The 8th Women’s Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament will be held in Rajgir, Bihar, India from November 11-20. Defending champions India will compete against China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand in this prestigious event.
Results for: Women's Hockey
China secured a dramatic victory over Belgium in the women’s hockey semifinals at the Paris Olympics, advancing to the final after a penalty shootout. The match was tied 1-1 after regulation, with China’s goalkeeper Ye Jiao making the crucial save to deny Belgium’s final penalty attempt. China will now face the Netherlands in the final, aiming for its second Olympic medal in the sport.
In a thrilling conclusion to the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)’s inaugural season, the Minnesota Whitecaps skated away with the Walter Cup after defeating the Boston Pride 3-0 in the winner-take-all Game 5. Kendall Coyne Schofield, a three-time Olympian and advocate for women’s hockey, sealed the victory with an empty-net goal. Minnesota overcame adversity, including a five-game losing streak entering the playoffs and a blown overtime goal in Game 4, to capture the championship. Despite falling short, the Boston Pride and goalie Aerin Frankel earned the respect of the sold-out crowd at the Tsongas Center with their strong performance throughout the playoffs. The PWHL made significant strides in its first year, attracting large crowds and increasing the visibility of women’s hockey. However, challenges remain, including limited national broadcasting in the United States and the need for team nicknames. As the league looks ahead to its second season, the success of the inaugural campaign provides a solid foundation for continued growth and development of women’s professional hockey.