Justin Levine
@justinlevine.bsky.social
Budding Sports Communications Professional. Former Media Relations Coordinator and Website Manager for the 2023 Isobel Cup Champion Toronto Six in the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF)🏆
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I thought Julie Chu had a pretty tough choice ahead of her: at the upcoming Olympics, does she root for her former team, the US, or for her wife – one of Team Canada’s assistant coaches? But she impressed me with a grounded, loving answer. This ep is well worth a listen! 🏒🇨🇦🇺🇸
Everyone loves the TV show “Heated Rivalry,” but we’ve got the real thing! Rivals-turned-wives Caroline Ouelette, 4x Team Canada Olympian, & Julie Chu, 4x Team USA Olympian, on dating the enemy & why they kept their relationship on the DL until after they retired.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:17 PM
I thought Julie Chu had a pretty tough choice ahead of her: at the upcoming Olympics, does she root for her former team, the US, or for her wife – one of Team Canada’s assistant coaches? But she impressed me with a grounded, loving answer. This ep is well worth a listen! 🏒🇨🇦🇺🇸
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Everyone loves the TV show “Heated Rivalry,” but we’ve got the real thing! Rivals-turned-wives Caroline Ouelette, 4x Team Canada Olympian, & Julie Chu, 4x Team USA Olympian, on dating the enemy & why they kept their relationship on the DL until after they retired.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
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January 19, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Everyone loves the TV show “Heated Rivalry,” but we’ve got the real thing! Rivals-turned-wives Caroline Ouelette, 4x Team Canada Olympian, & Julie Chu, 4x Team USA Olympian, on dating the enemy & why they kept their relationship on the DL until after they retired.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/g...
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With the benefit of his 25 years – something he feels especially keenly when he's around 19-year-old Victoria Mboko – Felix Auger-Aliassime has some words of wisdom on how to deal with her rocket rise.
Our piece for the Canadian Press:
opencourt.ca/2026/01/17/m...
Our piece for the Canadian Press:
opencourt.ca/2026/01/17/m...
January 17, 2026 at 4:21 AM
With the benefit of his 25 years – something he feels especially keenly when he's around 19-year-old Victoria Mboko – Felix Auger-Aliassime has some words of wisdom on how to deal with her rocket rise.
Our piece for the Canadian Press:
opencourt.ca/2026/01/17/m...
Our piece for the Canadian Press:
opencourt.ca/2026/01/17/m...
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Nela Lopušanová, the Slovakian teen phenom, gained worldwide attention for her Michigan goal at U18s in 2023.
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
After going viral 3 years ago, a teen hockey phenom is set to take another bold leap
Nicknamed “The Video Game,” 17-year-old Nela Lopušanová has been on a journey since her famed "Michigan" goal at u18 women's worlds.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Nela Lopušanová, the Slovakian teen phenom, gained worldwide attention for her Michigan goal at U18s in 2023.
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
Now in North America, she’s spent 3 years growing into more than a viral sensation.
“She has the potential to be the best player in the world.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/695...
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In purely Canadian fashion as only Canada can do, a sold-out Scotiabank Centre welcomed the PWHL Takeover Tour to Halifax, celebrating a triumphant first stop to kick off the 25/26 tour.
As @justinlevine.bsky.social details, it was a smashing success!
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As @justinlevine.bsky.social details, it was a smashing success!
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December 22, 2025 at 5:57 PM
In purely Canadian fashion as only Canada can do, a sold-out Scotiabank Centre welcomed the PWHL Takeover Tour to Halifax, celebrating a triumphant first stop to kick off the 25/26 tour.
As @justinlevine.bsky.social details, it was a smashing success!
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/halifax-a-...
As @justinlevine.bsky.social details, it was a smashing success!
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/halifax-a-...
In purely Canadian fashion as only Canada can do, a sold-out Scotiabank Centre welcomed the PWHL Takeover Tour to Halifax, celebrating a triumphant first stop to kick off the 25/26 tour.
I recount the smashing success for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/halifax-a-...
I recount the smashing success for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:47 PM
In purely Canadian fashion as only Canada can do, a sold-out Scotiabank Centre welcomed the PWHL Takeover Tour to Halifax, celebrating a triumphant first stop to kick off the 25/26 tour.
I recount the smashing success for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/halifax-a-...
I recount the smashing success for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/halifax-a-...
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FULL HOUSE IN HALIFAX‼️
The first stop of the 2025-26 PWHL Takeover Tour sets the bar with a sold-out crowd of 10,438!
