Us Women's Olympic Hockey Schedule
The United States women's Olympic hockey team is a fierce competitor that will be fighting to bring home the gold medal in the upcoming Winter Olympics. The schedule for the team has been released, and fans are eagerly anticipating each match-up.
When Are the Games?
The United States women's Olympic hockey team will start their journey on February 11th, facing off against Finland. The game will be held at 2:40 PM EST and will take place at the Kwandong Hockey Center in Gangneung, South Korea.
The next game will be on February 13th, against the Olympic Athletes from Russia. This game will be held at 7:10 AM EST and will take place at the same location, the Kwandong Hockey Center.
The final game of the round-robin portion of the tournament will be on February 15th, against Canada. This game is sure to be intense, given the longstanding rivalry between the two teams. The game will be held at 10:10 PM EST and will take place at the Gangneung Hockey Centre.
What to Expect from the Team
The United States women's Olympic hockey team is a force to be reckoned with. They have consistently been one of the top teams in the world, and this year's team is no exception. The team is made up of 23 talented players, including some returning veterans as well as some fresh faces ready to make their mark on the Olympic stage.
One player to watch is forward Hilary Knight. Knight is a two-time Olympic silver medalist and has been a key player on the team for years. She is known for her scoring ability and physicality on the ice. Another player to watch is defenseman Kacey Bellamy. Bellamy is also a two-time Olympic silver medalist and is known for her strong defensive play and leadership on the ice.
The team is led by head coach Robb Stauber, who is a former NHL goaltender. Stauber has been coaching the team since 2017 and has done an excellent job preparing them for the Olympic tournament.
What to Expect from the Competition
The competition in women's Olympic hockey is always tough, and this year will be no exception. Canada is the defending gold medalist and will be vying for another win. Other teams to watch include Finland, Switzerland, and Sweden.
Finland is always a tough opponent and has a strong goaltender in Noora Raty. Switzerland has been steadily improving over the years and has a number of talented players. Sweden is also a strong team, led by forward Pernilla Winberg.
How to Watch
If you're in the United States, you can watch the United States women's Olympic hockey team on NBC or NBCSN. The game times listed above are all in Eastern Standard Time. If you're outside of the United States, check your local listings to see where you can watch the games.
Remember to tune in to see the United States women's Olympic hockey team take on the world. With their talent and determination, they're sure to make us proud.
