kimmy Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I always feel kind of sad when these things come to an end. I was quite blah at the start, but became wrapped up in it as it went along. There are always those moments that leave an impression on you in some way or another. Brilliant performances, disappointments, great competition, courage, kindness... and just plain indescribable things like John Montgomery walking through the street celebrating his gold medal with a pitcher of beer. The Joannie Rochette story was such an emotional thing that it's still hard for me to think about it without getting misty-eyed. Her short program put a lump in my throat when I watched it, and it had the same effect again when I saw the recap and even the NBC announcer was so choked up that he couldn't even talk afterward. Another story I liked was Kaillie Humphries and Heather Moyse in bobsled. Kaillie Humphries didn't get to compete at the Turin Olympics because Moyse took her spot. Moyse missed a bronze medal by 5/100 of a second in Turin, and Humphries was so bitter about being bumped off the team that she considered competing for Britain afterward. Four years later, Humphries was driving Canada's fastest sled, and Moyse was her second. Moyse said that she didn't realize until much later that she felt guilty about taking Humphries' spot in Turin, and that helping Humphries win gold this year was much more meaningful as a result. Although Humphries seemed quiet and reserved during the medal ceremony, unlike the other women on the podium, I bet that the history made it especially sweet for her. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 Many of them had flights to catch for NHL games tomorrow. they were at their own private party. Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
jefferiah Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 (edited) this is normal in professional soccer, teams take out insurance policy on injuries so they don't pay wages they only lose the services of the player...some players have already said they will go to the next O's without permission of the team if need be, players will win this battle... You are probably right. They will win. Money issue aside, though, I still would not want my top players getting injured. Insurance can`t put them on the ice for me when the regular NHL schedule resumes. We can`t win without Bush Cheney on the back end. Edited March 1, 2010 by jefferiah Quote "Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much handling will spoil it." Lao Tzu
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 There are always those moments that leave an impression on you in some way or another. Brilliant performances, disappointments, great competition, courage, kindness... and just plain indescribable things like John Montgomery walking through the street celebrating his gold medal with a pitcher of beer. I was impressed by the female cross country skier that crashed in practice, broke 3 ribs, punctured/collapsed lung then went on to compete in her event and won a bronze, she needed to helped on to the podium to collect her medal...I can't imagine skiing and polling in race with broken ribs I wouldn't have thought that possible, that is one tough woman... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Alta4ever Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 (edited) they were at their own private party. Can point me to the artical, because from what i heard some of the players on both teams had to push back flight times, according to the announcers on the station i listened to the game on. Edited March 1, 2010 by Alta4ever Quote "What about the legitimacy of the democratic process, yeah, what about it?" Jack Layton and his coup against the people of Canada “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are, ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’” President Ronald Reagan
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 Can point me to the artical, because from what i heard some of the players on both teams had to push back flight times, according to the announcers on the station i listened to the game on. CTV Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Alta4ever Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 CTV Well I was hoping that it wasn't true. Quote "What about the legitimacy of the democratic process, yeah, what about it?" Jack Layton and his coup against the people of Canada “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are, ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’” President Ronald Reagan
Smallc Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 Well I was hoping that it wasn't true. On CTV, they said they were with their families, having just finished the game. There was nothing sinister about it. Some of the team did their best to make it to the arena, but nerves and adrenaline were still running high. I wouldn't be surprised to see some olympic athletes in a certain red chamber on Wednesday...or a certain green on on Thursday. Quote
kimmy Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 they were at their own private party. I thought it was cool seeing Ryan Miller at the closing ceremonies out among all of the amateur athletes and filming the whole thing on his iPhone. If people hadn't already noticed that he's one of the best in the world based on his play for the Sabres this season, his performance in this tournament ought to make people notice. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
bush_cheney2004 Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I thought it was cool seeing Ryan Miller at the closing ceremonies out among all of the amateur athletes and filming the whole thing on his iPhone. Right..that's what the experience should be....medal or no medal. If people hadn't already noticed that he's one of the best in the world based on his play for the Sabres this season, his performance in this tournament ought to make people notice. Frankly, I had no idea that Ryan Miller even existed before these games... no doubt a fine chap. Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
kimmy Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 Right..that's what the experience should be....medal or no medal. I have heard that Wayne Gretzky did the same thing in 1998 and has said that being at the closing ceremonies with all of the other athletes was one of the most memorable moments of his career. With an endorsement like that, I am surprised that other hockey players did not do the same. Frankly, I had no idea that Ryan Miller even existed before these games... Well, he does play in Buffalo. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
DogOnPorch Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 (edited) The Americans looked so sad. Then they made them hold flowers. The looks on their faces! Had someone thought quick, Team Canada could have invited the Americans over to join in on the group photo. Edited March 1, 2010 by DogOnPorch Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 On CTV, they said they were with their families, having just finished the game. There was nothing sinister about it. Some of the team did their best to make it to the arena, but nerves and adrenaline were still running high. I wouldn't be surprised to see some olympic athletes in a certain red chamber on Wednesday...or a certain green on on Thursday. it's elitist they should've been there, this has happened before with pro athletes...Hockey House where they were having their private party I believe is across the street from BC Place, their place should've been with their Olympic teammates...at least one player did go... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Alta4ever Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I think that this Olympics made those of us who haven't been much into the NHL for the last few years stand up and take notice of the up comming stars, Ryan Miller was phenomenal. I have never heard of Toews before either and I will be looking for him in the future too. Wow Quote "What about the legitimacy of the democratic process, yeah, what about it?" Jack Layton and his coup against the people of Canada “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are, ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’” President Ronald Reagan
