Karissa Donkin

Karissa Donkin is a hockey writer and investigative journalist based in Atlantic Canada, known for her passionate dedication to documenting women's hockey. Raised in Saint John by a single mother, she was inspired to write her book 'Breakaway' during the COVID-19 pandemic, chronicling the inaugural season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and the historical context of women in hockey. Her work highlights the struggles and sacrifices of female players, aiming to elevate their stories and contributions to the sport.