The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has mandated neck guards for all players beginning with its fourth season, according to an Associated Press report. The league announced the new safety requirement on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The rule aims to enhance player protection across all six teams. File photos from March and September 2026 show PWHL games and league executives, including Jayna Hefford and Amy Scheer, at events in Toronto.
PWHL Mandates Neck Guards for All Players Starting Fourth Season
