Top Ten Canadian Sochi Moments
#10 Redemption
After getting 7th in the 1500m short track speed skating in Vancouver, Hamelin was determined to win it all in Sochi. He got the gold, proving himself in what he had deemed his "weakest event."
After getting 7th in the 1500m short track speed skating in Vancouver, Hamelin was determined to win it all in Sochi. He got the gold, proving himself in what he had deemed his "weakest event."
#9 Defended Title!
After trailing the US in woman's bobsleigh, Kaillie Humphries and Heather Moyse came from behind to defend their Olympic gold by a tenth of a second!
After trailing the US in woman's bobsleigh, Kaillie Humphries and Heather Moyse came from behind to defend their Olympic gold by a tenth of a second!
#8 Golden Heart
Gilmore Junio gave up spot in the final race for the 1000m speed skating to teammate, Denny Morrison, who clinched the silver.
Gilmore Junio gave up spot in the final race for the 1000m speed skating to teammate, Denny Morrison, who clinched the silver.
After hearing that teammate Denny Morrison had fallen and did not qualify for his best event, Gilmore Junio made the decision to give him his spot. Because of his sacrifice, Morison went off to win the silver for Canada, losing gold only by one four hundredth of a second.
When Junio returned home, he was welcomed as a hero. Despite not winning any medals, his fans praise and congratulate him; "Gilmore won gold in the hearts of Canadians."
When Junio returned home, he was welcomed as a hero. Despite not winning any medals, his fans praise and congratulate him; "Gilmore won gold in the hearts of Canadians."
#7 Perfect Games
This marks the first time that one country won both golds in mens and women's' curling.
The Ladies
Jennifer Jones, the most decorated curler, lead Canada to victory in every single game. Team Canada beat Sweden 6-3, ending the Olympics with a perfect 11 wins and 0 losses record.
This marks the first time that one country won both golds in mens and women's' curling.
The Ladies
Jennifer Jones, the most decorated curler, lead Canada to victory in every single game. Team Canada beat Sweden 6-3, ending the Olympics with a perfect 11 wins and 0 losses record.
The Men
By destroying Britain 9-3,they set the record for the largest margin of victory ever in an Olympic curling final.
By destroying Britain 9-3,they set the record for the largest margin of victory ever in an Olympic curling final.
#6 The Perfect Run
Bilodeau defends his title as gold medalist in men's moguls.
Bilodeau defends his title as gold medalist in men's moguls.
Remember Alexandre Bilodeau? The one who won Canada's first gold on home soil back in 2010? Now in Sochi, he's done it again. Winning his second gold medal, he's earned the title as the first Canadian freestyle skier to defend a gold medal. After receiving his medal for what he said was "the best run of my career today", he ran over towards his family and gave his brother - who suffers from cerebral palsy, but also acts as his biggest inspiration - a huge hug.
#5 True Sportsmanship
Canadian coach, Justin Wadsworth showed the true meaning of the Olympics by helping a Russian cross country skier as he struggled to finish the race on a broken ski.
Canadian coach, Justin Wadsworth showed the true meaning of the Olympics by helping a Russian cross country skier as he struggled to finish the race on a broken ski.
Anton Gafarav started this race as a medal favourite, but after falling on a quick downhill corner that broke his ski, he ended far behind the rest of the pack. After crashing a second time, it was clear that he could no longer ski across the finish line, but would have to drag himself across it. Wadsworth, noticing that nobody was bothering to help, approached the struggling athlete with a spare ski. Without any words between them, needing only a nod of understanding from the skier, Gafarav's ski was replaced and he sets off to finish the race with the crowd cheering behind him.
#4 Canada's Sport
Canada destroys Sweden in Men's Hockey.
Canada destroys Sweden in Men's Hockey.
