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Barrie Sharks' Amelia Wilkinson backstops Canada to win at U18 worlds

Wilkinson made 10 saves as Canada beat Switzerland at tournament in Finland; Canada plays Czechia on Tuesday
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Barrie Sharks goalie Amelia Wilkinson, left, is shown in a file photo with Sonia Mehta.

VANTAA, Finland — Dorothy Copetti scored twice, including the first goal of her international career, to lead Canada past Switzerland, 5-1, on Sunday in the preliminary round of the under-18 women's hockey world championship.

Sara Manness had a goal and an assist for Canada (2-0-0), while Hayley McDonald and Chloe Primerano rounded out the scoring.

The Barrie Sharks' Amelia Wilkinson made 10 saves in net for the win as Canada outshot Switzerland, 60-11.

Team Canada's roster also includes Midhurst's Riley Sorokan at forward and Rama's Sydney Sawyer on defence.

Jael Manetsch was the lone Swiss (0-1-1) scorer as goaltender Amaya Iseli stopped 55 shots.

Canada has the day off before playing Czechia on Tuesday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 5, 2025.

The Canadian Press