{"id":16797,"date":"2025-11-14T13:05:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T19:05:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/dallas\/2025\/11\/14\/professional-womens-hockey-league-announces-neutral-site-game-in-dallas-this-year\/"},"modified":"2025-11-14T13:05:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T19:05:10","slug":"professional-womens-hockey-league-announces-neutral-site-game-in-dallas-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/dallas\/2025\/11\/14\/professional-womens-hockey-league-announces-neutral-site-game-in-dallas-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional Women\u2019s Hockey League announces neutral site game in Dallas this year"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction to the Professional Women\u2019s Hockey League<\/h1>\n

The Professional Women\u2019s Hockey League (PWHL) announced a neutral site game at Dallas\u2019 American Airlines Center later this year as part of its 2025-26 PWHL Takeover Tour. This exciting announcement is a significant milestone for the league, which is rapidly gaining popularity across the United States and Canada.<\/p>\n

The game, which will feature the New York Sirens and the Seattle Torrent, will be played on December 28 at 5 p.m. The 16-game tour will take place across 11 cities in the United States and Canada, with Dallas being one of seven locations that will be hosting the league for the first time.<\/p>\n

Background and Significance of the PWHL Takeover Tour<\/h2>\n

\u201cWith Dallas continuously ranking as a top spot for sports, we\u2019re truly humbled and honored to be a part of PWHL\u2019s\u202fTakeover Tour,\u201d AAC general manager Dave Brown said in a news release. \u201cLast year\u2019s matchups brought record-breaking awareness to the sport, and we can\u2019t wait to make this year bigger and better.\u201d The PWHL Takeover Tour is an essential part of the league’s efforts to promote women’s hockey and increase its visibility across North America.<\/p>\n

The 2025-26 edition of the PWHL tour marks an increase in games from the nine that were played a season ago. Games drew an average of more than 13,500 fans (123,601 in total) during last year\u2019s tour, demonstrating the growing interest in women’s hockey.<\/p>\n

Expansion and Growth of the PWHL<\/h3>\n

The PWHL is entering its third season and adding two new expansion teams in 2025, including Seattle, which will be in the middle of its inaugural season when it comes to Dallas. The Minnesota Frost has won the Walter Cup, the PWHL\u2019s championship trophy, in the league\u2019s first two seasons. This expansion is a testament to the league’s success and its potential for further growth.<\/p>\n

The addition of new teams and the increase in games are expected to bring more excitement and competition to the league, which will ultimately benefit the sport of women’s hockey as a whole. The PWHL’s commitment to promoting women’s hockey and providing opportunities for female players is commendable, and its efforts are likely to have a positive impact on the sport’s development.<\/p>\n

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Conclusion<\/h6>\n

In conclusion, the PWHL Takeover Tour is an exciting development for women’s hockey, and the addition of new teams and games is expected to bring more excitement and competition to the league. The league’s commitment to promoting women’s hockey and providing opportunities for female players is commendable, and its efforts are likely to have a positive impact on the sport’s development.<\/p>\n

FAQs<\/h6>\n

Q: What is the PWHL Takeover Tour?<\/p>\n

A: The PWHL Takeover Tour is a series of games played by the Professional Women\u2019s Hockey League across the United States and Canada.<\/p>\n

Q: Which teams will be playing in the PWHL Takeover Tour game in Dallas?<\/p>\n

A: The New York Sirens and the Seattle Torrent will be playing in the PWHL Takeover Tour game in Dallas.<\/p>\n

Q: When and where will the game be played?<\/p>\n

A: The game will be played on December 28 at 5 p.m. at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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