Caroline Harvey Seeks Olympic Gold Medal Redemption

The two-time Olympian returns to the women's hockey team with experience and a drive to win gold.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 10:23am

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Caroline Harvey, who was the youngest player on the 2022 U.S. Olympic women's hockey team, is set to make her second Olympic appearance. Now 23 years old, Harvey is returning with four years of additional experience and a desire for redemption after falling short against Canada in the gold medal game in 2022.

Why it matters

Harvey's journey to the Olympics at a young age and her determination to win gold after a disappointing loss in 2022 resonates with many young athletes who aspire to represent their country on the world's biggest stage. Her story highlights the dedication and perseverance required to reach the pinnacle of one's sport.

The details

In 2022, Harvey became the youngest player on the U.S. Olympic women's hockey roster at just 19 years old. She approached the experience as a learning opportunity, eager to soak in as much as she could. However, the sting of losing the gold medal game to Canada has remained with her. Now, with four more years of experience under her belt, Harvey is returning to the Olympics as a more mature and key player on the team, driven to help the U.S. capture the gold medal that eluded them in 2022.

  • In 2022, Harvey became the youngest player on the U.S. Olympic women's hockey roster at just 19 years old.
  • Harvey is set to make her second Olympic appearance in 2026.

The players

Caroline Harvey

A two-time Olympian who was the youngest player on the U.S. women's hockey team in 2022 and is now returning to the Olympics with more experience and a desire for redemption after falling short of the gold medal.

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What they’re saying

“Getting that call is the same feeling, chills… I started tearing up. I was just so excited. It's always so memorable.”

— Caroline Harvey (nbc26.com)

“It was such a stinging pain, and just whenever you lose to Canada, it's the worst, and we're such great enemies, but it's so fierce and competitive when we're out there against them, and you never want to be on the losing side, especially a gold medal.”

— Caroline Harvey (nbc26.com)

“I honestly love like those high-pressure moments more than anything in those games. Like I feel like it brings out the best in anyone.”

— Caroline Harvey (nbc26.com)

“From a young age, my parents have instilled that in me. I've always had this drive to just not be complacent and just want more and be a better version of myself, as a teammate and on the ice.”

— Caroline Harvey (nbc26.com)

“I hope to make an impact and inspire the next generation.”

— Caroline Harvey (nbc26.com)

What’s next

Harvey and the U.S. women's hockey team will compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics, where they will look to avenge their 2022 gold medal loss to Canada.

The takeaway

Caroline Harvey's journey to the Olympics at a young age and her determination to win gold after a disappointing loss in 2022 serves as an inspiration for young athletes who aspire to represent their country on the world's biggest stage. Her story highlights the dedication, perseverance, and maturity required to reach the pinnacle of one's sport.