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Ottawa Charge Push for PWHL Playoffs Without Head Coach
Team rallies to make postseason run as MacLeod takes indefinite leave
Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:25pm
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The Ottawa Charge rally together to push for the playoffs without their head coach, demonstrating the team's resilience and character.Ottawa TodayThe Ottawa Charge of the Professional Women's Hockey League announced that head coach Carla MacLeod will be stepping away from the team for an indefinite period. The team is now rallying to make a playoff push in her absence.
Why it matters
MacLeod has been a driving force behind the Charge's success, and her absence creates a significant challenge for the team as they fight for a postseason berth. The PWHL is a highly competitive league, and the Charge will need to demonstrate resilience and teamwork to overcome this setback.
The details
The Charge did not provide specifics on the reasons behind MacLeod's leave, stating only that it is a moment for the team to support her in what she needs to do right now. The players and assistant coaches will need to step up and fill the void left by MacLeod's absence as the team continues its push for the playoffs.
- The Charge announced MacLeod's indefinite leave on April 8, 2026.
The players
Carla MacLeod
The head coach of the Ottawa Charge who is taking an indefinite leave from the team.
Ottawa Charge
A Professional Women's Hockey League team based in Ottawa, Illinois that is currently fighting for a playoff spot.
What’s next
The Charge will need to continue their strong play on the ice and rally around each other to secure a playoff berth in MacLeod's absence.
The takeaway
The Charge's ability to overcome this adversity and make the playoffs without their head coach will demonstrate the team's resilience and character, which could pay dividends in the postseason.
