Former UMD Bulldog Maggie Flaherty Reflects on PWHL Career and Unique Walter Cup Traditions in Duluth Interview
Former UMD Bulldogs defenseman Maggie Flaherty, now playing professionally in the PWHL, was interviewed in Duluth. The Q&A focused on her experiences in the league, her visit back to Duluth, and her unique traditions with the Walter Cup, noting she…
Duluth Superior, MN, September 21, 2026 — Maggie Flaherty, a former defenseman for the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) Bulldogs, recently participated in an interview in Duluth, offering insights into her professional career in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and her connection to her alma mater. The discussion covered her experiences playing in the newly established league, her current visit to Duluth, and some distinct personal traditions she observes with the Walter Cup, awarded to the league champions.
Flaherty, who has achieved success in the PWHL, shared details about her transition from collegiate play to the professional ranks. The interview provided an opportunity for her to reflect on the growth of women’s professional hockey and her role within it.
A notable aspect of the conversation revolved around Flaherty’s unique relationship with the Walter Cup. She disclosed that despite winning the championship multiple times, she has never consumed food or drink from the trophy. This personal tradition sets her apart from common celebratory practices associated with sports trophies.
The interview took place during her visit back to Duluth, a city with significant ties to her hockey career as the home of the UMD Bulldogs. The specific timing of her visit and the duration of her stay were not provided. Similarly, the specific details of her experiences in the PWHL, such as which teams she has played for or specific game highlights, were not elaborated upon in the provided summary.
The Q&A session aimed to connect Flaherty’s current professional endeavors with her past collegiate experiences in Duluth, highlighting the evolution of her career and her ongoing connection to the city and the UMD Bulldogs program. Further details regarding the specific questions asked or answers given beyond the mention of her Walter Cup tradition were not made available.
Story summarized from the original created by Matt Wellens on www.duluthnewstribune.com, see more information here.
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