The head of the Swedish hockey association, Anders Larsson, respects the decision, even if his words imply a great disappointment, which is legitimate.
"The Women's Under-18 World Cup is an important part of strengthening women's ice hockey, but that said, we greatly respect and understand the decision, made because of the picture of the pandemic around the world."
Maxim Lapierre also took the opportunity to pick on the IIHF, following their decision to cancel the January events, including the Women's World Cup. According to him, the IIHF clearly lacks leadership.