Le premier match de La Grande Tournée LPHF donne le ton avec une foule de 10 438 partisan·es, une soirée à guichets fermés!
The first stop of the 2025-26 PWHL Takeover Tour sets the bar with a sold-out crowd of 10,438!
Le premier match de La Grande Tournée LPHF donne le ton avec une foule de 10 438 partisan·es, une soirée à guichets fermés!
December 18, 2025 at 1:55 AM
FULL HOUSE IN HALIFAX‼️
The first stop of the 2025-26 PWHL Takeover Tour sets the bar with a sold-out crowd of 10,438!
Le premier match de La Grande Tournée LPHF donne le ton avec une foule de 10 438 partisan·es, une soirée à guichets fermés!
The first stop of the 2025-26 PWHL Takeover Tour sets the bar with a sold-out crowd of 10,438!
Le premier match de La Grande Tournée LPHF donne le ton avec une foule de 10 438 partisan·es, une soirée à guichets fermés!
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With the PWHL Takeover Tour being held out east in Halifax this week, it’s a homecoming of sorts for Toronto captain Blayre Turnbull, who is returning to the town where her professional hockey dream first took root.
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more.
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@justinlevine.bsky.social has more.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:51 PM
With the PWHL Takeover Tour being held out east in Halifax this week, it’s a homecoming of sorts for Toronto captain Blayre Turnbull, who is returning to the town where her professional hockey dream first took root.
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more.
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@justinlevine.bsky.social has more.
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As the PWHL makes its first trip out east to Halifax, it’ll be a homecoming of sorts for Toronto Sceptres captain Blayre Turnbull as she prepares to return to the town where her professional hockey dream first took root for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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December 16, 2025 at 6:06 PM
As the PWHL makes its first trip out east to Halifax, it’ll be a homecoming of sorts for Toronto Sceptres captain Blayre Turnbull as she prepares to return to the town where her professional hockey dream first took root for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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In a powerful display of unity on Thursday night at Coca-Cola Coliseum, the Toronto Sceptres rallied around Ottawa Charge Head Coach Carla MacLeod during their Stick It To Cancer Night.
On a touching tribute to MacLeod for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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On a touching tribute to MacLeod for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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December 7, 2025 at 8:01 PM
In a powerful display of unity on Thursday night at Coca-Cola Coliseum, the Toronto Sceptres rallied around Ottawa Charge Head Coach Carla MacLeod during their Stick It To Cancer Night.
On a touching tribute to MacLeod for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
On a touching tribute to MacLeod for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
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In a powerful show of unity on Thursday night at Coca-Cola Coliseum, the Toronto Sceptres rallied around Ottawa Charge Head Coach Carla MacLeod during their Stick It To Cancer Night.
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more on a touching tribute to MacLeod.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more on a touching tribute to MacLeod.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
December 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
In a powerful show of unity on Thursday night at Coca-Cola Coliseum, the Toronto Sceptres rallied around Ottawa Charge Head Coach Carla MacLeod during their Stick It To Cancer Night.
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more on a touching tribute to MacLeod.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
@justinlevine.bsky.social has more on a touching tribute to MacLeod.
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/worth-1000...
I recently spoke with Daniele Sauvageau to discuss her Hockey Hall of Fame induction, her role with the Italian Women’s National Team, and the newly-rebuilt Montreal Victoire as they begin a new chase for the Walter Cup for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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November 13, 2025 at 2:47 PM
I recently spoke with Daniele Sauvageau to discuss her Hockey Hall of Fame induction, her role with the Italian Women’s National Team, and the newly-rebuilt Montreal Victoire as they begin a new chase for the Walter Cup for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
👉 herhockeyherway.substack.com/p/a-life-in-...
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I recently caught up with Brianna Decker to chat about her Hockey Hall of Fame induction, her transition to coaching, and her new position with the @pwhlfrost.bsky.social as the team starts preparations for a new season for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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From Ice Warrior to Bench Mentor: Brianna Decker on Hall of Fame Induction, Transition to Coaching, and New Role with Frost
Hockey icon Brianna Decker talks about her Hockey Hall of Fame induction, life after the game, and her newest endeavour helping shape the Minnesota Frost’s future.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
I recently caught up with Brianna Decker to chat about her Hockey Hall of Fame induction, her transition to coaching, and her new position with the @pwhlfrost.bsky.social as the team starts preparations for a new season for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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I recently sat down with @kdonk.bsky.social to chat about her new book, Breakaway, the @thepwhl.com’s expansion interests, and what’s next for the @victoire-lphf.bsky.social as the league heads into its third season for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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October 28, 2025 at 5:34 PM
I recently sat down with @kdonk.bsky.social to chat about her new book, Breakaway, the @thepwhl.com’s expansion interests, and what’s next for the @victoire-lphf.bsky.social as the league heads into its third season for @herhockeyherway.bsky.social
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The first pitch was thrown and it couldn’t have been more perfectly imperfect: Juuuust a bit outside.
