Laila Edwards has stepped forward as USA Hockey's newest star. She discusses her breakout, as do teammates Taylor Heise and Caroline Havey UTICA, New York — Team USA's Laila Edwards joined an exclusive class following a memorable debut at the IIHF Women's World Championship. Edwards earned Most Valuable Player honors at the 2024 IIHF Women's World Championship, as well as a spot on the All-Star Team. The 20-year-old tied for first in goals with six and fifth in points with eight. All of her goals came against Group A teams, Czechia, Finland and Canada. Edwards became just the second player alongside the United States' Taylor Heise to earn MVP honors at both the U18 and senior Women's World Championships. Edwards also earned a spot on the Media All-Star Team. Rounding out the media's selections were forwards Alex Carpenter and Czechia's Natalie Mylnkova; defenders Renata Fast of Canada and Caroline Harvey of the United States; and goaltender Sanni Ahola of Finland. Carpenter and Fast also earned honors as the IIHF Directorate's top forward and defender, respectivelt. Germany's Sandra Abstreiter was recognized as the top goaltender.
