U.S. Women's Hockey Team Secures 5-1 Victory Over Czechia in Tournament Opener

Match Details

Alex Carpenter scored the first goal of the game with 4:05 remaining in the first period, giving Team USA a 1-0 lead. Laila Edwards and Megan Keller assisted the goal.

"I love that we’re a threat from everywhere. I think the way we work together is truly unmatched."

Carpenter's goal occurred during a power play, after Czechia's Dominika Laskova received a penalty for an illegal check to the neck/head. Carpenter positioned herself in front of the net and directed the puck in.

During the first period, the U.S. team recorded 14 shots on goal compared to Czechia's 3.