Abby Roque netted two goals, backed by Ann-Renee Desbiens’ 23 saves, as the Montreal Victoire secured their inaugural PWHL title by blanking the Ottawa Charge 4-0 in Game 4 of the Walter Cup Finals on Wednesday night.
Adding to the score sheet were Maggie Flaherty and Lina Ljungblom. Montreal initiated the series with two overtime triumphs at home, but faced a setback in a 2-1 loss at Ottawa on Monday, breaking the streak of home teams winning the previous five final games.
Expressing her admiration for the team, Roque emphasized the heart and resilience shown throughout the playoffs. The Montreal squad, overcoming challenges, claimed victory against the Ottawa Charge to clinch the Walter Cup.
The Montreal Victoire’s triumph marks a significant milestone, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney congratulating the team on social media, hailing their historic achievement in the 2026 PWHL Walter Cup.
Marie-Philip Poulin, the Montreal captain, was named playoff MVP for her stellar performance, tallying eight points with two goals and six assists. Reflecting on the league’s establishment amid uncertainties in women’s hockey, Poulin highlighted the importance of perseverance and unity in realizing their success.
Roque kickstarted the scoring in the second period with a deflection off Rory Guilday’s stick, followed by a short-handed goal in the third. Flaherty and Ljungblom extended the lead, securing the victory for Montreal.
The Montreal Victoire is set to depart Ottawa for the Verdun Auditorium in Montreal, celebrating their historic Walter Cup win.
For more insights, watch the post-game recap of the Victoire’s triumphant Walter Cup victory.