Smallc Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 it's elitist What, are you a right winger now? Quote
dizzy Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I think that this Olympics made those of us who haven't been much into the NHL for the last few years stand up and take notice of the up comming stars, Ryan Miller was phenomenal. I have never heard of Toews before either and I will be looking for him in the future too. Wow I hadn't given the NHL much notice since leaving toronto (back in the days of doug gilmour and wendy clark). But what I got to witness watching the canadians and americans (and in the canada v. slovakia game before) is that the boyhood fever is still alive in hockey, despite their fancy paycheques. It was a great Olympics! I'm happy to see the grand performance of canadians with their historic golds and my neighbours on the overall count. And let's not forget those germans, sandwiched in between, with a noble 30 medals. We claim ownership of these medals based on nationality but I know that I wasn't there at the ice rink or hill every morning at 5:30am, spending countless hours from childhood onward, to build to this moment. These medals belong to the amazing athletes who showed us that excellence is still possible and to their parents who pushed, paid and sacrificed so that their kids could pursue their dreams. Quote
Sir Bandelot Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 The Americans looked so sad. Then they made them hold flowers. The looks on their faces! If there's one thing that upsets Americans, it's to know they are NUMBER TWO. Judging by the looks on many US athletes faces when they were awarded silver or bronze, they'd rather not be in the top three at all, than get second or third prize. There's the perception, if its not gold it's worthless, and that's a shame. But in the case of this final game, it could easily have went either way. My view is that Canada outplayed the US in both matches, in terms of the number of good scoring chances. Canada beat the US team in the first match, but the difference was they couldn't beat Ryan Miller. Canadian goaltender Luongo changed the balance of the game in Canadas favour. Anyway hats off to all those who can persist until the very end in the face of extreme adversity. Quote
Wilber Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I was impressed by the female cross country skier that crashed in practice, broke 3 ribs, punctured/collapsed lung then went on to compete in her event and won a bronze, she needed to helped on to the podium to collect her medal...I can't imagine skiing and polling in race with broken ribs I wouldn't have thought that possible, that is one tough woman... She and Rochette were co recipients of the Terry Fox award, given to the "Olympic athlete who embodies Fox's characteristics of determination and humility in the face of adversity". Best gut performance I can remember since Silken Laumann won a bronze at Barcelona while still on crutches. Maybe better. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
Wilber Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 In fairness to the NHL'ers, unlike the NBA and the Summer Olympics, this tournament comes right in the middle of their season. Some of these players were playing league games right up to the start of the Olympics and will be again today or tomorrow. There are seven Vancouver players on Olympic teams. All except one of them played in quarter, semi or medal games. Because of the Olympics, their last home game was January 27 and their next is March 13. The played their last game in Minneapolis on Feb 14 and their next is tomorrow in Columbus. In between they have been focused on winning an Olympic medal. It doesn't surprise me they want a little time to celebrate with their families before they head out again. I don't know whether this is as important as a Stanley Cup to them but from the way they played and the reactions of both teams after the game, it was obvious to me that it was pretty damn important to them. You might have to wait a long time to see a game that good again. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I don't know whether this is as important as a Stanley Cup to them but from the way they played and the reactions of both teams after the game, it was obvious to me that it was pretty damn important to them. You might have to wait a long time to see a game that good again. to any hockey player I've heard asked that question the O's are bigger than the Stanley Cup, this is an event that occurs once every four years so few players get to the O's at all, fewer still get to compete in more than one Olympic and very, very few get the chance to compete for the gold let alone win the gold...this is by far a more difficult competiton to win than the Stanley... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Guest American Woman Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 If there's one thing that upsets Americans, it's to know they are NUMBER TWO. And of course it wouldn't have upset Team Canada at all if they had been beaten by the U.S. and won the Silver for hockey instead of the Gold, eh? Wouldn't have upset them at all knowing they were NUMBER TWO. Judging by the looks on many US athletes faces when they were awarded silver or bronze, they'd rather not be in the top three at all, than get second or third prize. There's the perception, if its not gold it's worthless, and that's a shame. No different than how your hockey team would have felt getting the Silver or Bronze. And that has to be just as much of a shame. Quote
Wilber Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 If there's one thing that upsets Americans, it's to know they are NUMBER TWO. Judging by the looks on many US athletes faces when they were awarded silver or bronze, they'd rather not be in the top three at all, than get second or third prize. There's the perception, if its not gold it's worthless, and that's a shame. You think the Canadians would have looked any different if they had lost? The fact is, both teams had good reason to believe they could win that game and it had to be a bitter pill for the one that didn't. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
wyly Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 You think the Canadians would have looked any different if they had lost? The fact is, both teams had good reason to believe they could win that game and it had to be a bitter pill for the one that didn't. I can understand the emotional letdown of losing the final but how many athletes did we see in the games who were over the moon with a bronze or a silver, these pro hockey players don't seem to realize what a feat it is to get any medal... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Wilber Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 I can understand the emotional letdown of losing the final but how many athletes did we see in the games who were over the moon with a bronze or a silver, these pro hockey players don't seem to realize what a feat it is to get any medal... I don't think the reaction of the womens teams was any different. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
jefferiah Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 (edited) to any hockey player I've heard asked that question the O's are bigger than the Stanley Cup, this is an event that occurs once every four years so few players get to the O's at all, fewer still get to compete in more than one Olympic and very, very few get the chance to compete for the gold let alone win the gold...this is by far a more difficult competiton to win than the Stanley... I haven`t asked the majority of hockey players how they feel, but I think the Stanley Cup is a much higher priority for North American players for sure. And personally I think NHL hockey down the last 20 game stretch and the playoff hockey that follows is much better than the O`s. Edited March 1, 2010 by jefferiah Quote "Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much handling will spoil it." Lao Tzu
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