Women’s hockey USA dominates Switzerland 5-0 at Olympics, stays unbeaten

The USA women’s hockey team absolutely dominated Switzerland with a 5-0 shutout victory on February 9. Team USA stayed perfect at the 2026 Milan Olympics, improving to 3-0 in group play. Now they prepare for tomorrow’s high-stakes showdown against rival Canada.

Offensive Explosion Ends Any Swiss Hopes

Team USA put the game out of reach early, scoring five goals with excellent depth. Caroline Harvey finalized the victory with a fifth-period goal, adding two assists for a three-point night. Joy Dunne matched Harvey’s impact, also recording one goal and two assists. The American offense showed no signs of slowing down after dominating Finland and Czechia earlier.

Haley Winn, Hannah Bilka, and Alex Carpenter each contributed goals in the convincing victory. USA’s balanced scoring makes them nearly impossible to defend in group play. Coach Continuity and depth allowed multiple lines to find the back of the net.

Gwyneth Philips Shines in Must-See Debut Performance

Goaltender Gwyneth Philips made her Olympic debut a memorable one, stopping all 20 Swiss shots. The Ohio native who plays for the Ottawa Charge showed her readiness for the big stage. Her stellar glove save with 7:23 remaining denied Switzerland’s net-front chances. Ava McNaughton entered the game with 2:00 remaining and recorded one save to share in the shutout.

Philips’ performance signals USA goaltending depth extends beyond traditional starters. Switzerland tested the American defense early, but Philips remained steady throughout the contest. Her Olympic highlight reel is officially underway.

Unbeaten Run Sets Stage for Canada Showdown

Factor	USA	Switzerland
Record	3-0	Group Play
Goals Scored	15 total	0 this game
Goals Allowed	0	5
Key Strength	Balanced Scoring	Defensive Grit

USA’s perfect record includes five goals per game against Finland, Czechia, and Switzerland. The Americans dominated in Helsinki and now Milan with balanced offensive firepower. Their undefeated status positions them as gold medal favorites entering the Canada elimination matchup.

February 10 marks the moment everyone anticipated: USA versus Canada in women’s Olympic hockey. The 8:10 PM ET face-off will showcase the rivalry’s intensity and highest stakes of preliminary play. Both nations bring unbeaten records, making this a must-watch clash.

“Led by three-point performances from Joy Dunne and Caroline Harvey, the U.S. Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey Team defeated Switzerland, 5-0, in the preliminary round.”

— USA Hockey, Official Statement

What’s Next After Switzerland Dismantling

USA now heads into battle against fierce Canadian opposition. The Canadian women’s team also remains undefeated in Milan Cortina group play. This tomorrow matchup will likely determine playoff positioning and momentum entering knockout rounds. Both teams possess identical unbeaten records entering the most anticipated women’s hockey game of the Olympics.

Coach Jim Schoenfeld’s squad showed offensive explosiveness and defensive solidity against Switzerland. Matching that intensity against Canada will be absolutely critical. USA’s ability to replicate this dominant performance on February 10 will determine whether they keep their perfect record alive.

Can USA’s Hot Streak Continue Against Canada Tomorrow

Three wins in three games represents textbook Olympic hockey excellence. USA hasn’t allowed a single goal while scoring 15 total goals. Switzerland’s shutout loss marked their second consecutive dominant performance. The question now centers on whether this magical run continues against Canada’s elite roster.

Gwyneth Philips’ stellar debut combined with Harvey and Dunne’s offensive production gives USA immense confidence heading into the rivalry rematch. Canada won’t offer the same competition level as Switzerland, but they bring Olympic gold medal experience. Will USA maintain their unbeaten streak? The entire nation watches tomorrow.

Sources

• USA Hockey – Official Olympic team statement and game results
• ESPN – Comprehensive game statistics and Olympic coverage
• Olympics.com – Official Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games updates