The German Ice Hockey Federation eV (DEB) The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) has finalized its roster for the women's ice hockey team for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, which will take place from February 6 to 22, 2026. The corresponding proposal has been submitted to the DOSB, which will announce the official nomination for Team Germany on January 20.
Women's national coach Jeff MacLeod effect three goalkeepers, eight defenders and twelve strikers MacLeod has proposed a team for the tournament. He is relying on an experienced squad with proven players who have competed together in numerous international tournaments.
Women's national coach Jeff MacLeod: “Many of our players have worked consistently for years and given their all to be at the Olympics. They have grown both as individuals and as a team through these challenges. For the Milan Olympics, we have assembled a group of athletes who have already competed in many tournaments together, and some young players who have proven themselves in recent training camps. We are confident in ourselves as a unit and are looking forward to the Olympic ice hockey tournament with great anticipation.”
Christian Kunast, Sports Board of the DEB“After twelve years, our women are returning to the Olympic stage. This is a significant moment for German ice hockey. This team has worked hard to earn their place. For all the players, their first Olympic appearance fulfills a long-held dream. We are proud to be part of this group and will support the team with all our strength. We want to present women's ice hockey in the best possible light on this grand stage.”
Fourth Olympic appearance for DEB-Women
The following is led by DEBThe team includes captain Daria Gleißner, who was already part of the squad for the 2014 Winter Olympics but had to leave early due to injury and did not play a single game. All other players are in an Olympic squad for the first time. This marks the fourth time the women's team has qualified for the Olympics. The last time the DEBThe women's team's participation dates back to 2014 (Sochi). The German team also participated in 2006 (Turin) and 2002 (Salt Lake City). The women's ice hockey tournament has been part of the Winter Games since 1998.
Olympic camp in Füssen, international match against Japan in Peiting
The women's national team will meet at the national training center in Füssen on Monday, January 26, 2026, to prepare for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Three PWHL players, Sandra Abstreiter, Katarina Jobst-Smith, and Laura Kluge, will join the team on Friday, January 30, 2026. Therefore, the roster will be expanded by two additional players at the start of the Olympic camp to provide extra support during this phase.
As part of the preparations, the following will take place on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 19:30 p.m. International match against Japan in the Peiting Ice Rink Tickets for the game are available online at [website address]. DEB-Ticket shop .
On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the team coached by Jeff MacLeod will travel to Milan. The German women's national team will begin their tournament campaign on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 12:10 PM against Sweden. Later in the preliminary round, they will face... DEB-Selection includes Japan, France and host Italy.
2026 Olympics: Women's Schedule
Preparation
30.01.2026/19/30 | XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. | Germany – Japan (Peiting)
Olympics 2026 | Women's Group B
05.02.2026/12/10 | XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. | Sweden - Germany
07.02.2026/12/10 | XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. | Germany - Japan
09.02.2026/16/40 | XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. | Germany - France
February 10.02.2026, 16 | 40:XNUMX PM | Italy – Germany
Visit the official website of the 2026 Winter Olympics: Website MilanoCortina2026