Russia Women's National Ice Hockey Team
The Russian women's national ice hockey team represents Russia at the International Ice Hockey Federation's IIHF World Women's Championships. The women's national team is controlled by Ice Hockey Federation of Russia. Russia has 308 female players in 2011.
Read more about Russia Women's National Ice Hockey Team: History, European Championship Record, World Championship Record, Olympic Record, Current Roster 2011, Coaching Staff 2011, Notable Players
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