Cammi Granato is a former professional ice hockey player from the United States, known for her significant contributions to women's hockey. Born on March 21, 1971, in Downers Grove, Illinois, she played as a forward and was a key member of the U.S. Women's National Team. Granato was instrumental in leading the team to a gold medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan. Throughout her career, Granato played in various leagues, including the National Women's Hockey League (NWHL) and the Western Women's Hockey League (WWHL). She was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2010, recognizing her impact on the sport and her role in promoting women's hockey.