2010 Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game Box Score
The 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada was a historic event, especially for the hockey enthusiasts all over the world. The Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Game of 2010 was one of the most exciting matches in the history of the sport. The game was played between the two arch-rivals; The United States and Canada, with the latter coming out as the victors after an intense overtime battle.
The Beginning of the Game
The match was played on February 28, 2010, at the Canada Hockey Place in Vancouver. The packed stadium was abuzz with the excitement of the game from the very beginning. The first period of the game was tense, with neither team able to score a goal. The United States was able to put pressure on the Canadian team's defense, but the Canadian goalie, Roberto Luongo, made several impressive saves to keep the game scoreless.
The Second Period and Canada's First Goal
In the second period, Canada was able to break the stalemate when Jonathan Toews scored a goal just under the 13-minute mark. The goal was assisted by Duncan Keith, who made a pass to Toews, and he was able to shoot the puck past the US goalie, Ryan Miller. The game then became even more intense, with the US team striving to level the score.
Zach Parise's Dramatic Goal
In the final period, the US team managed to finally score a goal, with Zach Parise scoring with less than 30 seconds remaining in regulation time. It was a dramatic and intense moment, as the game seemed to be heading towards overtime. However, Parise's goal was enough to tie the game and force the match towards overtime.
Overtime and Canada's Victory
The overtime period was just as intense as the rest of the game. Both teams fought hard, but it was Sidney Crosby who was able to score the winning goal for Canada in the end. The game ended with a final score of 3-2, with Canada winning the gold medal, and the United States taking home the silver.
Box Score Summary
Here's a summary of the box score from the game:
| Team | 1st Period | 2nd Period | 3rd Period | Overtime | Final Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| United States | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
It was undoubtedly one of the most thrilling Olympic Hockey Gold Medal Games of all time, with both teams putting up a fantastic fight. In the end, it was Canada who emerged victorious, but the game will always be remembered as an iconic moment in hockey history.
