Local Women’s Ice Hockey Stars, Abbey Murphy & Nicole LaMantia

Stefan Krueger • July 14, 2026

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Local Women’s Ice Hockey Stars, Abbey Murphy & Nicole LaMantia

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Abbey Murphy is a two-time U.S. Olympian and reigning Olympic Gold Medalist in Women’s Hockey. Nicole LaMantia is a Women’s World Championship Gold Medalist and decorated hockey competitor. Nicole and Abbey played alongside one another in the 2023 Women’s IIHF World Championship. Both athletes are active in the Chicago community, including a special event today for Turning Pointe Autism Foundation.

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation
Ladies’ Brunch & Browse, Today at 11am
Butterfield Country Club, Oak Brook
turningpointautismfoundation.org
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