As hockey grows in Utah, Kerfoot has made certain the female programs do not get left behind. Sure, the Ogden Junior Mustangs cannot grow up to play in the NHL — rather, the PWHL — but they see that there is room for them in the Utah hockey world.

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Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher is congratulated by right wing Vladimir Tarasenko after scoring against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP