MYHockey Rankings has unveiled the initial rankings for the 2023-24 season, and the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Girls 16u team starts the season in 3rd place in the national USA 16u Tier 1 rankings. Their season start has been marked by victories at the PIP Labor Day Girls Fest and the Stoney Creek Showcase.

The team embarks on the season with a well-rounded roster composition that encompasses both offensive expertise and defensive competence. Their lineup consists of veterans who not only contribute their wealth of skill and experience but also provide essential leadership on and off the ice. Complementing these seasoned players are a promising group of first-year 16-year-olds, whose exceptional skills and teamwork were evident in their 3rd place finish in the 2022-23 14u USA Hockey Nationals. This dynamic blend of maturity and skillful talent positions the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Girls 16u team for a season filled with promise and potential for further success.

With a record of 11 wins, 1 loss, and 0 ties, they have scored 43 goals while allowing only 6, with an impressive 9 shutouts.  As they build on this strong start, the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Girls 16u team is undoubtedly a formidable presence in North American girls' hockey. 

They eagerly anticipate a schedule filled with showcase events and tournaments, including the USA Canada Cup in Detroit, MI (Oct 13-15), the Traditional NIT in Blaine, MN (Oct 20-22), the PIP Roc City Girls Fest in Rochester, NY (Nov 3-5), the USA Canada Cup in Waterloo, ON (Dec 1-3), and the PIP Motor City Girls Fest in Detroit, MI (Feb 2-4).

Congratulations to the 16u Pens Elite girls' hockey team, and best wishes for a successful season ahead.