NYT Connections Sports Edition Hints and Answers for 22 February 2026

Hints

Today’s Connections: Sports Edition offers a delightful twist as it bids farewell to the Winter Olympics. It’s packed with engaging categories that reflect both the current sporting landscape and past triumphs. If you’re looking for some guidance without diving straight into the answers, here are a few helpful hints for each of the four groups, from the easiest to the most challenging:

Yellow group hint: Where the athletes will gather.

Green group hint: She shoots, she scores!

Blue group hint: Go for the gold!

Purple group hint: Draw a straight ____.

Answers

Now, if you’re ready to unveil the solutions, here’s a breakdown of the answers categorized by theme:

Yellow group: Future Olympic hosts.

  • Brisbane
  • French Alps
  • Los Angeles
  • Utah

Green group: US women’s hockey players.

  • Carpenter
  • Keller
  • Knight
  • Winn

Blue group: Part of an Olympic medal celebration.

  • Anthem
  • Medal
  • Podium
  • Stuffed animal

Purple group: ____ line.

  • Blue
  • Fall
  • Finish
  • Hog

As you piece together the puzzle, remember that being a fan of these sports can fuel your excitement while solving. Keeping an eye on recent events and player performances can provide valuable insight into future puzzles. Happy solving!

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