KK Harvey

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Professional Ice Hockey Player

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Olympic silver medalist and NCAA champion with Wisconsin hockey.

Essentials

Full name
KK Harvey
Years active
2022-present
Position
Defense
Jersey number
4
Nationality
American
Hometown
Salem, New Hampshire
College
University of Wisconsin
Agent
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kk's story

Caroline "KK" Harvey knew what she wanted before she was old enough to understand how improbable it was. At six years old, she told her aunt she was going to play in the Olympics. She wasn't making a wish so much as stating a destination. Her parents first put her on skates because she insisted on following her older brother to the rink, and they had her learn through figure skating before hockey so she would build flawless edges. Years later, those edges became the foundation of a game that changed expectations for what a defenseman could do, allowing her to attack with the confidence of a forward while controlling every inch of the ice.

There is a calmness to Harvey that stands in contrast to the speed of her game. Teammates describe someone who "strives for greatness in all areas," while Harvey is quick to redirect praise toward the people around her. "It really takes a village," she said after one of the biggest days of her career. "It takes your teammates, your coaches, your family." That perspective has shaped her rise as much as her talent. She speaks openly about wanting to be present in every experience, whether that's learning from veteran teammates, exploring new cultures at the Olympics, or becoming the kind of player young girls can picture themselves becoming.

Away from the rink, Harvey gravitates toward quiet routines. She loves reading, cooking new recipes, hunting for vintage finds at thrift stores, and hopes one day to become fluent in Spanish by living abroad. A small heart tattoo on her wrist honors her grandmother and reminds her that "life is bigger than hockey," especially in moments when the pressure feels overwhelming. She credits her mother for teaching her resilience and kindness, believing strength is measured as much by how you treat people as by how you perform. She has never lost sight of the little girl who declared she would make the Olympics.

Timeline

10 milestones

2020

Wins gold with Team USA at the IIHF U18 Women's World Championship after helping the U.S. earn silver the year before.

2021

Becomes the youngest player on Team USA at the IIHF Women's World Championship, winning a silver medal.

2022

Wins silver with Team USA at the Winter Olympics as one of the youngest players on the roster.

2022

Begins her collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin.

2023

Helps Wisconsin win the NCAA National Championship.

2023

Named Best Defender at the IIHF Women's World Championship after leading all players in tournament scoring.

2024

Wins a second NCAA National Championship with Wisconsin and is named WCHA Defender of the Year and a First-Team All-American.

2025

Wins gold with Team USA at the IIHF Women's World Championship and earns Best Defender honors for the second time.

2026

Leads Team USA to Olympic gold at the Winter Olympics, earning tournament MVP and Best Defender honors while setting an Olympic scoring record for a U.S. defender.

2026

Captains Wisconsin to the NCAA National Championship, wins the Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award, and is selected first overall in the PWHL Draft by Vancouver.

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Awards/Honors

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

2020IIHF U18 Women's World Championship Gold Medal
2022Olympic Silver Medal
2023, 2025IIHF Women's World Championship All-Star Team
2023, 2025IIHF Women's World Championship Best Defender
2023NCAA Championship All-Tournament Team
2023, 2024NCAA National Champion
2024, 2025All-WCHA First Team
2024, 2025First Team All-American (AHCA)
2024, 2025WCHA Defender of the Year
2024WCHA Defensive Player of the Year
2025IIHF Women's World Championship Gold Medal
2026First Overall Pick, PWHL Draft
2026Olympic Gold Medal
2026Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award

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