PWHL picks Seattle for 2nd expansion franchise
Briefly

The Premier Women's Hockey League (PWHL) will add Seattle as its second franchise for the upcoming season, alongside Vancouver, boosting its presence in the Pacific Northwest. This expansion is part of a broader strategy aimed at growing the league to ten teams by the 2026-27 season. Executive VP Amy Scheer emphasized the geographical sense and potential rivalries this move creates, indicating there are significant business motivations behind the expansion plans. The PWHL's proactive engagement with more than 20 markets has set the stage for continued growth in women's sports.
Seattle's addition to the PWHL strengthens its presence in the Pacific Northwest, with plans to expand to 10 teams by the 2026-27 season.
The PWHL's expansion plan is accelerated by positive feedback during its search, targeting more markets and building rivalries like Seattle and Vancouver.
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