Get ready for thrilling action: USA Team Handball’s senior Women’s National Team is poised to compete in the highly anticipated 2025 NACHC Senior Women’s championship in Mexico. This article unveils the team’s roster, key strategies, and the exciting schedule, providing fans with all the details on this important handball tournament.
USA Team Handball Set too Compete in NACHC Championship
the USA Team Handball’s Senior Women’s National Team is gearing up for the 2025 North America and Caribbean Handball Confederation (NACHC) Senior Women’s Championship. Mexico will host the competition from April 7-12, promising a week of intense matches and fierce competition.
The Roster: A Blend of Experience and youth
The team boasts a diverse roster, carefully selected to maximize its chances of success. Sarah Gascon, in her inaugural tournament as head coach, emphasized the strategic composition of the squad.
The final roster includes:
- Ashley Butler
- Ariane Clerc
- Sophie Fasold
- Lani Gronwald
- Ia Hannevik
- Elizabeth Hartnett Wyatt
- Sarah Hollis
- Daisy Licea
- Laisha martinez
- Natasha Muller
- Saga Nordin
- Maya Ready
- Lucille Ryan-Oye
- Maria vallone
- Marie Ann Wohlfahrt
- Maxime Wohlfahrt
Seven players – Ashley Butler, Ariane Clerc, Sophie Fasold, Elizabeth Hartnett Wyatt, Daisy Licea, Laisha Martinez, and Maria Vallone – bring valuable experience from the 2023 NACHC Senior Women’s Championship.
Heading into the NACHC tournament, we’re proud of the dynamic makeup of our roster—a strategic blend of seasoned veterans, emerging young talent, and passionate debutants.
Sarah Gascon, Head Coach, USA Team Handball Senior Women’s National Team
Gascon highlighted the importance of this mix, stating that Our veterans bring invaluable leadership and composure under pressure, the younger players contribute energy and fresh perspectives, and our newcomers are hungry to make their mark.
Ia Hannevik and Maya Ready are set to make their mark on the Senior Women’s National Team, fresh off a Gold Medal victory and a Junior Pan American Games qualification in Mexico City wiht the Junior squad. Their recent success adds momentum and confidence to the team’s overall dynamic.
This balanced group gives us depth,versatility,and a strong sense of unity. it is indeed both a privilege and an unbelievable honour to represent the United States on the international stage, and we’re committed to competing with heart, purpose, and pride.
Sarah Gascon
Tournament Format and schedule
The tournament features a round-robin format with all teams – Canada, cuba, Mexico, puerto Rico, and the United States – competing in a single group. The top teams will than advance to the medal matches on Saturday, April 12.
Match Schedule (Eastern Time)
| Date | Time (ET) | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| April 7 | 8:00 PM | Mexico |
| April 8 | 6:00 PM | Canada |
| april 10 | 6:00 PM | Puerto Rico |
| April 11 | 6:00 PM | Cuba |
The medal matches are scheduled for April 12. Details regarding live streaming will be released as it becomes available, allowing fans to follow the team’s progress throughout the championship.
