First PWHL Game at Madison Square Garden Was Something Special

About this episode

Jim Cerny recounts the historic first PWHL game at Madison Square Garden, highlighting key moments and the atmosphere of the event.

Jim Cerny was there for the historic first PWHL game ever played at MSG — 18,000+ fans, Billie Jean King dropping the puck, and a Sirens win in the shootout. He breaks down what made the night unforgettable.

People in this episode

Host: Jim Cerny

Topics covered

• PWHL
• hockey
• Madison Square Garden
• sports history
• women's sports

Keywords

• PWHL
• Madison Square Garden
• Billie Jean King
• hockey
• women's sports
• Sirens
• shootout

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: PWHL

Places: Madison Square Garden, MSG

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