The argument around revenue generation comparisons with Men's hockey is irrelevant.  There are plenty of sports where athletes get paid and the athletic performance level is not the best in the world.  For US Woman's hockey, they have established themselves as the elite competitor (along with Canada).  No the Men's team would beat them handily but so what.  Why is that the comparison?

These woman represent their country proudly in Olympic competition and would not be able to perform at the level expected of US Hockey based on the money paid by US hockey.  Decisions are not and should not be based solely on revenue considerations.  And these woman deserve more than $1K a month for the 6 months prior to the Games.  Sadly, US Hockey is showing their sexist tendencies with their approach and it is a disservice to the intentions, actions, and motivations of the US Woman's hockey team.