Flavor Flav to Host Las Vegas Celebration for US Women’s Hockey Team

American rapper Flavor Flav will host a celebratory weekend in Las Vegas this July for the United States women’s hockey team, following their gold medal victory at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The event, dubbed “She Got Game,” will run from July 16-19 in partnership with MGM Resorts International.

A Celebration of Athletic Achievement

Flavor Flav announced the event on his X account, stating it will honor not only the women’s hockey team but too other female athletes [NBC New York]. He also launched a GoFundMe campaign to support the athletes and their celebrations [AP News].

Team’s Decision to Decline White House Invitation

The invitation to Flav’s celebration comes shortly after the US women’s hockey team declined an invitation to the White House from President Donald Trump. USA Hockey cited logistical and travel concerns as the reason for declining, following a similar decision regarding the men’s gold medal-winning team [NBC New York]. During a call congratulating the men’s team, President Trump reportedly stated he would extend the invitation to the women’s team as well.

Support from MGM Resorts and Alaska Airlines

MGM Resorts International is partnering with Flavor Flav to host the event [Gambling News]. Alaska Airlines has offered to coordinate flights to bring the athletes to Las Vegas [Gambling News], and the Palms Casino Resort has pledged luxury suites and dining experiences [Gambling News].

Flavor Flav’s Role at the Olympics

Flavor Flav served as the official hype man for the US bobsleigh and skeleton teams at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games and previously supported the women’s water polo team at the 2024 Paris Olympics [AP News].

Further details regarding the “She Got Game” weekend are expected to be announced soon.