Canada Reveals Women’s Hockey Team for 2026 Winter Olympics
Hockey Canada has unveiled the roster for its women’s hockey team competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics. The selection consists of 23 players, blending seasoned veterans with emerging talent. Their aim is straightforward: to reclaim Olympic gold.
2026 Winter Olympics Women’s Hockey Team Roster
The squad features many familiar faces, with nearly all players from the previous year’s IIHF Women’s World Championship returning. Captain Marie-Philip Poulin leads this experienced team, known for its championship pedigree on both national and international levels.
Key Roster Highlights
- Captain: Marie-Philip Poulin
- Returning Olympians: Many players from the gold-medal-winning team at the Beijing Olympics
- New Faces: First-time Olympians include Daryl Watts and defender Sophie Jaques
- Goaltending Duo: Ann-Renee Desbiens and Emerance Maschmeyer return to solidify the net
Watts has emerged as a rising star through her performances in the Premier Hockey Federation, while Jaques has established herself as one of Canada’s top defenders. Kati Tabin, formerly of the Montreal Victoire, is also primed for her Olympic debut.
Goaltending Experience
The goaltending position remains unchanged, as Desbiens and Maschmeyer look to bounce back from last year’s disappointment, where they lost in the Women’s Worlds final to the U.S. Team Canada possesses a wealth of experience which could be an advantage in the high-stakes Olympic environment.
Previous Achievements
Canada is the most successful team in the history of women’s hockey, boasting five Olympic gold medals. Despite a rocky recent history, including losses to the U.S. in the Rivalry Series, the women’s team aims to overcome the odds and earn another Olympic title.
Group Stage Schedule
Canada’s preliminary round games at the 2026 Winter Olympics are set as follows:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 5 | Finland vs. Canada | 3:10 PM |
| Feb. 7 | Switzerland vs. Canada | 3:10 PM |
| Feb. 9 | Czechia vs. Canada | 3:10 PM |
| Feb. 10 | USA vs. Canada | 2:10 PM |
The quarterfinals are scheduled to start on February 13 and run until February 14. Semifinals will take place on February 16, concluding with the gold and bronze medal games on February 19.
With a new chance for glory approaching, all eyes will be on Canada’s women’s hockey team as they prepare to make their mark at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
