Team USA and Canada are set to clash for Olympic gold in women's ice hockey. The highly anticipated matchup takes place in Milan, Italy.
'Miracle on Ice' star Jim Craig, who backstopped the 1980 U.S. men's team to an improbable victory, shared his insights for the current women's squad. "The moment isn't bigger than you. You've prepared for this," Craig advised via X. "Trust the work. Trust each other. Compete with heart. When you play for the name on the front of the jersey, anything is possible."
Craig, a goaltender for the 1980 gold medal-winning team, is rooting for the women's team. This year, the American women have dominated, outscoring opponents significantly throughout the tournament. Their journey includes a convincing preliminary round victory over rivals Canada.
The U.S. aims to reclaim gold after a narrow loss to Canada in the previous Games. The rivalry between the two nations has defined the Olympic women's hockey final for years.