Recognising the Historic Achievement of the Caledonian Steel Queens

That the Parliament congratulates the Caledonian Steel Queens on securing promotion to the Elite League, becoming the first Scottish women’s ice hockey team to achieve this distinction; believes that this is a landmark moment for women’s ice hockey in Scotland and a significant achievement for Scottish sport; commends the exceptional commitment, determination and sporting excellence demonstrated by the players, coaches, volunteers and all those associated with the club throughout their successful campaign; acknowledges the important role that the team plays in representing Scotland while competing at its home venue, Murrayfield Ice Rink in Edinburgh; believes that this historic achievement will inspire more girls and women across Scotland to participate in ice hockey and other sports, helping to promote equality of opportunity and increase female participation in sport at all levels; recognises the contribution of the club’s supporters, families, sponsors and the wider Scottish ice hockey community in helping to make this success possible; considers the promotion to be an important milestone in the continued development and visibility of women’s ice hockey in Scotland, and wishes the Caledonian Steel Queens every success as they compete in the Elite League, confident that they will continue to be outstanding ambassadors for Edinburgh and Scottish sport.