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Kori Cheverie named head coach of Team Canada for women's worlds

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 10:10 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Kori Cheverie named head coach of Team Canada for women's worlds

Summary

Kori Cheverie has been named head coach of Canada’s national women’s hockey team for the world championship in Denmark this November, according to Hockey Canada. Cheverie replaces Troy Ryan, who stepped down after his contract expired. She has previously served as an assistant coach since 2021 and led the PWHL Montreal Victoire to a Walter Cup title. This appointment marks a renewal for Team Canada following a loss to the United States in the gold medal game at the Milan Games in February. Cheverie’s coaching staff includes Caroline Ouellette as assistant coach and Kris Sparre as a new assistant. Cheverie’s contract runs until the end of the 2026-27 season.

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By the Numbers

•Kori Cheverie replaces Troy Ryan as head coach
•World championship takes place in Denmark this November
•Cheverie was assistant coach since 2021
•Captains and key players face roster changes
•Coaching staff includes Caroline Ouellette and Kris Sparre

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10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kori Cheverie promoted to head coach of Team Canada for women's world hockey championship

What they're saying

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Kori Cheverie has been promoted to head coach of Canada’s national team for the women’s world hockey championship in Denmark in November, Hockey Canada announced on Thursday. The PWHL Montreal Victoire coach, coming off a Walter Cup title in May, replaces Troy Ryan, who stepped down after his contract expired in May. Cheverie served as Ryan’s national team assistant since 2021 and her term with Team Canada is limited to the 2026-27 season.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOHN WAWROW

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