Austria’s national women's ice hockey team is embroiled in controversy stemming from allegations of disrespectful treatment by the Austrian Ice Hockey Association (ÖEHV). Top players are protesting what they describe as a lack of respect from the organization, leading to a partial boycott of recent competitions. The core of the team was absent from a tournament in Slovakia, and the team’s head coach was notably missing during travel arrangements. This situation highlights a deeper struggle within the program, with players voicing frustrations over ongoing issues within the association. The ÖEHV has yet to issue a comprehensive response to the accusations, but the situation threatens the team’s performance and future participation in international events. The absence of key personnel and significant player dissent point to a serious organizational breakdown within Austrian women's ice hockey. This controversy raises questions about the support and value placed on the women's program by the national governing body.