USA Hockey, which said it was “honored” by the invitation, cited logistical issues as the major hurdle that prevented the women’s team from stopping by the White House. Advertisement“The men’s and the women’s team did it together,” Knight said. “We have so much respect for the women’s team and they have so much respect for us. The women’s hockey team outscored opponents 33-2 on its way to the top of the podium. “This was the best American women’s hockey team, the best American team we’ve ever put together on the world stage when the lights have been the brightest ever,” Knight said.

Source: Huffington Post February 26, 2026 22:23 UTC