The top pick in the PWHL Draft is ready to lace up her skates at training camp.
Sarah Fillier, 24, signed a one-year deal with the New York Sirens on Friday, the team announced, clearing the way for her to report for Day 1 of camp later this month.
Fillier helped Canada win gold at the 2022 Olympics and also has played for the country at the past four world championships, taking the title three times.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Sarah Fillier to the New York Sirens family,” Sirens general manager Pascal Daoust said in a statement released by the team. “When Sarah steps on the ice, she brings an energy that ignites both her teammates and fans alike. Her game combines passion, excitement, growth and a relentless pursuit of excellence."
The native of Georgetown, Ont., was a three-time Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award finalist as NCAA player of the year at Princeton.
“Playing in the PWHL will be a dream come true, and I cannot wait to make New York my home,” said Fillier. “I am excited to get on the ice with my teammates in front of the best fans in the league. I want to help elevate women’s sport to new heights and make girls across the world realize their dreams of playing professional hockey are within reach.”
Fillier joins the Sirens for the PWHL’s second season. New York finished last among six teams in the inaugural season with just nine wins in 24 games.
The Sirens will play the vast majority of their home games at the New Jersey Devils’ arena in Newark after splitting time between three sites across the area.
-- With files from the Associated Press
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