The Milwaukee Brewers spent months meticulously planning the celebration of life for Bob Uecker.
Take a trip down memory lane:
The Milwaukee Brewers spent months meticulously planning the celebration of life for Bob Uecker.
Take a trip down memory lane:
Brewers remember, celebrate late Bob Uecker: ‘This is a chance for all of you to say goodbye’
The memorial program interspersed testimonials with a four-part video that recounted Uecker's life, career and his connection to Milwaukee.
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August 25, 2025 at 1:01 AM
The first pitch was thrown and it couldn’t have been more perfectly imperfect: Juuuust a bit outside.
The Milwaukee Brewers spent months meticulously planning the celebration of life for Bob Uecker.
Take a trip down memory lane:
The Milwaukee Brewers spent months meticulously planning the celebration of life for Bob Uecker.
Take a trip down memory lane:
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🎙️ New Episode Alert!
We’re celebrating a milestone on Rinkside Rundown—our 1-year anniversary!
This week, I’m joined by Olympic gold medalist and TV analyst Sami Jo Small!
Check it out make sure to subscribe!
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(Photo: Speakers Bureau of Canada)#womenshockeyey
We’re celebrating a milestone on Rinkside Rundown—our 1-year anniversary!
This week, I’m joined by Olympic gold medalist and TV analyst Sami Jo Small!
Check it out make sure to subscribe!
linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
(Photo: Speakers Bureau of Canada)#womenshockeyey
January 2, 2025 at 5:27 PM
🎙️ New Episode Alert!
We’re celebrating a milestone on Rinkside Rundown—our 1-year anniversary!
This week, I’m joined by Olympic gold medalist and TV analyst Sami Jo Small!
Check it out make sure to subscribe!
linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
(Photo: Speakers Bureau of Canada)#womenshockeyey
We’re celebrating a milestone on Rinkside Rundown—our 1-year anniversary!
This week, I’m joined by Olympic gold medalist and TV analyst Sami Jo Small!
Check it out make sure to subscribe!
linktr.ee/rinksiderundow…
(Photo: Speakers Bureau of Canada)#womenshockeyey
Wishing all my friends and colleagues here on Bluesky a happy, healthy and joyful new year. As we reflect on the year that was, may we look forward to a prosperous 2025 full of joy, success, personal growth, and togetherness! #NewYear2025
January 2, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Wishing all my friends and colleagues here on Bluesky a happy, healthy and joyful new year. As we reflect on the year that was, may we look forward to a prosperous 2025 full of joy, success, personal growth, and togetherness! #NewYear2025
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Michela Cava and Emma Greco are no longer teammates on the ice, but the off-ice partners remain PWHL regulars and support each others' careers from afar.
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Partners Michela Cava and Emma Greco Adjusting to Playing Hockey in Separate Cities
Michela Cava and Emma Greco are no longer teammates on the ice, but the off-ice partners remain PWHL regulars and support each others' careers from afar.
thehockeynews.com
December 4, 2024 at 11:06 PM
Michela Cava and Emma Greco are no longer teammates on the ice, but the off-ice partners remain PWHL regulars and support each others' careers from afar.
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
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In my feature on Poulin and Stacey, Canadian hockey great Caroline Ouellette opened up about how women’s hockey was covered at the 1998 Olympics. That it scarred her.
“It silenced me for years”
Words matter. Here’s that part of the story.
“It silenced me for years”
Words matter. Here’s that part of the story.
November 21, 2024 at 7:10 PM
In my feature on Poulin and Stacey, Canadian hockey great Caroline Ouellette opened up about how women’s hockey was covered at the 1998 Olympics. That it scarred her.
“It silenced me for years”
Words matter. Here’s that part of the story.
“It silenced me for years”
Words matter. Here’s that part of the story.
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“If there’s no spot available, I’ll make one"
Audrey-Anne Veillette and Samantha Isbell Continue Quest For PWHL Contracts.
✍️ @patlaprade.bsky.social
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Audrey-Anne Veillette and Samantha Isbell Continue Quest For PWHL Contracts.
