WE, as a league do not want support from ANY openly racist platform. Point blank,PERIOD. If you,as the CEO cannot recognize that your platform promotes that of white supremacy & only further divides the athletic community, perhaps we need have a conversation. Pls keep your money.
Today I stepped onto the ice & knew that every one of my teammates had my back. Kneeling or not kneeling, the one thing that is for sure is that we as the
@riveters
organization, know that there is no longer a place for racism in our sport. Today, I found a new love for the game!
My thoughts, experience and story on racism in hockey. This is not to offend anyone but instead bring awareness and promote togetherness within the hockey community!🤎🏒✊🏾
Please be aware of the purpose behind
#BlackOutTuesday
. Instead of simply posting a Black square on your timeline, here are ways you can contribute instead. Visit the link in bio to donate to bail funds!
I want to take a minute to acknowledge & appreciate those who have taken the time out of their day to donate to
@BlackGirlHockey
! This Organization means the world to me & we are truly making a difference in these young Black Queens lives!👸🏽
*Click the link below to donate*
In addition to the End Racism patches worn & the social justice t-shirts I will be rocking every game, I will also be raising money to support Black Girl Hockey Club & its scholarship fund over the course of the
@NWHL
Bubble!
Elevate. Educate. Empower
I am so frustrated to hear that the
@IIHFHockey
Women’s U18 World’s is being cancelled again. To this date, playing in the Canadian jersey and getting to represent my country is easily one of my most proud and favorite moments in my hockey career. This is so crazy and unfair!🤯🤦🏽♀️
Hockey should be accessible for everyone. By working with
@BlackGirlHockey
, I’m hoping to ensure that more Black girls have the opportunities they deserve. Thank you
@PlayersTribune
for sharing my story!
My goal is to see Black people genuinely happy and welcomed in the hockey area…Mission accomplished for the day! Thank you
@MapleLeafs
for some pre season fun at our
@BlackGirlHockey
meet up! 🖤🏒👸🏽
The replies to my tweet show that our fight as Black individuals and specifically as hockey players, is far from over. This is why we’re fighting to be seen & heard. Their lack of education & inability to open up their minds to learn has resulted in ignorance & misunderstanding.
GOOD news of the day: I’m so proud of my youngest brother, Malachi (10)! He’s one of four finalist for the OMHA Essay Contest, presented by Respect in Sport! My little dude can WRITE!💪🏽🔥
Hockey always has been a leader in inclusivity, far ahead of the other major North American sports.
So how did the NHL's ill-advised ban — and reversal — on its players using Pride tape happen?
@MarkLazerus
looks into the NHL's Pride tape fiasco ⤵️
🔗:
I’d be lying if I told you I wasn’t nervous to share my mental health journey. The truth is we don’t talk about it enough. By sharing my story I hope other young women can relate but feel empowered knowing that it’s okay not to be okay!
#BellLetsTalk
Saroya Tinker plays for the PHF’s Toronto Six. She’s also a Yale grad, an artist and a mentor to Black female hockey players. All while dealing with an eating disorder and depression.
For
#BellLetsTalk
Day, she explains how she finds therapy in her art:
Despite the negativity & hate received over the past few months for speaking up about racial injustices, I still have faith in humanity due to the kind & loving messages I have been fortunate enough to receive as well. This is a reminder to ALL, that you are LOVED & APPRECIATED.
Absolutely disgusting! And some people still wonder and question why we have to develop safe spaces for BIPOC individuals in hockey…🤯 so disheartening!
Nazem Kadri’s wife shares what their family has endured for the past 48 hours through the Jazzy Kadri Instagram account.
These racist attacks are sickening.
Big news for women's hockey: The Premier Hockey Federation (
@PHF
, formerly the NWHL) will make ESPN+ its exclusive U.S. broadcasting partner for the 2021-22 season, home to all 60 regular-season games and Isobel Cup playoffs. Details:
Currently on the bus to Lake Placid for the
@NWHL
Bubble reading and reviewing our Winter
@BlackGirlHockey
scholarship applications and there’s nothing I’d rather be doing! These young ladies AMAZING!
Thank you
@Riveters
for everything you’ve done for me, but it’s time to return home to the
@TheTorontoSix
!!!
“We’ll see what’s bout’ to happen next!”
@Drake
As hockey continues to waver on inclusivity,
@lukeprokop_6
is a shining light in the sport. The first openly gay man drafted by an NHL team, he is loved & supported by so many in the hockey community-even though recent news seems contrary to that. Tune in tn on TSN at 9:30PM!🌈🏒
This is a big step forward for women’s hockey
@NWHL
! Thank you to all of our sponsors and dedicated individuals working behind the scenes to make this happen!💪🏽
INVEST IN WOMEN.
HIRE WOMEN.
PAY WOMEN.
The National Women’s Hockey League today announced a substantial salary cap increase for its seventh season in 2021-22, doubling it from $150,000 to $300,000 per team.
Details 💵:
I’m currently at the
@IIHFHockey
Women’s World Championship Gold medal game with two of my
@saroyastrong
mentees and one of them just said “oh wow this is so much faster than the men”...just wanted to put that out there💁🏽♀️👀
ITS OK TO NOT BE OK! I speak up b/c I know so many others struggle w/ mental health & as many kind & loving messages as I received yesterday, others may not have that support! Sometimes it’s the little things that can help those struggling daily. Speak up,reach out & spread love!
