Ann-Renée Desbiens

Ann-Renée Desbiens is a Canadian ice hockey goaltender from Quebec who plays for the Montreal Victoire in the PWHL and for Canada’s women’s national team.

Ann-Renée Desbiens is a Canadian ice hockey goaltender from Quebec. She plays for the Montreal Victoire in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and represents Canada’s women’s national team. Desbiens has won Olympic gold, silver, and multiple world championship medals, and was a standout goaltender at the University of Wisconsin.

Early life and amateur career

Ann-Renée Desbiens was born in La Malbaie, Quebec, and grew up in Clermont, Quebec. She developed into an elite goaltender before playing NCAA hockey at the University of Wisconsin.

University of Wisconsin

At Wisconsin, Desbiens became one of the most accomplished goaltenders in program history. She set NCAA records for shutouts and wins cited by multiple sources. Her collegiate performance helped establish her as a top international prospect.

Professional career

Desbiens joined the Montreal Victoire in the PWHL as one of the team’s original foundational signings in 2023. She has continued to serve as a starting goaltender at the professional level.

International career

Desbiens has been a regular member of Canada’s women’s national team. She has played in multiple World Championships and Olympic tournaments. Her Olympic medals include silver in 2018, gold in 2022, and silver in 2026.