Archive for January, 2010
A look at the competition: USA
USA Mens Roster
Similar to what Team Canada did in choosing their roster, Team USA has decided to pass over some of its regulars in favor of younger players to lead the team through the future. Gone are the likes of Mike Modano, Keith Tkachuk, Bill Guerin, Scott Gomez, and Doug Weight. In are [...]
A look at the competition: Finland
Finland Roster
Team Finland, who defeated Team Canada in the preliminary round on their way to a silver medal in the 2006 Olympics, will bring a mix of youth and veteran players to Vancouver. In 2006 Finland was largely successful because they played a team first game better than any other team in the tournament. [...]
A look at the competition: Team Sweden
Sweden Roster
Team Sweden, the defending Olympic Champions, bring a very experienced roster to Vancouver in hopes of a gold medal repeat. Thirteen of the twenty-three players from 2006 have been named to the Sweden Roster for the 2010 Olympics. Team Sweden brings a great wealth of intelligence and probably play the best 2-way [...]
A look at the competition: Team Russia
Russia Roster
The general consensus by many hockey experts is that both Team Canada, and Team Russia are the favorites to win the gold medal in the 2010 Olympic games. It is very hard to disagree with these experts when you look at the Russia Roster assembled by coach Vyacheslav Bykov. If you like [...]
Let the countdown begin!
Although the Olympic countdown was already started long ago, my personal countdown begins now. With only 2 weeks away until the Opening ceremonies, I am getting more and more excited by the day. Ski jumping (depending on weather) is the first sport to begin competition on February 12th. The first hockey action [...]
Team Canada Roster
In less than 3 weeks, most of Canada’s eyes will be fixed on the Team Canada Hockey team. I thought now would be a good time to start predicting what I think would be the best line combinations for the Team Canada Roster. In all honesty you could probably go with a wide [...]
Team Canada Jackets
Team Canada Jackets
The 2010 Olympic Winter games are coming to Vancouver in less than a month. What better way to stay warm over the winter than by wearing Team Canada Jackets. Along with keeping warm, you will be showing your Team Canada Hockey support! Both the men’s and women’s team have a [...]
Team Canada Hockey Apparel
Team Canada Hockey Apparel
The 2010 Olympic Winter games are coming to Vancouver in less than a month. Now is the perfect time to stock up on some Team Canada Hockey Apparel to show your support for the Team Canada Hockey team. Both the men’s and women’s team have a great shot at taking [...]
Team Canada Hats
Team Canada Hats
One of the best ways to show off your Canadian pride is by wearing the maple leaf logo on your cap or hat. Team Canada Hats come in many different colors and styles including winter and summer hats. With the Olympics right around the corner, now is a great time to [...]