The Boston Fleet have announced the activation of rookie defender Hadley Hartmetz from Long-Term Injured Reserve (LTIR) ahead of tonight’s highly anticipated matchup against the Montréal Victoire. Hartmetz is set to make her Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) debut on home ice at the Tsongas Center in a marquee showdown between the league’s top two teams, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
Hartmetz, 23, hails from Phoenixville, PA, and was selected by the Fleet in the seventh round (40th overall) of the 2024 PWHL Draft. She has been on LTIR throughout the season as she recovered from a lower-body injury sustained in March 2024 while playing for Ohio State. Despite her absence, Hartmetz’s collegiate résumé has set high expectations for her transition to the professional stage.
During her five seasons of NCAA Division 1 hockey, Hartmetz split her time between Boston College (2019-21) and Ohio State (2021-24). While with the Buckeyes, she achieved remarkable success, securing two National Championships in 2022 and 2024. Over her collegiate career, she appeared in 118 games, registering 18 goals and 41 assists. Additionally, Hartmetz has showcased her skills on the international stage, earning silver in 2019 and gold in 2018 as a member of the U.S. U18 Women’s National Team.
Hartmetz signed a one-year Standard Player Agreement with the Fleet on November 15, 2024, and was initially placed on the team’s Reserve Player list upon her activation from LTIR. With her recovery now complete, she has been signed to a 10-day contract, making her eligible to step into the lineup immediately.
The Fleet are excited to welcome Hartmetz to active duty and anticipate her making a meaningful impact as they battle for dominance against Montréal in tonight’s thrilling top-of-the-table clash.
