Hockey Holiday Gift Guide: For the Girls
- Chloe Glass
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, a birthday, or just because, this guide highlights thoughtful gifts that help female hockey players train smarter, recover better, and build confidence on and off the ice. From physical performance boosters to mental game tools, these presents help athletes show up strong and resilient at every level.
The Empowered Athlete by Danielle McDonough
Written by former Division I and professional hockey player and mental performance coach Danielle McDonough, this book teaches athletes how to:
Navigate sports pressure with confidence
Build self-worth beyond wins and losses
Manage nerves and stress in competition
Develop mental resilience that carries into life
It’s a thoughtful present that reinforces that hockey success starts as much in the mind as it does on the ice.
The Hockey Emergency Kit
Put together a mini “toolkit” filled with the little things she never realizes she needs, until she really needs them. These game-day essentials can be lifesavers in the locker room or on the road:
Phillips head screwdriver
Laces
Extra tape
Scissors
Body spray and deodorant wipes
Blade re-edger
Stick wax
Shower shoes
Bonus points if you pack it all in a cute toiletry bag.
Golf Balls (Trust Me)
When I played u12 on the Colonials in New Jersey, my coach (and former Olympian) Shelley Looney gave me and each of my teammates a hand painted golf ball for Christmas - each had our last name and numbers on them. She told us that golf balls were the best for practicing stickhandling, and that, by the end of the season, the paint should be so worn off that you can no longer see what she did.
I cherished it so much that I begged my parents to buy me a set of golf balls, so I didn't have to ruin the one Shelley gave me (even though she told us to). I still have my golf ball in my hockey bag today, 15 years later.
So, last season when I coached a u16 girls team, I hand painted 20 golf balls and handed them out to each of my players.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Takeover Tour is coming to cities across the U.S. and Canada, offering a unique and sporting experience outside the league’s regular market cities. The 2025-26 Tour includes 16 neutral-site games in cities like Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Halifax, Washington, D.C., and more.
Cornhole but make it hockey. I'm obsessed with mine.
How it's Played: The first team/player to reach 11 or 21 points wins. You can score either 1 point or 3 points per SAUCER Pass. One point for sliding it up the white board and 3 points for swish or only riding up The Original Sauce Kit Ramp / Goal.
If you’re looking for a gift that goes far beyond gear, The Champion Method is a powerful investment in a hockey player’s long-term development.
This interactive program is designed specifically for athletes who are ready to take ownership of their growth, both on and off the ice. It combines structure, accountability, and education to help players build sustainable habits that support peak performance.
This special event, hosted by the Girls & Women’s Hockey Academy, brings girls hockey players closer to the game they love with a mix of learning, community, and elite-level live competition.
What’s Included
Pre-game seminar with expert coaches, nutritionists, sports psychologists, and athletic trainers — a chance to learn from professionals about what it takes to perform and prepare like an elite player.
Game tickets to watch the New York Sirens take on another top PWHL team in a live matchup — great for seeing elite women’s hockey up close and personal.
Post-game Q&A with Sirens players — an amazing opportunity for girls to ask questions and get insight into life on and off the ice at the professional level.
February 26, 2026 — Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
Training and Recovery Gadgets
Rebounder / passing trainer – for stickhandling & passing reps.
Shooting targets / net blockers – improve accuracy & shot placement.
Puck-handling balls / weighted pucks – enhance control & strength.
Resistance bands & slide boards – boost stride power and agility.
Weighted training balls or medicine balls – explosive core & upper body.
Speed parachute or agility ladder – acceleration & footwork.
Shot speed radar – track improvements in shot velocity.
High-quality foam roller / mobility balls – self-myofascial release.
Bonus: For the Hockey Mom in Your Life
Designed for hockey moms, by a hockey mom
Stylish apparel that combines comfort and a love for the game both in and out of the rink.