Group USA hockey gained the gold in a nail-biting match that led to an extra time victory on Sunday (February 22).
They performed Canada within the Gold Medal Match throughout the 2026 Olympics, and scored a objective in extra time ending the sport in a 2-1 victory.
After the sport, the staff instantly rushed collectively to rejoice.
Rapidly after, they held up a jersey that stated “Gaudreau” on the again. This represented Johnny Gaudreautheir teammate who tragically died in August of 2024 after being killed by a drunk driver on the weekend of their sister’s marriage ceremony. Johnny‘s brother Matthew was additionally killed within the tragedy.
Johnny‘s youngsters and household have been in Italy to see the Group USA victory.
Flick thru the gallery to see photographs of the victory celebration from Group USA…