Sunday, March 15, 2009
Introduction
The 1970's
Herb Brooks-The Leader
The Competition
The Team
The Olympic Games
The Game-"The Miracle on Ice"
The Aftermath of the "Miracle"
Miracle
An American Obsession
The "Miracle on Ice" is purely an American event and obsession. When Herb Brooks was asked about the popularity of the "Miracle" ever deteriorating, he said "I don't think it will, it will never stop." (Brooks). Many Americans know the story of the "Miracle on Ice" and it is thought to be the sports event that defines the American determination and courage. The "Miracle on Ice" will be remembered as a purely American event and an American obsession for many years to come.
Works Cited
1. Allen, Kevin. "College Kids Perform Olympic Miracle." ESPNClassic.com. 23 Dec 2008. 15 Mar 2009 http://espn.go.com/classic/s/miracle_ice_1980.html.
2. "Herb Brooks Quotes." Thinkexist.com. 15 Mar 2009 http://thinkexist.com/quotes/herb_brooks/.
3. Sandler , Michael. Hockey: Miracle on Ice. New York City: Bearport Publishing Company, 2006.
4. Mizell, Hubert. "Miracle on Ice unmatched in capturing American spirit." St. Petersburg Times (2002):
5. "USA vs USSR Hockey." ABC Winter Olympics. ABC Wide World of Sports. ABC, New York City. 22 Feb 1980.
6. Miracle . Dir. Gavin McConnor. DVD. Disney, 2004.
7. Lewis, John. "Memory Lane-Miracle on Ice." [Weblog myBCTnow] 15 Mar 2009.
2. "Herb Brooks Quotes." Thinkexist.com. 15 Mar 2009 http://thinkexist.com/quotes/herb_brooks/.
3. Sandler , Michael. Hockey: Miracle on Ice. New York City: Bearport Publishing Company, 2006.
4. Mizell, Hubert. "Miracle on Ice unmatched in capturing American spirit." St. Petersburg Times (2002):
5. "USA vs USSR Hockey." ABC Winter Olympics. ABC Wide World of Sports. ABC, New York City. 22 Feb 1980.
6. Miracle . Dir. Gavin McConnor. DVD. Disney, 2004.
7. Lewis, John. "Memory Lane-Miracle on Ice." [Weblog myBCTnow] 15 Mar 2009
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