One man takes a journey to Lake Placid to relive the amazing upset and experience that was the 1980 winter Olympics hockey game against the U.S. and the Soviet Union.
Legendary Ken Morrows remembers what it was like after winning the gold medal for men’s hockey in the 1980 winter Olympic games.
Jim Craig gives a motivational speech centered around the upset created once his relentless and hard working 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team achieved a victory against the Soviets during the winter Olympic games.
News broadcaster Al Michaels, famous for covering the 1980 Miracle on Ice game, explains the challenges of staying calm and collected as the U.S. is about to upset the Soviet hockey team. He explains the atmosphere of the stadium and the electric crowd.
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
Sergey Krabu, a Russian sports journalist, discusses how the Soviets were expecting the game against America to be an easy win. 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
Jamie Farr, a star of the TV show Mash, describes his experience sitting in the Soviet section and cheering for the American team. Continue reading
Erik Wemple was a teenager in 1980 when he attended the game with his brothers. He remembers the incredible experience, including the ride up, watching the game, celebrating the victory, and running out of gas driving home. Continue reading
