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Record 18,006 Fans Attend PWHL Game at Madison Square Garden

4/6/2026

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Sirens Set Attendance Record

The Professional Women's Hockey League game between the New York Sirens and Seattle Torrent at Madison Square Garden on April 5, 2026 drew 18,006 fans, a new U.S. attendance record for women's hockey.
The attendance surpassed the previous mark of 17,335 for women's hockey in the United States.
The Sirens won 2-1 in a shootout, with Sarah Fillier scoring the tying goal and Maja Nylén Persson netting the winner in the shootout.
Since January 2024, the PWHL has broken its attendance record eight times, signaling growing interest in women's professional hockey.

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Women’s Hockey Milestone

The Madison Square Garden game drew 18,006 fans and marked a pivotal moment for women's hockey.
Player Knight highlighted the caliber of play and the engaged fan base.
Coach O'Rourke noted the night’s importance outweighed the result.
Fillier described her emotional experience during the National Anthem, as she felt the crowd's energy.
PWHL cofounders King and Kasten celebrated the event’s impact.

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Sirens Set Attendance Record

The Professional Women's Hockey League game between the New York Sirens and Seattle Torrent at Madison Square Garden on April 5, 2026 drew 18,006 fans, a new U.S. attendance record for women's hockey.
The attendance surpassed the previous mark of 17,335 for women's hockey in the United States.
The Sirens won 2-1 in a shootout, with Sarah Fillier scoring the tying goal and Maja Nylén Persson netting the winner in the shootout.
Since January 2024, the PWHL has broken its attendance record eight times, signaling growing interest in women's professional hockey.

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