Hayley Wickenheiser

Ice hockey player; Olympic gold medalist

Hayley Wickenheiser - Ice hockey player; Olympic gold medalist
Born

August 12th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A retired ice hockey player, competed for Canada in multiple Olympic Games and World Championships. Played for the Canadian national women's hockey team, contributing to their success over several decades. Participated in the 2002, 2006, 2010, and 2014 Winter Olympics, securing four Olympic medals, including two gold medals in 2002 and 2010. Further played professionally in various leagues, including stints in Europe and the Canadian Women's Hockey League. Engaged in advocacy for women's sports and played a critical role in promoting ice hockey.

Won four Olympic medals, including two golds

Played in the Canadian Women's Hockey League

First woman to play in a men's professional league

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