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Ladies of the Kraken grow to 7,000 members worldwide cheering on Seattle's NHL squad

An all-women sports community continues to welcome members and work together to support charity efforts.

SEATTLE — The Seattle Kraken stands at 21 wins and in fifth position in the NHL Pacific Division as of Saturday morning Feb. 3.

Fans are looking for an upswing as the final months of the season are underway.

Among the fanbase are women from the Seattle area and far beyond. Ladies of the Kraken (LOTK) not only have fans all over Washington state and the United States but across the country as well.

The all-women hockey fan group has grown over the past three years to 7,000 members and counting.

In addition to attending games together or gathering for watch parties - the group participates in charity efforts. In particular - the group fundraises for the One Roof Foundation which is the philanthropic arm of the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena.

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The LOTK fan page is for women only and it's private. To join, you must be approved to become a member. Follow this link to send in a request to join.

The group is recognized by members as a "safe place" for all women to celebrate their love for the sport of hockey, but also a place for women who are new to the sport to learn and ask questions.

To hear more about the group and how fundraising efforts are a part of LOTK - click on the video player above. 

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