Mike Sullivan inspired a gold medal in women’s hockey
The United States is beaming with pride after seeing the women’s hockey team beat Canada in OT and win the gold medal at the Olympic Games in Milan. It was a moment that won the hearts of many, including New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan.
After the win, Sullivan spoke movingly about what that moment means in its historical context, according to Molly Walker of the New York Post.
“What a great hockey team,” he said. “They’re going to be an inspiration to the next generation of girls growing up in the United States. It’s crazy how far women’s hockey has come in the United States, and a lot of credit goes to teams like this and the girls who play on those teams. They inspire the next generation. That’s how it works.”
The Americans came back to triumph over the Canadians 2-1. In the process, the Americans won their third gold medal in Olympic history. They beat Canada every time. In 1998, they won the first women’s hockey tournament at the Olympic Games in Nagano. They defeated Canada in the gold medal game 3-1.
Twenty years later, they won the gold medal in PyeongChang, defeating Canada 3-2.
This victory at the Milan Olympics featured several notable players. Team captain Hilary Knight ended her Olympic career. Also, Laila Edwards became the first black woman to play for Team USA at the Winter Olympics.
Megan Keller led the team with 9 points: three goals and six assists. Hana Blik led with four goals.
In May 2025, Sullivan became the head coach of the Rangers after ten years with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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