Nico Toemen, a linesman at the 1980 Olympics, shares his memories of the unforgettable hockey upset and remembers how a Soviet trick helped him onto the ice despite feeling sick. Continue reading
Mike Harris discusses the heroes that came out of the Miracle on Ice game and explains how it created an entire generation of new hockey fans, including young players who went on to play in the NHL because of the inspiring U.S. win. Continue reading
Sergey Krabu, a Russian sports journalist, discusses how the Soviets were expecting the game against America to be an easy win. Continue reading
Hockey professionals and fans discuss how the style of play team USA practiced compared to the style of the Soviet team during the 1980 Miracle on Ice hockey game. Continue reading
Igor Kuperman, a former sports journalist for the Soviets, discusses what he remembers about the Miracle on Ice game and its long lasting effect on Russian hockey. Continue reading
Sports Illustrated photographer Heinz Kluetmier remembers the amazing moments he was able to capture during the Miracle on Ice game at the 1980 Winter Olympics. Continue reading
Dan Brooks, son of the legendary hockey coach Herb Brooks, recalls what President Jimmy Carter said to his dad after they beat Finland in the gold medal game at the 1980 Winter Olympics. Continue reading
Olympic speed skater Eric Heiden remembers oversleeping for his 1000m race the day after watching the Miracle on Ice at the arena and recalls what it was like to sit right next to Al Michaels as he called the game. Continue reading
Henry Boucha, a member of the 1972 Olympic team, remembers the pride he felt watching the Miracle on Ice game. Continue reading
Legendary defenseman Slava Fetisov won two gold medals with the Soviet team and remembers the disappointment he felt in 1980 when the Soviets settled for silver.
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