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Mike Sullivan drops inspirational take on women\u2019s hockey Olympic gold medal<\/a> appeared first on ClutchPoints<\/a>. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The United States is beaoming with pride after seeing the Women\u2019s Hockey team defeat Canada in OT to win the gold medal<\/a> at the Milan Olympics. It was a moment that won the hearts of so many, including New York Rangers<\/a> head coach Mike Sullivan.<\/p>\n

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After the win, Sullivan spoke movingly<\/a> about what that moment means in its historical context, per Mollie Walker of The New York Post.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat a terrific hockey team,\u201d he said. \u201cThey\u2019ll be an inspiration for the next generation of girls growing up in the United States. It\u2019s crazy how far women\u2019s hockey has come in the United States, and a lot of it is due to teams like this and the girls that play on these teams. They inspire the next generation. That\u2019s how it works.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Americans came back to triumph over the Canadians 2-1. In the process, the Americans captured their third gold medal in Olympic history. Each time they defeated Canada. In 1998, they won the first-ever women\u2019s hockey tournament at the Nagano Olympics. They defeated Canada in the gold medal game 3-1.<\/p>\n

Twenty years later, they won the gold medal in PyeongChang, beating Canada 3-2.<\/p>\n

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This victory at the Milan Olympics featured some notable players. Team captain Hilary Knight closed out her Olympic career. Also, Laila Edwards became the first black woman to play for Team USA<\/a> at the Winter Olympics.<\/p>\n

Megan Keller led the team with 9 points: three goals and six assists. Hannah Blika led with four goals.<\/p>\n

In May 2025, Sullivan became the Rangers\u2019 head coach after ten years with the Pittsburgh Penguins.<\/p>\n

Related: Canada\u2019s riveting Olympic win vs. Finland sends global fans into hysteria<\/a><\/p>\n

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