BUFFALO – Sizable forward and all-around athlete Ally Johnson will begin her professional hockey career with the Buffalo Beauts. The 5-foot-8 center/winger from Milwaukee, Wisconsin completed her collegiate career at the University of Maine earlier this year, and now embarks on her pro career in the Premier Hockey Federation. Johnson’s deal with the Beauts is a 1-year contract. Terms of the deal will not be disclosed.
“I am super excited and grateful to begin my professional career with the Buffalo Beauts,” said Johnson. “I have heard great things about the team, fanbase, and community. I have followed the PHF throughout my hockey career and I am looking forward to helping grow the game. I am honored to compete for the Isobel Cup as a Buffalo Beaut!”
Johnson played 152 NCAA games across five seasons with the Black Bears. During that time, she put forth 18 goals, 19 assists and 37 points. She set career highs in all three offensive categories in 2021- 22 when she went 8-7-15 for scoring in 30 games. Johnson was named an alternate captain for Maine during her fifth and final season with the program. A robust forward, she played all three forward positions during her time with the Black Bears.
“We had been speaking with Ally for quite some time and there was very much a mutual interest in having her join the Beauts,” said Buffalo GM Nate Oliver. “She is a hard-nosed, tough player who goes to all the dirty areas on the ice and battles. Ally is a player that will outwork you at every cost. I think what fans would find most appealing about Ally is that she is completely enamored with the notion of being a Beaut and competing for Buffalo.”
Prior to beginning her career at Maine, Johnson played her junior hockey for the Milwaukee Junior Admirals. In addition to playing hockey, she has had a highly accomplished amateur career in track and field. She is a four-time state champion in Wisconsin for long jump, triple jump, 4×100-meter relay, and the 100-meter dash.
Now Johnson is primed to begin her professional hockey career in the PHF.
“I push the pace of the game by using my speed, battling in the corners, and driving to the net,” said Johnson. “I offer a strong presence at the faceoff dot and move the puck up ice to create offensive opportunities. I am excited to develop my style of game by learning from my teammates and coaches this coming season.”
Johnson is the third rookie that the Beauts have announced having signed in addition to fellow Black Bear Amalie Andersen and Mount Royal Cougar Tatum Amy. The Beauts have also retained veterans Dominique Kremer, Allison Attea, Summer-Rae Dobson and Emma Nuutinen.
