The Hockey East Women's Tournament is an annual collegiate ice hockey competition featuring teams from the Hockey East Association. It typically takes place in March and serves as a playoff to determine the conference champion, with teams competing for a chance to qualify for the NCAA tournament. The tournament includes several rounds, starting with quarterfinals, followed by semifinals, and culminating in the championship game. The event showcases the skills of top collegiate players and promotes women's ice hockey at the collegiate level, highlighting the growth and popularity of the sport across the United States.