To anyone who:
- Lacks the understanding of the racist practices occurring in todays society
- Wants to know how they can help & become more involved
- Needs an open & listening ear
- Needs prayer & positivity
Pls DM me—I would love to answer your questions, educate &pray w/ you
Well hello there,
@saroyatinker71
! It's great to see Saroya recognized in NHL22! (*hint hint* use the QR Code and watch the video) Also, as a benefit of my WIP PHF roster work, in my BeAPro I get to see AND play with Saroya on the Stars! :D
I could not be more excited to announce my partnership with the brand known for pushing boundaries & empowering athletes!
Thank you,
@sherwoodhockey
, for believing in me & helping to make sure there are more little girls who look like me playing the sport I love.
#teamsherwood
Some of you white folk need to check yourselves. Seriously. Speak up. STAND WITH US. Help create change, because in case you haven’t realized, it doesn’t matter how loud us Black folk scream-we still continue to be shot down and dehumanized.
#Lookinthemirror
Just a reminder to all the POWERFUL and OUTSPOKEN women out there—keep being unapologetic about who you are! You are not intimidating they are INTIMIDATED.👏🏽
“Dear Saroya, if you only knew.”
Bookended by the words of Maya Angelou and her poem Phenomenal Woman,
@saroyatinker71
reads a powerful letter she wrote to her younger self.
|
#BlackHistoryMonth
Update on this disciplinary case from the Ukrainian Hockey League. The Ice Hockey Federation of Ukraine has issued a suspension of 3+10 games against Andri Denyskin for his racist gesture.
Full decision (in Ukrainian):
She was the first superstar of women's hockey and one of the first two women to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
This
#BlackHistoryMonth
, we celebrate Angela James.
#BHM
|
@Rogers
Thank you to those who have invested in us! True change can be made when we partner and grow with companies and organizations that fit our brand, mission and core values! Feeling so excited, appreciative and blessed right now!
The PHF is excited to announce a commitment from the Board of Governors to invest over $25 million in direct payments to its players over the next three years, with a salary cap increase up to $750,000 per team for next season.
Read more about
#TodaysPHF
I am so excited to announce my new podcast—Shut Up and Play: an inside look at athletes as activists!
Follow us
@shutupnplaypod
and tune into episode 1 dropping July 13th! But for now, check out the trailer below and our website for more!
#SaroyaSpeaks
Hey
@AirCanada
, thanks for blatantly racially profiling me at the lounge tonight in Edmonton, Alberta. You will most definitely be receiving a phone call from me tomorrow…
Colour Commentary debut✔️
Had a great time working along side veteran
@kenzzzzers
! Not only do I love watching many of my friends & former teammates play in the
@thepwhlofficial
but I love that Ive found a new spot in hockey that ALMOST gives me the same thrill as playing😉🎤😎
Although it is not our job to educate those on the acts & histories of systemic racism, here are a few resources for those looking to do their part in helping to make a change. For more information, links & sources, visit my “Food 4 Thought” IG highlights
Y’all...we’ve raised $29,005 for the Black Girl Hockey Club Scholarship Fund...only $995 short of my goal of $30,000! It’d be THE BEST Birthday present EVER if you’d help me reach my goal!👀🤩🎉🎈
Reading some of these tweets regarding weed... and yet again...some of you need to educate yourselves because the ish I’m reading is WACK😪🤦🏽♀️Yk how many professional athletes use marijuana for medicinal purposes?!?
"It makes it a lot easier when I decided to be unapologetically me."
@Riveters
defenceman
@saroyatinker71
joined
@TaraSlone
to discuss her journey to the
@NWHL
and how she’s become a prominent voice for inclusion and diversity in hockey.
Home Team Heroes | Presented by
@Sobeys
Saroya Tinker is pretty pumped up about her first point as a member of the Toronto Six. She gets a primary assist on Maegan Beres' first goal in the PHF. It's 5-1, Toronto.
I asked my 11yr brother if he has a crush on anyone in his class this year… he told me he doesn’t like any of the girls in his class because none of them have ever had
@Popeyes
and he just can’t relate to that…😂
We sure did! But we have yet to be officially added to the squad—I’ve got passion, intelligence, ideas and some Black Girl Magic to add to the HDA Team if they’d like though!
The PHF goal of the weekend undoubtedly goes to
@saroyatinker71
who blasted home her first goal as a pro during
@BlackGirlHockey
Night in Newark against the Rivs on Saturday. Tinker's reaction to the crowd after her goal was fantastic.
I love hockey.
Hey
@ecachockey
, there are more important things to be posting than custom wallpapers. How about we spread awareness throughout the league about Black lives & promoting diversity & inclusion in the hockey community. I suggest replacing some of your referees as a first step...
It's
#WallpaperWednesday
, and we're making custom
#ECACHockey
wallpapers today!
Respond to this tweet (before 12 pm) with your name and number, and we'll get working ‼️
One of the best parts of the
#PWHL
is getting to see new broadcasters shine.
Saroya Tinker (
@saroyatinker71
) is making her colour commentator debut tonight alongside vet
@KenzieTSN
. Hockey staple & colour rookie
@JSB_TV
was fabulous in New York last week.
@dponticelliTV
is