Road to the 2026 World Cup
The United States women's national hockey team is gearing up for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, a tournament that will run from August 15 through August 29. The Americans have been placed in Pool B, where they will meet Argentina, Scotland and Germany.
Their first test comes on August 15 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, when they take on Argentina in a match that promises early momentum for the squad. Two days later, on August 17, the team will face Scotland at 5:00 a.m. ET, before confronting Germany on August 19 at 8:00 a.m. ET.
USA earned its spot through continental representation after a second‑place finish at the 2025 Pan American Cup, a result that secured the nation’s qualification despite a strong showing by the eventual champions.
The schedule also reflects the broader context of the competition, with Argentina having secured its own place via a second‑place finish in the 2024–25 FIH Hockey Pro League, underscoring the high level of competition awaiting the U.S. side.
Broadcast coverage will be anchored by CBS Sports Network for the pool‑play games, while the entire tournament can be streamed on Watch.Hockey for a flat fee of $44.99, giving fans worldwide access to every match.
Beyond the upcoming fixtures, the United States carries a storied World Cup pedigree, highlighted by a historic bronze medal in 1994 that remains the nation’s best finish in the event.
The roster for the tournament was announced on July 11 by head coach David Passmore, who assembled a 20‑player lineup that blends veteran presence with emerging talent.
Having competed in nine World Cups since 1983, the U.S. has consistently placed between sixth and fourteenth, a record that sets the stage for a potential breakthrough in 2026.