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U.S. Women's Hockey Stars Shine on SNL with Men

3/3/2026

Summary

Hockey Stars Unite

Hilary Knight and Megan Keller of the U.S. women's hockey team appeared on Saturday Night Live with the men's team members Jack and Quinn Hughes.
The segment addressed U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about inviting the women's team to the State of the Union.
Knight noted, "It was going to be just us, but we thought we’d invite the guys too," referencing the women's recent gold medal win.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. women's hockey team's gold medal victory at the 2018 Winter Olympics marked a significant milestone in women's sports, ending a 20-year Olympic gold drought. Key players like Hilary Knight and Megan Keller celebrated this achievement, which sparked discussions on gender equality in athletics, especially following President Trump's comments on the team's recognition. This victory has since fueled advocacy for equal opportunities in women's sports.

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Hockey Stars Unite

Hilary Knight and Megan Keller of the U.S. women's hockey team appeared on Saturday Night Live with the men's team members Jack and Quinn Hughes.
The segment addressed U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about inviting the women's team to the State of the Union.
Knight noted, "It was going to be just us, but we thought we’d invite the guys too," referencing the women's recent gold medal win.

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