MILAN – For almost 58 minutes, the United States women’s hockey team looked to be on the verge of an epic collapse on the grandest stage. In the end, Team USA overpowered Canada 2-1 in overtime to regain the Olympic title, completing a perfect 7-0 run through the tournament. Heading into the third period, Laila Edwards — who became the first Black woman to win a gold medal for the U.S. women’s hockey team — said there was a “steady confidence” within the group. (Photo by Bruce Bennett / Getty Images)Meanwhile, Team Canada’s road through the Olympic women’s hockey tournament was anything but smooth. Frankel is still only 26 years old and became the first goalie to have three shutouts in a single women’s Olympic hockey tournament.

Source: International New York Times February 20, 2026 21:05 UTC