Though Team USA's roster is full of veterans, including five-time Olympian Hilary Knight, the team has been buoyed by new blood throughout the Games. Seattle Torrent forward Hannah Bilka, 24, has scored three goals in an incredible first Winter Games.

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The U.S. women's hockey team has improved to 3-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics with a 5-0 win over Switzerland in preliminary play. Haley Winn, Joy Dunne, Hannah Bilka, Alex Carpenter and Caroline Harvey scored for Team USA.