Six Ohio State players drafted into the PWHL on June 17
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Six Ohio State women's hockey players were selected during the 2026 PWHL Draft on June 17. Emma Peschel and Sara Swiderski were first-round picks, with Peschel going seventh overall to the New York Sirens and Swiderski ninth overall to the Minnesota Frost. Andrea Braendli was drafted 15th by the Detroit expansion team. Other selections included Sloane Matthews, Brooke Disher, and Hailey MacLeod in subsequent rounds. This marks a significant achievement for the Ohio State program, showcasing the talent developed at the university.
- •Emma Peschel was drafted 7th overall by New York Sirens.
- •Sara Swiderski went 9th overall to Minnesota Frost.
- •Andrea Braendli, a former Buckeye, was chosen 15th by Detroit.
- •Sloane Matthews, Brooke Disher, and Hailey MacLeod were also selected.
- •The draft took place on June 17, 2026.
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Six Ohio State women's hockey players drafted into the PWHL
"Six Ohio State women's hockey players were selected in the 2026 PWHL Draft, including two first-round picks.
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