Like so many Canadians today, I watched with great pride as Canada emphasized once again that hockey is our game. After a nail-biting 3rd period which saw Zach Parise of the United States tie the game with only seconds remaining, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia’s Sidney Crosby sent all of Canada into hysteria with an overtime goal for the ages.
Prettier goals have been scored, but an overtime goal in a championship game is always a beautiful thing, unless you happen to be on the receiving end. This was an epic finish: with everything on the line in front of the home crowd, the superstar scored the goal he was supposed to. Go Canada, Go!
Having said all that, congratulations to the Americans who were worthy opponents and fierce competitors.