The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has announced that neck guards will be mandatory for all players beginning with the league's fourth season. The decision aims to enhance player safety across the six-team league.
The rule change was confirmed as league executives, including executive vice president of hockey operations Jayna Hefford and executive vice president of business operations Amy Scheer, unveiled the logo for the inaugural PWHL All-Star Game in Toronto on September 24, 2026.
