With the regular season wrapped up and the playoffs looming, the NWHL has announced the winners of the 2016-2017 NWHL Awards. Four different New York Riveters claimed awards, reflecting well-deserved recognition for their brilliant play on the ice in addition to tireless contributions off the ice.
New York Riveters Award Winners:
Best Goaltender - Katie Fitzgerald
Katie Fitzgerlad has been a revelation for this year’s Riveters team, as I had noted during last Sunday’s thrilling season conclusion:
New York’s goaltending situation was in serious doubt heading into this season. Expected starter Jaimie Leonoff announced that she would miss the entire season due to injury.