WINNIPEG, MB. – Halle Edwards was named Top Player for female hockey in Manitoba this week.

The Manitoba Female Midget Hockey League announced the Central Plains Capitals’ forward Halle Edwards was selected s the CCM-Selkirk Source for Sports Player of the Week.

Edwards who hails from Starbuck had 4 points in 2 road wins against Yellowhead and Westman this weekend. In the game against Yellowhead Edwards had 2 goals and 1 assist in the 5-3 win while she scored the game winner in the game vs. Westman, a 2-1 victory. Edwards made Hockey Manitoba’s Final 27 list last season and currently is tied for 4th in MFMHL scoring while being second in goals scored. Edwards is second in Capitals scoring this season with 23 points. Known for her great skill with the puck Edwards has developed into a consistent 2 way player and uses her size and speed to make it very difficult for other teams to defend her.

Ferdi Nelissen for The Manitoba Post

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