Dominant Start in Auckland
The U.S. Women's National Field Hockey team opened its 2026 FIH Hockey Nations Cup campaign with a commanding 7‑2 victory over Uruguay in Auckland, New Zealand, on Saturday. Abby Tamer was the standout, netting four goals, while Ashley Sessa opened the scoring just 55 seconds into the match. Beth Yeager added a penalty‑corner drag flick, and Ryleigh Heck recorded her first conversion from a penalty corner, contributing to the decisive win.
Coach Passmore’s Praise
Coach David Passmore praised the squad’s intensity, noting that the performance set a new benchmark for margin of victory in the tournament. The win not only showcased depth in scoring but also reinforced the team’s defensive cohesion.
Final Pool Test Against Japan
The U.S. will close out pool play against Japan on June 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET, a match that could determine seeding for the knockout stage. With a perfect record so far, the Americans aim to carry momentum into the next round.
Streaming the Action
All matches of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup are available to viewers through Watch.Hockey’s pay‑per‑view platform, giving fans worldwide access to the high‑stakes contests.
USA Field Hockey, the sport’s governing body in the United States, continues to support the team’s development and community outreach, underscoring the growing profile of field hockey across the country.