Ohio State Women's Hockey Players Advance to Olympic Quarterfinals

All 13 Buckeyes competing in Beijing have made it to the knockout round.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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All 13 active and former Ohio State Buckeyes women's hockey players competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics have advanced to the quarterfinal round on Feb. 13 and 14 in Milano Cortina. The U.S. women's hockey team, led by three players with Ohio ties, went undefeated in group play with a +19 goal differential.

Why it matters

The strong performance of the Ohio State players on the U.S. Olympic team highlights the growing talent and success of the university's women's hockey program. Their advancement to the quarterfinals is a point of pride for Ohio State and the state of Ohio, showcasing the caliber of athletes coming out of the region.

The details

The 13 Ohio State players competing in the Olympics include both active Buckeyes and alumni. Notable performers so far include junior Joy Dunne (2 goals, 2 assists), alum Hannah Bilka (3 goals, 1 assist), and Cleveland Heights native Laila Edwards (1 goal, 3 assists). The U.S. team led Group A with an undefeated record and a +19 goal differential, automatically qualifying for the quarterfinal round.

  • The quarterfinal matches will take place on Feb. 13 and 14.
  • The U.S. women's hockey team went undefeated in group play.

The players

Joy Dunne

A junior on the Ohio State women's hockey team, Dunne has contributed 2 goals and 2 assists for the U.S. Olympic team so far.

Hannah Bilka

An Ohio State alumna, Bilka has scored 3 goals and recorded 1 assist for the U.S. Olympic team.

Laila Edwards

A Cleveland Heights native, Edwards has 1 goal and 3 assists for the U.S. Olympic team.

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What’s next

The U.S. women's hockey team will play their quarterfinal match on Friday, February 13th.

The takeaway

The strong performance of the Ohio State players on the U.S. Olympic women's hockey team demonstrates the growing talent and success of the university's program. Their advancement to the quarterfinals is a point of pride for Ohio State and the state, showcasing the caliber of athletes coming out of the region.