Women's Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game
The Women's Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game is one of the most highly anticipated events of the Winter Olympics. This year, the game will see a rematch of the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, with the United States facing off against Canada for the gold medal.
The Road to the Gold Medal Game
The United States and Canada have been dominant forces in women's hockey for decades. Canada has won the gold medal at four of the last five Olympic Games, while the United States has won three golds in that same span. In the preliminary rounds of the 2022 Olympics, the United States and Canada both went undefeated, with the United States scoring 12 goals and Canada scoring 13.
In the semifinals, the United States defeated Finland 4-0 to earn their spot in the gold medal game, while Canada defeated the Olympic Athletes from Russia 5-0. This sets up yet another classic matchup between the two hockey powers.
Key Players to Watch
Both the United States and Canada have star-studded lineups, with plenty of players to watch. For the United States, forward Hilary Knight is a player to keep an eye on. She is the all-time leading scorer in U.S. women's hockey history and has a knack for coming up big in big games.
Canada's best player is likely Marie-Philip Poulin. She scored the game-winning goal in the gold medal game at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and has been a clutch performer for Canada ever since.
What's at Stake?
The gold medal game is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication for both teams. For the United States, winning the gold medal would be a chance to avenge their loss to Canada in the gold medal game of the 2018 Olympics. For Canada, winning the gold medal would solidify their status as the top team in women's hockey.
How to Watch
The Women's Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game will take place on Thursday, February 17 at 7:00pm local time in Beijing. For viewers in the United States, the game will air live on NBC Sports Network. Viewers can also stream the game on the NBC Sports app or on NBCOlympics.com.
Final Thoughts
There is no doubt that the Women's Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game will be one of the highlights of this year's Winter Olympics. With two of the best teams in the world facing off for the gold medal, there will be no shortage of excitement or drama. Make sure to tune in and watch the action unfold!