The United States women's ice hockey team sent a loud message to their rival Canada in the opener of the Rivalry Series on Wednesday night, dominating the Canadians with a resounding 7-2 victory.
Lacey Eden, a senior at the University of Wisconsin, was the star of the show, scoring two of the Americans' five first-period goals that set the tone for a long night for the Canadians.
Eden's impressive performance was just the beginning, as the United States continued its dominance in the Rivalry Series. The Americans have been on a tear in the series, and this victory only adds to their impressive resume.
The game was essentially over after the first period, as the United States built a commanding 5-0 lead. Canada tried to mount a comeback, but the Americans were relentless, scoring two more goals to take a 7-2 advantage.
Despite the lopsided score, the Canadians showed some fight, scoring two goals to avoid a shutout. However, the damage had already been done, and the United States cruised to an easy victory.
The win marked a statement victory for the United States, and the team will look to build on this momentum as the Rivalry Series continues. With their sights set on international glory, the Americans will be a team to watch in the world of women's ice hockey.