Canadian · Edmonton, Canada · Born 20 August 1983Canadian ice hockey goaltender who won two Olympic gold medals and became the first woman to start a professional men's hockey game in North America.
The most accomplished female goaltender in the history of international women's ice hockey — two Olympic gold medals, four World Championship titles and a trailblazer who became the first woman to start a professional men's game in North America. Ice hockey combines exceptional skating, physical toughness and split-second decision-making across a demanding professional season. Career highlights included Olympic Gold 2010, 2014, IIHF Women's World Championship x4, First woman to start a professional men's hockey game in North America. In ice hockey, technical refinement and competitive experience at the highest level are the hallmarks of sustained success — qualities Shannon demonstrated consistently throughout her career. Few athletes in ice hockey combined consistency and peak performance as effectively across the full span of a long and distinguished career.
She became the first woman to play in a Western Hockey League regular season game.
How They Played
Szabados was known for her exceptional positioning and calm demeanor in net. She possessed quick reflexes and strong technical fundamentals that allowed her to compete effectively at high levels of competition.
Lasting Impact
Szabados broke significant gender barriers in hockey, paving the way for future female players to compete in traditionally male leagues.
Career Honours
- Olympic Gold 2010, 2014
- IIHF Women's World Championship x4
- First woman to start a professional men's hockey game in North America
| Team | Period | GP |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Cottonmouths | 2013–2014 | — |
| Team Alberta | 2005–2014 | |
| University of Alberta Pandas | 2006–2011 |
Canadian Athletes