Kendall Cooper: From Burlington Ice to Forging the Next Wave of Women’s Hockey

Kendall Cooper joins Rinkside Rundown for an in‑depth interview about her journey from backyard rinks in Burlington, Ontario to becoming a standout defender and leader at Quinnipiac University.She shares what it takes to grow as a player and leader, and how she’s preparing to take the next step toward professional women’s hockey and the PWHL.This conversation was recorded before the 2025 PWHL Draft, where Kendall was selected sixth overall by the Minnesota Frost.Subscribe for weekly interviews and stories from the voices shaping women’s hockey.Sponsored by MB Performance Nutrition, helping hockey players fuel and perform at their best. Learn more: https://melissaboufounos.com