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- ↑ Bobal, Brian (February 27, 2020). "Women pros up-close & inspiring boom in N.J. HS girls ice hockey". NJ.com.
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- ↑ "Ice Hockey Player Hanna Beattie '13 Goes Pro". www.pingry.org. 15 June 2023.
- ↑ Herman, Howard; Eagle, The Berkshire (9 December 2017). "Designated Hitter: Beattie relishing chance to play hockey again". The Berkshire Eagle.
- ↑ Rice, Dan (January 28, 2020). "Connecticut Whale: Hanna Beattie Proving Her Value in 3rd NWHL Season". The Hockey Writers.
- ↑ Strollo, Leighann (February 7, 2020). "2020 NWHL All-Star Weekend Preview". The Ice Garden.
