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San Jose's new women's hockey team announces first five players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:18 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

San Jose's new women's hockey team announces first five players

Summary

A new professional women's hockey team in San Jose is taking shape as the league reveals its inaugural five foundational players. Kristen O'Neill, Maddi Wheeler, Anne Cherkowski, Rory Guilday, and Corrine Schroeder are tasked with building the franchise ahead of its debut season next year. Interest in the team has surged, with thousands of fans requesting season tickets shortly after the franchise announcement. The players see a unique opportunity to grow the sport locally, particularly in an area with a high rate of girls' hockey participation but lacking a professional team. They aim to inspire the community and fill a gap in women's sports in the Bay Area.

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By the Numbers

•San Jose's team will start play next season.
•Thousands of fans requested season tickets soon after the announcement.
•Schroeder recorded the PWHL's first shutout.
•San Jose ranks sixth nationally for girls' hockey participation.
•Players aim to inspire the next generation in the Bay Area.

Latest Updates

9:18 PMYahoo Sports — Players of San Jose's new professional women's hockey team excited to build in Bay Area

What they're saying

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A new professional women's hockey team in San Jose is beginning to take shape, with the league announcing its first five foundational players tasked with building the expansion franchise. Players say they are excited to build the sport in the area and connect with their fans.
— Yahoo Sports

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