The Norwegian national ice hockey team represents Norway in international ice hockey competitions. The team is governed by the Norwegian Ice Hockey Association and competes in various tournaments, including the IIHF World Championships and the Olympic Games. Norway has a rich ice hockey history, with its first official match played in 1909. The team has seen varying levels of success, with its best performance in the World Championships occurring in 1951 when they finished in fourth place. The team's colors are red, white, and blue, reflecting the national flag.