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
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
In the days leading up to the Olympics, the U.S. and Soviet teams played one last exhibition, an easy win for the Soviets. 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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Journalist Gerald Eskenazi got to know Herb Brooks well while covering the team, and he recalls their interactions. Continue reading
Calle Johannson, a 17-year NHL player and native of Sweden, recalls watching the U.S. team tie the Swedes early in the Olympic hockey tournament. Continue reading
