Cara Gardner Morey has been appointed as the general manager of the Vancouver expansion franchise in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) after a successful seven-year tenure as the women's hockey coach at Princeton University. Her leadership at Princeton saw the Tigers capture their first ECAC conference tournament title and achieve a record-breaking 26-win season. Gardner Morey's experience also includes coaching roles with Hockey Canada and a stint with the Philadelphia Flyers as a developmental camp coach.

Her immediate tasks involve establishing coaching and support staffs for the new team, along with preparations for the league's expansion draft and signing period. Notably, her former players at Princeton, Sarah Fillier and Claire Thompson, were top draft picks in the PWHL, highlighting Gardner Morey's impact on player development. The Vancouver franchise aims to bring top-tier women's hockey to a growing fanbase in a city that recently hosted a sold-out event, signaling strong interest and support for women's sports.

Vancouver's Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has announced the appointment of Cara Gardner Morey as the General Manager for its new franchise, PWHL Vancouver. With over 14 years of experience coaching women's ice hockey, including a highly successful tenure at Princeton, Gardner Morey is recognized for her expertise in player development and her commitment to advancing women's sports. Under her leadership, Princeton's women's team has achieved significant milestones, including its first ECAC tournament title and multiple NCAA quarterfinal appearances.

Gardner Morey expressed her excitement regarding this new role, highlighting her goal to cultivate a competitive team that embodies Vancouver's passionate spirit as they aim for the Walter Cup. She has a proven track record of mentoring elite athletes, with several of her former players achieving Olympic success. This appointment signifies a pivotal moment for women's hockey in Canada, reinforcing the PWHL's commitment to excellence and growth in the sport.