Three Toronto players, Sarah Nurse, Natalie Spooner, and Jamie Lee Rattray, were instrumental in leading Team Canada to a 3-0 victory over Switzerland in the Women’s World Hockey Championship on Tuesday.
Nurse, Spooner, and Rattray, who all play for the Toronto Furies in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), showcased their skills on the international stage as they helped secure Canada’s second win of the tournament.
The game started off with a strong offensive push from Canada, with Spooner scoring the first goal just over five minutes into the first period. Nurse, who was named the game’s MVP, added to the lead with a goal in the second period, followed by Rattray’s goal in the third period to seal the victory.
The trio’s performance was praised by head coach Troy Ryan, who noted their chemistry and familiarity with each other from playing together in the PWHL.
“They’re all great players in their own right, but when you put them together, they have a special chemistry,” said Ryan.
Nurse, who is also a member of the Canadian Women’s National Team, credited her teammates for their strong performance.
“We have a great group of players here and we all work well together,” said Nurse. “It’s always an honour to represent Canada and to be able to contribute to a win is even better.”
Spooner, who is a veteran on the national team, echoed Nurse’s sentiments and emphasized the importance of teamwork.
“We have a lot of talented players on this team, but it’s our teamwork and chemistry that sets us apart,” said Spooner.
Rattray, who was making her debut at the Women’s World Hockey Championship, was thrilled to contribute to the team’s success.
“It’s a dream come true to represent Canada at this level and to be able to score a goal is just the cherry on top,” said Rattray.
With this win, Canada remains undefeated in the tournament and will face off against the United States on Thursday in a highly anticipated matchup.
The PWHL trio’s strong performance has solidified their role as key players on the national team and has given Canada a strong chance at winning their first gold medal since 2012.
