Québec,
Gagnon stated. The local impact remains visible in Matane, where 23 girls play minor hockey alongside a 30-player recreational league operating independently within the community. Gauthier observed that similar participation patterns span neighboring municipalities including Sainte-Anne-des-Monts and Gaspé.
Colisée Béton provincial Host Details
The Saturday night finale is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. start time at the Colisée Béton provincial de Matane. The event serves as the final fixture of the La Matanie est hockey
initiative, designed to highlight elite women’s competition for local spectators. Organizers expect a high level of play from both university squads as the event concludes its multi-day schedule in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
Frequently Asked Questions About the University Hockey Match
What teams are playing in the Matane hockey showcase?
The University of Montreal Carabins face the University of New Brunswick Reds. The Carabins secured their national championship in March.
Where is the game taking place?
The match is hosted at the Colisée Béton provincial de Matane. Puck drop is scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
How many female hockey players are registered in the region?
Quebec counts 10,000 girls and women playing hockey, according to event co-founder Nelson Gagnon. Locally, Matane features 23 minor hockey participants and a 30-player adult recreational group.
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