Meet the Team
LMcIntosh Hockey aims to develop female hockey in the Waterloo Region and surrounding areas. We have been very excited to see the growth of female hockey over the past decade and look to set the standard even higher.
Laura McIntosh
Founder & Head Coach
Through Laura's experiences, she has developed a great understanding of what it takes to excel at some of the highest levels of women's hockey. It is these experiences that enable her to teach both fundamental and advanced hockey skills. She is excited to share her knowledge of the game with the future generation of female hockey.
Former Head Coach in PWPHA (Professional Women's Hockey Players Association) 2019- 2023
Served as an Assistant Captain and Co-Captain at Ohio State
All-time Ohio State University leading scorer with 170 points (123 assists, 47 goals)
Member in the Hockey Canada Program from 2008-2012
6 years associate coaching experience at the USPORTS level
Attended Ohio State University (NCAA D1) on a full scholarship and received a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology and Physical Education
Member of Canada's Under-18 National Team 2008 (Compete in the first ever IHF U-18 Worlds, won a Silver Medal)
2018-2019 CWHL Clarkson Cup Champion
Member of Canada's U-22 National Team 2010-2012 (Gold at MECO Cup)
Shannon Stewart
Hockey Operations Coordinator & On Ice Instructor
Shannon has a background in marketing and works closely with our social media, website, email marketing, organizing registrations for camps, and communication to athletes/families. Shannon also assists in all on-ice programming and coaching spring teams. With her playing experience and passion for the game, Shannon is a great fit at LMcIntosh Hockey.
Former player for Team Scotiabank in the PWHPA (Professional Women's Hockey Players Association). 2019- 2023
Received her Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education & Post Grad in Digital Media Marketing
Played 2 seasons in the Canadian Womens Hockey League(CWHL) for the Toronto Furies (2017-2019)
Played professional hockey in Germany in the DFEL for Memmingen (2016-17)
Played 4 seasons at Plattsburgh State University. 2X National Champion and 2X All-American, Served as Assistant Captain in senior year. (2011-2015)
Played professional hockey in Sweden in the SDHL for Linkoping (2015-16)
Current assistant coach for KLR U18AA
Attended Fire and Emergency Services Training Institute(FESTI)
Attended the University of Waterloo (OUA) and is a candidate for a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies and Sociology
Played three years in the PWHL for the Kitchener-Waterloo Rangers
Sarah Rettinger
On Ice Instructor
Position: Forward
Sarah has been working as an on-ice instructor since September 2017. Her work ethic on and off the ice exceeds many and she is always striving to get better. This attitude is shown through instructing and she enjoys working with players hoping to make it to the next level.
Current U22 Elite Waterloo player
& assistant captain
Committed to play at UNB for 2024-25 season
2023 Boston RUSH High Performance Hockey U22 Champions LMcIntosh Hockey
2023 Hockey OFSAA (Ontario) Champions
2023 District 8 Varsity Girls Field Hockey Champions
2022 Canada Summer Games Box Lacrosse Champions
Lilly Bell
On Ice Instructor
Position: Defence
Lilly has been through our programs as an elite athlete over the past 7 years alongside her sister Megan. Through her hard work and dedication to her own development, as well as the development of our younger athletes she is a great addition to our staff.
Current U22 Elite Waterloo player
2023 Boston RUSH High
Performance Hockey U22
Champions LMcIntosh Hockey
2023 Hockey OFSAA (Ontario) Champions
2023 Hockey OFSAA (Ontario) Champions
Megan Bell
2023 District 8 MVP Girls Hockey All Star Team
On Ice Instructor
Position: Forward
Megan has been an elite athlete participating in our programs over the past 7 years alongside her sister Lilly. She continues to be determined and hard working in her own development and enjoys giving back to our younger athletes.
2022 Canada Summer Games Box Lacrosse Champions
Current assistant coach for U15A & U18BB North Bay
Currently attending Nipissing to receive her Bachelor of Education (2023-2025)
Part of Hockey Canada Creating Coaches Mentorship program
Played for University of Waterloo and was an Assistant Captain junior & senior year (2017-2023)
Played junior for the Brampton Canadettes
UW Bachelor of Arts in Rec and Sport & Master of Arts in Rec & Lesiure
Emma Cheeseman
On Ice Instructor
Position: Defence
Emma has been working as an on-ice instructor since September 2017. Emma enjoys working with young players and helping them achieve their goals. Her work ethic and passion for the game make her an excellent mentor and coach.
Current Captain at the University of Toronto
Received Bachelor of Kinesiology
2x OUA Champion with U of T
Played in the PWHL for Cambridge Rivulettes
Esso Cup National Championship
Gold Medalist in 2016
Taylor Trussler
On Ice Instructor
Position: Forward
Taylor started off by playing with our spring teams prior to heading off to University. It has been great to watch and be a part of her successful hockey journey. She is a very highly skilled player who enjoys getting on the ice with our younger athletes.
Current player at the University of Toronto
Attended Mercyhurst University & played 3 seasons (NCAA)
Received Bachlor of Arts in Early Childhood Education & Special Education
2023 College Hockey America All Academic Student Athlete of the Year
4x ACHA All American Scholar
CHA Champion 2020 (NCAA)
Aubrey Cole
On Ice Instructor
Position: Defence
Aubrey has been an instructor with us for the past 3 summers. Her attention to details and focus makes her a great addition to our staff. She is able to connect with our young athletes and mainly focuses on the defensive side of the game.
Currently attending Brock University studying Education working towards Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education
Previous Captain of the Waterloo Ravens U18 AA team
Won OFSAA bronze and gold medals in 2018 and 2019
2x CWOSSA Champion & 2x CWOSSA silver medalist
Grace Cuiman
On Ice Instructor
Position: Defence
Grace went through our program as an athlete for many years and has developed into a very strong leader on and off of the ice. She is always amazing to have at camp and the young athletes really look up to her.
Current Operations Manager in horticulture while pursuing a Landscape Design Diploma from the University of Guelph
Attended Queens University & played hockey for 3 years
Received Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Rookie of the year at Queens
University (2019)
Captain of London Devliettes Junior Team for 2 seasons
Hanna DeCoutere
On Ice Instructor
Position: Defence
Hannah is one of the newest additions to the team. She enjoys working with our athletes, with a focus on the defensive side of the game. Hannah is eager to share her passion and expertise with the next generation of players
Currently teaching at the high-school
level in the Waterloo Region
High school coach in hockey, volleyball and soccer
Played 4 seasons at Wilfrid Laurier University
and 1 season at Nipissing University
Robyn Degagne
On Ice Instructor
Attended Wilfrid Laurier University
and completed teachers' college at Nipissing University
Position: Forward
Robyn has been working as an on-ice instructor since 2016 and has developed into a great leader both on and off the ice. Robyn enjoys mentoring young athletes and helping them reach the next level of their game. Her work ethic and passion for the game make her an excellent mentor and coach.
Kaitlyn McDonell
Played professional hockey in
Austria from 2017-2018
Previous Strength and conditioning coordinator at the Univ of Waterloo with the women's hockey team from 2016-2017
Played 5 seasons with the University of Waterloo where she received two team MVP rewards. Served as captain of the Warriors from 2014-2016
On Ice Instructor
Position: Forward
Kaitlyn has a number of experiences working as a coach and mentor. She brings strong leadership to our instructor staff and always enjoys getting on the ice with the players. Her commitment, work ethic and knowledge of the game exceed many!
Attended the University of Waterloo
where she received her Bachelor of
Science in Kinesiology