Vancouver hockey enthusiasts were left disappointed as Team Canada’s women’s hockey team faced a defeat against the United States in a thrilling showdown.
Excited supporters gathered at the Shark Club in downtown Vancouver to rally behind their team competing at the Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.
In a nail-biting encounter, Canada succumbed to a 2-1 loss in overtime, with Kristin O’Neill initially putting the Great White North in the lead early in the second period.
Despite the heartbreak, fans applauded Canada for their journey to the gold medal final.
While reflecting on the match, one fan remarked, “We may have been underdogs, but there’s no shame in our game.”
Another supporter added, “Although the result stings, the team’s performance was commendable. They gave it their all.”
The game witnessed touching moments as Canada’s captain Marie-Philip Poulin and Team USA captain Hilary Knight embraced post-match.
The lead slipped from Canada’s grasp in the final three minutes as Knight’s goal leveled the playing field.
A spectator shared, “Securing silver is a significant achievement. The competition was intense, and the game was an absolute joy to watch.”
Despite the outcome, fans in Vancouver expressed pride in the women’s team for their spirited display against their arch-rivals from the US.
“The silver may not feel like gold in this rivalry, but it’s a testament to our team’s determination,” one emotional fan expressed.
Another fan praised the team, saying, “Our players exhibited true Canadian grit and passion throughout.”
The watch party was organized by the PWHL’s Vancouver Goldeneyes, providing a platform for fans to come together and show their unwavering support for the national team.