✍️ @patlaprade.bsky.social
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
“If there’s no spot available, I’ll make one" - Veillette, Isbell Continue Quest For Contracts
Audrey-Anne Veillette and Sam Isbell know they're fighting uphill battles against the odds and numbers, but both are committed to doing everything they can to make a roster spot with Ottawa, even if one doesn't currently exist.
thehockeynews.com
November 21, 2024 at 5:27 PM
“If there’s no spot available, I’ll make one"
Audrey-Anne Veillette and Samantha Isbell Continue Quest For PWHL Contracts.
✍️ @patlaprade.bsky.social
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
Audrey-Anne Veillette and Samantha Isbell Continue Quest For PWHL Contracts.
✍️ @patlaprade.bsky.social
thehockeynews.com/womens/pwhl/...
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Toronto Sceptres forward Kaitlin Willoughby plays a balancing act between being a professional hockey player and a nurse. It's a relationship she's come to value.
Kaitlin Willoughby Skates A Career Balancing Act
Toronto Sceptres forward Kaitlin Willoughby plays a balancing act between being a professional hockey player and a nurse.
thehockeynews.com
November 21, 2024 at 4:22 PM
Toronto Sceptres forward Kaitlin Willoughby plays a balancing act between being a professional hockey player and a nurse. It's a relationship she's come to value.
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There is something profoundly beautiful watching people find their freedom. Become all they’ve wanted to be. And sharing it with the world.
Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey have found that place together.
Grateful for their trust in sharing their story.
Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey have found that place together.
Grateful for their trust in sharing their story.
November 21, 2024 at 1:40 PM
There is something profoundly beautiful watching people find their freedom. Become all they’ve wanted to be. And sharing it with the world.
Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey have found that place together.
Grateful for their trust in sharing their story.
Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey have found that place together.
Grateful for their trust in sharing their story.
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LINEMATES TO LIFEMATES
Only now are Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey ready to talk about it all. About their hopes and dreams and fears. How they kept their love hidden. Not anymore.
This is their hockey love story.
My CBC Sports exclusive: www.cbc.ca/sports/longf...
Only now are Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey ready to talk about it all. About their hopes and dreams and fears. How they kept their love hidden. Not anymore.
This is their hockey love story.
My CBC Sports exclusive: www.cbc.ca/sports/longf...
www.cbc.ca
November 21, 2024 at 1:27 PM
LINEMATES TO LIFEMATES
Only now are Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey ready to talk about it all. About their hopes and dreams and fears. How they kept their love hidden. Not anymore.
This is their hockey love story.
My CBC Sports exclusive: www.cbc.ca/sports/longf...
Only now are Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey ready to talk about it all. About their hopes and dreams and fears. How they kept their love hidden. Not anymore.
This is their hockey love story.
My CBC Sports exclusive: www.cbc.ca/sports/longf...
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HOCKEY POWER COUPLE
Marie-Philip Poulin. Captain Canada. Clutch in the biggest moments on the ice. Now ready to share their story. Alongside her wife and teammate Laura Stacey. Vulnerable. Raw. And real.
Watch the full video here: youtu.be/_F5gzhFvdbY?...
Marie-Philip Poulin. Captain Canada. Clutch in the biggest moments on the ice. Now ready to share their story. Alongside her wife and teammate Laura Stacey. Vulnerable. Raw. And real.
Watch the full video here: youtu.be/_F5gzhFvdbY?...
November 21, 2024 at 1:22 PM
HOCKEY POWER COUPLE
Marie-Philip Poulin. Captain Canada. Clutch in the biggest moments on the ice. Now ready to share their story. Alongside her wife and teammate Laura Stacey. Vulnerable. Raw. And real.
Watch the full video here: youtu.be/_F5gzhFvdbY?...
Marie-Philip Poulin. Captain Canada. Clutch in the biggest moments on the ice. Now ready to share their story. Alongside her wife and teammate Laura Stacey. Vulnerable. Raw. And real.
Watch the full video here: youtu.be/_F5gzhFvdbY?...
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Finnish star Ronja Savolainen wants to make an impact with Ottawa Charge
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/sports/finni...
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/sports/finni...
Finnish star Ronja Savolainen wants to make an impact with Ottawa Charge
MONTREAL - Finnish star Ronja Savolainen wants her opponents to fear driving the net when she’s on the ice.
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca
November 21, 2024 at 3:20 AM
Finnish star Ronja Savolainen wants to make an impact with Ottawa Charge
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/sports/finni...
www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/sports/finni...