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NCAA Women's Hockey: Top Teams Scramble as Stars Hit Olympics
17 Feb
Summary
- Wisconsin surged to No. 1 with Marianne Picard's return and Lacey Eden's scoring prowess.
- Ohio State maintained its position with strong performances from Maxine Cimoroni and Jocelyn Amos.
- Several teams are experiencing a talent gap due to players competing in the Olympics.
NCAA women's hockey powerhouses are in their final week of play without Olympians on their rosters. Wisconsin has surged to the top spot, boosted by the return of Marianne Picard from injury and a stellar four-point weekend from Lacey Eden. Ohio State remains strong, with rookie Maxine Cimoroni and captain Jocelyn Amos leading the charge, though goaltending remains a question mark.
Minnesota faces challenges with two recent losses, eagerly awaiting the return of Abbey Murphy and other Olympians. Quinnipiac's Kahlen Lamarche continues her impressive scoring streak, earning attention for future professional leagues. Penn State and Northeastern show vulnerabilities due to the Olympic absences of key players, highlighting the depth required for top programs.
Yale is peaking at the right time with recent wins, while UConn demonstrates balanced offensive strength. Cornell's Annelies Bergmann shines in net with exceptional save statistics. Princeton's reliance on individual talent like Issy Wunder is a concern as they face recent setbacks.
