callmeslick wrote:dunno how other Americans view this, but I'm okay with it. Disappointed, sure, but even you must admit, Res, the performance on both the womens and mens sides reflect exactly HOW FAR U.S. developmental hockey has come in our lifetimes. Think back to your childhood, would it have seemed conceivable that US women would even play hockey? Or, that US men would be a factor in every international tournament? It wouldn't have to me. So, I'm proud of the teams, sorry they fell short, but still proud.
Think "Icecapades" and Nancy Kerrigan....and here we are now.