San Jose Sea Lions Unveiled as California’s First Professional Women’s Hockey Team
San Jose Sea Lions, California's first professional women's hockey team, have been unveiled and will play home games at SAP Center.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, November 10, 2026 — The San Jose Sea Lions have been officially unveiled, marking a significant milestone as California’s first professional women’s hockey team. The team’s introduction signals a new era for women’s professional sports in the region.
The newly formed San Jose Sea Lions will be based in San Jose, California, and are set to compete in the professional women’s hockey landscape. This marks the first time a team of this caliber will represent the state of California, a development anticipated to draw considerable attention from hockey enthusiasts and sports fans across the state.
In a strategic move to establish a strong home-ice presence, the Sea Lions have announced that all their home games will be played at the SAP Center. The SAP Center, a well-known venue in the San Francisco Bay Area, has a history of hosting major sporting events and concerts, providing a professional and high-capacity environment for the team’s inaugural season.
The establishment of the San Jose Sea Lions is seen as a pivotal moment for the growth and visibility of women’s professional hockey. The team’s presence aims to build a dedicated fanbase and contribute to the expanding opportunities for female athletes at the professional level. Further details regarding team management, league affiliation, player rosters, and the upcoming season schedule were not immediately available.
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