"Having former female college/university and professional players transition to coaching or development roles is vital for the continued growth of the women's game. Young girls should be able to gain the knowledge and experience from women who have played at the highest levels and apply that in a safe and inclusive environment, allowing them to thrive and grow, not just as hockey players but as people."
- Julie Allen
Bio
A native of Brampton, Ontario, Julie played NCAA Division I hockey at the University of New Hampshire from 2008-2011. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from UNH in 2011. After college, Julie continued her playing career in the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL) with the Toronto Furies from 2013-2019. Julie was a member of the 2014 roster that led the Furies to a Clarkson Cup Championship. During the 2020-2021 season, Julie was a member of the Toronto Six of the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL).
In addition to her playing career, Julie boasts an extensive background in coaching and skill development. Julie has coached five seasons as both an assistant and head coach at the U15AA and U22 Elite level. Over the past decade, Julie's primary focus has been on-ice skill development. She held roles as a skill instructor at Varsity Hockey (Brampton, Ont.), Journey to Excel (Etobicoke, Ont.) and Everest Academy (Vaughn, Ont.). Most recently, Julie has lead the on-ice development program for the Etobicoke Dolphins Association, working with all skill levels and age groups including U9, U11, U13, U15 and U18.
It's always rewarding to see the impact of one's efforts on the progress and growth of others, helping them develop the skills and abilities necessary to succeed at higher levels of competition. Some of Julie's former players that she has worked with have been part of Junior, Team Ontario, NCAA and U Sport programs and continue to find success in their hockey careers.
Get in Touch
Email: julieallenhockey@gmail.com