A Thrilling Overtime Victory

In a heart-stopping finale to the women’s ice hockey world championships, the United States edged past reigning champions Canada with a 4-3 overtime victory, clinching the coveted gold medal.

Tessa Janecke's Moment of Glory

The decisive goal came from Tessa Janecke, who scored with under three minutes left in overtime, sending the crowd into a frenzy and earning her team a monumental victory. USA goalie Gwyneth Philips captured the excitement perfectly, exclaiming, "Shock and awe, I’m ecstatic!"

Historic Rivalry Continues

This showdown marks yet another chapter in the storied rivalry between these two teams, as they have faced each other for gold in 23 of the last 24 championships. Last year, Canada emerged victorious in a nail-biting 6-5 overtime win.

A Fast-Paced Game Filled with Surprises

The match itself was a rollercoaster, starting with a scoreless first period. However, the second period ignited with four goals in just over two minutes. Caroline Harvey and Abbey Murphy shot the US to an early 2-0 lead, only for Canada to surge back with two rapid-fire goals of their own.

A Celebration Fit for a Champion

Harvey, known for her playful spirit, celebrated her first goal by mimicking a phone call—an amusing nod to a mishap from the quarter-finals where she lost her phone on the ice.

Power Plays and Penalty Kills

After a strategic power play put the US back ahead through Taylor Heise, Canada rallied again when Sarah Fillier seized a loose puck to tie the game, pushing it into sudden-death overtime.

A Historic Game in the Making

This match not only showcased incredible skill but also set the record for the longest game in women’s world championships history. Despite losing their star goaltender Aerin Frankel to injury, Philips made crucial saves in the tense overtime.

Finland’s Bronze Medal Triumph

Earlier in the tournament, Finland celebrated their 15th bronze medal win, edging out the Czech Republic with a 4-3 overtime victory after trailing 2-0.

A Record-Breaking Attendance

The tournament, hosted in the Czech Republic, also saw a remarkable turnout, attracting 122,331 fans—surpassing the previous record of 119,231 set in Winnipeg back in 2007. This event not only highlighted the growth of women’s ice hockey but also set the stage for an exciting future ahead.