Two Quebecers Named to Canadian Women’s Olympic Hockey Team

Five players from the Montreal Victoire, including Quebecers Marie-Philip Poulin and Ann-Renée Desbiens, were selected for Canada’s Olympic women’s hockey team, aiming for gold in Milan. Poulin, a veteran superstar, seeks her fourth Olympic gold, while Desbiens is expected to be the starting goalie. The team, featuring 16 veterans from the 2022 squad, faces tough competition from Team USA after recent losses. Team Canada has adapted its training approach with the establishment of the Professional Women’s Hockey League, enhancing player readiness for the Olympics.

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