Add another line to the resume: First overall pick. Rookie goal-scoring leader. And now? Olympian.
The kid from Vlašim, Czechia, is going to the big show. Kristýna Kaltounková, the New York Sirens forward who’s been lighting lamps all season, just got the call every athlete dreams of: she’s officially on the Czechia Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey team for Milano Cortina 2026.
From PWHL First Overall Pick to Olympic Secret Weapon
Let’s be honest: the Czechs probably had her name sharpied on the roster before the PWHL draft even happened. The 23-year-old doesn’t just show up; she takes over. Her international and professional resume is already elite:
- World Championships (2025): Named to the All-Star team.
- PWHL Rookie Season: Leading all rookies with five goals in her first ten games.
- The “Franchise Player” Impact: As the Sirens’ top pick, she has stabilized the New York offense immediately.
The Road to Milano Cortina 2026
While the PWHL hits a pause later this month for the Olympic break, Kaltounková will be chasing gold in Italy. Fans won’t have to wait long for high-stakes drama; the tournament kicks off with a massive test for the Czech squad.
Key Date: Team Czechia vs. Team USA – February 5th, 2026.
Catch the Sirens Star in New York Before the Break
Before she boards a plane for Europe, New York fans have one last chance to send her off. The New York Sirens’ last home game before the Olympic hiatus is:
- Opponent: Ottawa
- Date: January 20th
- Location: Prudential Center
It’s your chance to tell a future Olympic star “good luck” in person. The Sirens have found their franchise player—and now, the world is about to see Czechia’s secret weapon on the biggest stage in sports.