Canada defeats Swiss 5-1 at under-18 women's world hockey championship

Dorothy Copetti scored twice, including the first goal of her international career, to lead Canada past Switzerland 5-1 on Sunday in the preliminary round of the under-18 women's hockey world championship.

Sara Manness had a goal and an assist for Canada (2-0-0), while Hayley McDonald and Chloe Primerano rounded out the scoring.

Amelia Wilkinson made 10 saves in net for the win as Canada outshot Switzerland 60-11.

Jael Manetsch was the lone Swiss (0-1-1) scorer as goaltender Amaya Iseli stopped 55 shots.

Canada has the day off before playing Czechia on Tuesday.

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