Here are some key points about USA Hockey ¹ ²:
– Team USA recently defeated Slovakia 5-4 in a shootout victory at the Winter Youth Olympic Games Gangwon 2024.
– Zane Torre’s power play goal tied the game with 54 seconds left, forcing a shootout.
– Mikey Berchild and AJ Francisco scored in the shootout, and goalie Xavier Wendt held strong for Team USA.
– The team’s motto is “hard, fast, smart,” and they have high expectations, hoping to win a gold medal.
– Team captain Parker Trottier, grandson of NHL legend Bryan Trottier, said, “Our expectations are to win a gold medal.”
– The team arrived in South Korea a few days ago and has been enjoying bonding and experiencing Korean culture.
– The athletes have been learning Korean phrases to greet staff and thank volunteers.
– The 17 teenagers on the team represent ten different states and trained together in California before the competition.
– Team USA’s next game is on Monday against Czechia, and a win would guarantee a spot in the semifinal.
