The Current Canada-US women's hockey -- the ultimate heated rivalry
Feb 19, 2026
Becky Kellar, former Team Canada defender and four-time Olympic medallist who now works as a hockey analyst. Carissa Duncan, CBC Olympics reporter and author who covers the PWHL and women's pro hockey. They trade stories about the Canada–US rivalry, PWHL’s impact on the sport, Olympic stakes for young players, on-ice intensity versus off-ice friendships, and current team strengths.
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Girls Inspired By Visible Role Models
- Girls in Toronto describe hockey as social, fun, and empowering after seeing women play professionally.
- Their excitement shows visible role-model effects from Olympic and pro players on youth uptake.
PWHL Keeps Fans Engaged Year-Round
- The PWHL gives women's hockey a sustained spotlight beyond the Olympics by making it more professional and watchable.
- Carissa Duncan says that continuous visibility helps convert Olympic viewers into regular fans.
National Colours Rekindle Rivalry
- The Canada–U.S. women's rivalry remains intensely heated despite players sharing club teams.
- Carissa Duncan argues national colours change the dynamic and revive competitive intensity.
