Wednesday, 15 March 2017

U.S. Women's Hockey Team Boycotting World Championships To Protest Low Pay

Team USA hockey goalie Alex Rigsby defends the goal during a practice session in Plymouth Township, Mich., in December 2016.

The reigning world champions say they won't defend their title. Along with higher pay, they want more marketing and training support from USA Hockey. USA Hockey said it was "disappointed" by the move.

(Image credit: Carlos Osorio/AP)



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