The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) announced on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, that its new franchise in San Jose will be called the Sea Lions. The league revealed the team's logo, featuring a stylized sea lion, marking the latest expansion of professional women's hockey in North America.
The San Jose Sea Lions will begin play in the PWHL's upcoming season, joining a growing list of teams dedicated to showcasing elite women's hockey. The name pays homage to the marine life of the California coast, and the franchise aims to build a strong fan base in the San Francisco Bay Area.
