The University of Toronto Varsity Blues women's hockey head coach Vicky Sunohara continues to expand her impact on the women's hockey community in the City of Toronto, taking on the role of Coach Consultant with the Toronto Sceptres of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL).

As announced by the Sceptres on Tuesday (Nov. 12) morning, the Olympic and World Championship gold medalist has been hired to provide expert insight and guidance to the Sceptres coaching staff. Following the conclusion of the U SPORTS season in late-March, this is expected to become a more hands-on role as the Sceptres get set to begin their second season in the newly formed PWHL in the coming weeks.

"It is such an incredible honour to be a part of this amazing group of inspiring athletes and staff. I am both humbled and excited to join the Toronto Sceptres to work with and learn from some of the best people in the game, while continuing as Head Coach of the University of Toronto Varsity Blues," shares Vicky Sunohara. "This opportunity means so much to me, I can't wait to support the coaches and athletes in any way I can to help continue the success of this group in Year Two of the PWHL."

Adding to a busy year of announcements for Sunohara, she was most recently inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, in addition to being named head coach for the U18 Canadian Women's National Team.

"There are very few people who are as passionate about the game as Vicky Sunohara," explains General Manager Gina Kingsbury. "A legendary player who led by example on a daily basis. Vicky has not only shown her talent in our game as an athlete, but has also brought her knowledge to build a successful coaching career. We are thrilled to have Vicky join our Sceptres family, not only for the knowledge and experience she will bring to our team, but also for her character and leadership. This is a great addition for our entire organization."

The Sceptres open their 2024-25 campaign on Saturday, Nov. 30, welcoming the Boston Fleet to Coca-Cola Coliseum. Meanwhile, Sunohara and the Varsity Blues have six more games in the month of November before the OUA's winter break, with four of the six on home ice at Varsity Arena. U of T currently hold a 6-3 record to sit second in the OUA East standings.