Wisconsin Badgers Women's Hockey Team Dominates Final HCA Monthly Awards
Wisconsin women's hockey nearly sweeps final HCA monthly awards
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The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team secured three out of four Hockey Commissioners Association monthly awards for March 2026. Kelly Gorbatenko was named Player of the Month, Adéla Šapovalivova Rookie of the Month, and Ava McNaughton shared the Goalie of the Month award, contributing to the team's success in their second consecutive National Championship.
- 01Kelly Gorbatenko earned Player of the Month for March 2026.
- 02Adéla Šapovalivova won the Rookie of the Month award.
- 03Ava McNaughton shared the Goalie of the Month honors.
- 04The Badgers won their second straight National Championship.
- 05The only award they did not win was Defender of the Month.
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The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team had a remarkable showing in the final Hockey Commissioners Association (HCA) monthly awards for March 2026, winning three out of four honors. Kelly Gorbatenko was recognized as Player of the Month after scoring a hat trick against Quinnipiac and contributing points in every game throughout March. Adéla Šapovalivova received the Rookie of the Month award, showcasing her skills by assisting on two goals in the Badgers' National Championship victory over Ohio State. Additionally, Ava McNaughton was part of the trio awarded Goalie of the Month, noted for her outstanding performance as the Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Tournament. The only accolade that eluded Wisconsin was Defender of the Month, which was awarded to Ohio State's Emma Peschel and Yale's Molly Boyle. This strong performance underscores the team's dominance, having just secured their second consecutive National Championship.
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The recognition of these players highlights the strength of the Wisconsin women's hockey program, potentially attracting more talent and support for the team.
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