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The 2023 IIHF Women's World Championship is just around the corner, and one of the most anticipated teams is the US. One player who will undoubtedly be a key factor in the team's success is forward Hilary Knight, who was recently named captain.
Knight is no stranger to high-pressure situations, having competed in numerous international tournaments and playing professionally for Team Sonnet (PWHPA). But being named captain is a new challenge for the Sun Valley, Idaho native.
Knight's love for the game of hockey started at a young age. Her first memory of the sport is earning buttons on her skate laces for completing a full ice circuit. But her favorite memory to date is winning gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics with her US teammates. The victory was especially sweet for Knight, as she had come up short in previous Olympic attempts.
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When it comes to rinks, Knight has a special fondness for Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena, citing passionate fans and the electric atmosphere as key factors. But it's clear that Knight's focus right now is on the upcoming World Championship.
In an interview, Knight expressed her excitement at the prospect of representing her country on the world stage once again. She emphasized the team's hunger to win the tournament after coming up short in recent years. As captain, Knight will be instrumental in guiding the team towards that goal, both on and off the ice.
As fans around the world gear up for the tournament, all eyes will be on Knight and her teammates as they battle it out on the ice.
Other key players on Team USA at the IIHF Women's World Championship
Excitement is in the air as the 2023 U.S. Women's National Team gears up for the IIHF Women's World Championship.
In addition to Knight, three players were selected as alternate captains for the US team (IIHF Women's World Championship). Lee Stecklein from Roseville, Minnesota, Megan Keller from Farmington Hills, Michigan, and Alex Carpenter from North Reading, Massachusetts.
This marks the first time Keller will be a part of the leadership group. Stecklein and Carpenter have both previously served as alternate captains for the team.
