BOSTON, MA (February 27, 2026) – The Boston Fleet has officially signed defender Olivia Zafuto to a Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Standard Player Agreement. This move coincides with rookie forward Olivia Mobley being placed on the Long-Term Injured Reserve (LTIR) list after sustaining an injury during practice.
Background and Career Highlights of Olivia Zafuto
Olivia Zafuto previously spent two seasons listed on the Boston Fleet’s Reserve Player roster and made her first appearance for the team in the opening game of the 2025-26 season on November 23 against Montréal. Although initially drafted in the 12th round by New York in the league’s inaugural draft, Zafuto earned her first PWHL point with an assist during a game against Toronto on January 5, 2024. Throughout that rookie season, she appeared in 13 contests.
A native of Niagara Falls, New York, Zafuto brings considerable experience from playing in several competitive leagues, including the Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), the Swedish Women’s Hockey League (SDHL), and the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA). During her collegiate tenure at Colgate University, she stood out as one of the top scorers among NCAA Division I defenders in the 2018-19 season. Her performance garnered recognition with multiple accolades, such as being named to the ECAC Hockey All-Conference Second Team and earning a spot on the All-NCAA Tournament Team.
Details on Olivia Mobley’s Injury and Current Season Impact
Olivia Mobley, selected by Boston in the third round of the 2025 PWHL Draft, suffered an upper-body injury in a practice session held during the Olympic break. Hailing from St. Louis Park, Minnesota, Mobley has contributed three goals and two assists over the course of 10 games this season. Her placement on LTIR creates roster space that allowed the Fleet to promote Zafuto to the active squad.
Upcoming Fleet Schedule and Fan Information
The Boston Fleet will return to competitive play with a road game against the Ottawa Charge scheduled for Saturday, February 28, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Fans interested in attending games can find more details on single-game tickets, season ticket memberships, and mini-pack options on the team’s official website. Subscribing to the Boston Fleet’s newsletter, The Signal, is recommended for the latest updates and team news.
The Boston Fleet and the PWHL’s Growing Presence
Boston Fleet is one of the eight founding franchises of the Professional Women’s Hockey League, which officially launched in 2023. The PWHL began its inaugural season in January 2024 with a mission to feature the highest caliber of women’s hockey players internationally. Since inception, the league has set multiple attendance records and holds the global record for the most-attended women’s hockey game to date.
Supporters can stay connected with Boston Fleet through their official website and social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, and X. The league’s official handle across social platforms is @thepwhlofficial.