There's a reason why hockey is always played on the last day of the Olympics. There's a reason why Putin (and the Sochi bear) were so upset after Russia's terrible loss against the Finns. It's the most anticipated event of the Olympics and for good reason too. After beating the US in a close 1-0 match, Canada then goes on to shutout Sweden with a score of 3-0. Jonathan Toews scored the first goal in the 1st period, followed by captain Sydney Crosby, scoring his first goal in the tournament and finally Chris Kunitz, who added insult to injury by giving Canada a three point lead. Canada completely dominated the game, proving yet again that hockey really is Canada's sport.
#3 Saying Farewell
Friends and family spreaded Sarah Burke's ashes in Sochi, never forgetting her and her contribution to women's free skiing halfpipe.
Friends and family spreaded Sarah Burke's ashes in Sochi, never forgetting her and her contribution to women's free skiing halfpipe.
Sarah Burke, of Canada, was one of the main contributors campaigning to get free skiing halfpipe added to the Olympics. When it was finally added to the Sochi schedule, Burke's consistent wins in the X-Games made her a medal favourite. Unfortunately, on January 19, 2012 she sustained injuries in a training crash and died at the age of 29.
She was remembered for her dedication and enthusiasm and many participating in the sport she had fought for, dedicated their run in her name. Her ashes were spread onto the half pipe and athletes slid down the course in a heart-shaped formation in honour of her memory.
She was remembered for her dedication and enthusiasm and many participating in the sport she had fought for, dedicated their run in her name. Her ashes were spread onto the half pipe and athletes slid down the course in a heart-shaped formation in honour of her memory.
#2 Family Pride
Sisters Justine and Chloe Dufour-Lapointe won gold and silver in woman's moguls.
Sisters Justine and Chloe Dufour-Lapointe won gold and silver in woman's moguls.
How amazing must it be to to stand proudly on the podium. How amazing must it be to share that podium with your own sister.
Sochi marks the Olympics when not one, not two, but all three Lapoint sisters participated in the woman's moguls together. The Dufour-Lapointe family nearly swept the podium, with Chloe winning second, losing only to her sister, Justine who scored Canada's first gold in Sochi.
Sochi marks the Olympics when not one, not two, but all three Lapoint sisters participated in the woman's moguls together. The Dufour-Lapointe family nearly swept the podium, with Chloe winning second, losing only to her sister, Justine who scored Canada's first gold in Sochi.
#1 The Ultimate Comeback
Canada won gold in woman's hockey after an amazing comeback against their arch-rivals, the Americans.
Trailing 2-0 with only a few minutes left, things seemed to be looking grim for the defending champions. Nevertheless, this team wasn’t ready to give up. With 3:26 left in the game, Canada’s Brianne Jenner scored Canada’s first goal, closing the gap 2-1.
Then, it was all or nothing. Canada pulled their goalie and while they got another attacker, their net was left wide open, giving USA the perfect opportunity to score and seal themselves the gold. Luckily, the puck barely missed the net by a mere few inches and hit the post instead. Not too long later, Canada’s Marie-Phillip Poulin scored the tying goal with only 55 seconds left, pushing the final showdown to overtime. Amazing feat after amazing feat, she then also scored the winning goal, ending the game 3-2.
Not only was it a nail biter of a game, but it also maintained Canada’s domination against the US with their fourth consecutive gold medal in woman’s hockey!
Then, it was all or nothing. Canada pulled their goalie and while they got another attacker, their net was left wide open, giving USA the perfect opportunity to score and seal themselves the gold. Luckily, the puck barely missed the net by a mere few inches and hit the post instead. Not too long later, Canada’s Marie-Phillip Poulin scored the tying goal with only 55 seconds left, pushing the final showdown to overtime. Amazing feat after amazing feat, she then also scored the winning goal, ending the game 3-2.
Not only was it a nail biter of a game, but it also maintained Canada’s domination against the US with their fourth consecutive gold medal in woman’s hockey!
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Thank you Canada for bringing us another exciting and amazing Olympics!