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Savolainen gaining confidence in her second year with the Charge
Summary
Ronja Savolainen says she has grown more confident in her second PWHL season while learning from veteran Jocelyn Larocque, and she scored in Ottawa’s 4-2 win over the Vancouver Goldeneyes.
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Ronja Savolainen is in her second season in the Professional Women's Hockey League and says she has gained confidence and comfort. She plays defence for the Ottawa Charge alongside veteran Jocelyn Larocque. Savolainen scored on a rebound in a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Goldeneyes. Both players are expected to represent their countries at the Milan Cortina Games next month.
Noted details:
- Ronja Savolainen is a 28-year-old Finnish defenceman now playing her second season with the Ottawa Charge.
- She scored Ottawa’s first goal on a rebound in a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Goldeneyes.
- Savolainen credits partner Jocelyn Larocque, who was acquired from Toronto, with helping improve her game.
- Jocelyn Larocque, 37, praised Savolainen’s size, physical play, shot, vision and defensive work.
- Larocque was named to Canada’s Olympic team and Savolainen will represent Finland at the Milan Cortina Games next month.
- The article notes the launch of the PWHL is affecting international rosters as more players join the league.
Summary:
Savolainen’s increased confidence is reflected in her play for the Charge and in a recent game where she scored in a 4-2 win. Both she and Larocque are set to compete at the Milan Cortina Games next month, and the piece reports the PWHL is shaping international team rosters.
