Overview
- A family GoFundMe launched after Edwards made the U.S. roster has raised more than $59,000, surpassing its $50,000 goal.
- Travis and Jason Kelce contributed $10,000 to the campaign, and Travis reached out to offer personal encouragement.
- The money will cover travel for up to 14 immediate family members to attend her debut in Milan-Cortina.
- Families typically pay their own way for Olympic events, highlighting the financial burden on women’s hockey players.
- Edwards, a Cleveland Heights native and Wisconsin senior, will be the first Black woman to represent the U.S. in Olympic ice hockey, and Team USA opens Feb. 5 against Czechia.