#Danielle goyette

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The leafs never fail me

#Hayley wickenheiser #Danielle goyette

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└ danielle goyette, france st-louis, kim st-pierre, daniele sauvagea, caroline ouellette + tessa and liv chu-ouellette drop the puck for the first pwhl montreal home game

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I couldn't hold back my tears.

I don't know if it's age, but I seem to get more emotional in these situations.

It's difficult to put into words what I felt when I jumped onto the ice at the Verdun Auditorium on January 13 for our team's home opener.

The crowd was incredible, but it was more than just the ovation that put me in this state. This emotion represented years of effort. I dreamed of this moment for a long time and, finally, we were there.

When I saw great women like Caroline Ouellette, France St-Louis, Kim St-Pierre and Danielle Goyette arrive on the ice, I got chills. I was so happy that people recognized them and gave them the ovation they deserve. Without them, I would not have had the same career.

I'll be honest. At one point, I feared this moment would never come. It took longer than expected. Yes, there were these showcases , weekends where matches were organized in different cities, but it had nothing to do with a real professional league.

JI remember the first time I came to see the installations in Verdun with Danièle Sauvageau. There was almost nothing done. We had our work boots and construction helmets. She had a vision which she explained to me in detail. But I really had a hard time imagining it.

Marie-Philip Poulin greets the crowd after a Montreal team match.

PHOTO: LPHF MONTREAL/ARIANNE BERGERON

Our fans are the best. Friends who play on other teams told me that. It's not a crowd like any other in Montreal. She is noisy. She is invested. It's important to me to give back to people who are on the move. I am now more comfortable in this role. It’s the experience that comes in, you have to believe.

Before a live interview on Radio-Canada during an intermission at the Verdun Auditorium, a boy called me to offer me a treat. He threw one at me and I caught it in midair with my mouth. I started my interview anyway, with a smile on my face and my mouth full. It's part of my identity, my personality. Interaction with young people is really important to me.

The enthusiasm for our league is very real. I feel it. I hear it too. In Ottawa, I got booed when I went for a penalty shot. Being booed at home, in Canada, I admit that it's a first! It's weird, but it doesn't bother me. After all, that's what we wanted: a competitive league, rivalries and fans who identify with their city.

After a game in Minnesota, we went for a beer. Fathers came to see us to tell us how excited they were to see professional women's hockey. I saw how happy they were for us. It was in Minnesota, we are the team from Montreal and, despite everything, we attract attention.

This anecdote made me realize how our situation has nothing to do with what we experienced in the past. The enthusiasm is there and I have the impression that it is not just the effect of novelty. It will last and it's truly magical.

OHe talks to me a lot about this match last January 20, against Toronto . In fact, I'm mostly told about this goal scored with 17 seconds left in the third period and that we lost by one goal. Honestly, I don't know what happened. I had a blackout . It's rare that I take the puck and try to get to the goal on my own. I saw an opening. It was not premeditated. I was the first surprise when I scored.

Then, I was sent to shootouts four times by my coach. I obviously wasn't ready for that. It took me a little by surprise. It's not my favorite rule, but I'll get used to it.

I was burned out after that match. It's a lot of adaptation. LPHF games, Canada-US Rivalry Series, travel. We're not used to having such a big workload. You have to prepare well, but also make sure you recover well. That's the beauty of this league. It allows me to continue to surpass myself, to learn new things.

Marie-Philip Poulin

PHOTO: LPHF MONTREAL/ARIANNE BERGERON

I like hockey. I love that. And what I prefer is when the score is close. I like it when you have to give a little more, when you have to empty the tank. When it really counts, that's when I'm at my best. It turns me on.

My parents always told me: You practice like you play. It always stuck in my mind. I don't take anything for granted. I am aware of the pressure, but I have learned to manage it over the years. I don't forget that it's a team sport. I'm lucky to have been able to achieve some of these great moments, but I know I'm not alone in this.

I won Olympic medals, but I also lost world championships. I even wondered if I was capable of winning one. The 2018 Olympics were arguably the most difficult time of my career. I was practically hiding. I didn't want to see anyone. I thought I had disappointed the whole world by failing to bring home the gold medal.

I also learned not to read everything, to leave certain comments aside. Hockey is such a difficult sport. You can do the same thing every game, but the rebound won't go your way, it won't work or the opposing goalie will be on fire. I keep in mind that if you give your maximum in every match, it will happen.

People expect me to score goals, but that's not all I am. I take a lot of pride in blocking shots, in raising sticks in defensive withdrawal. I can still improve my defensive game. To win championships, you have to count, but the little details in the defensive zone will make the difference.

Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey celebrate a goal together on January 2, against Ottawa

PHOTO: LPHF MONTREAL/ARIANNE BERGERON

Even though she has been on the national team for a long time and is one of the best players in the world, Laura Stacey is less known to Quebec fans. Why her, they then asked themselves?

I knew full well that Danièle Sauvageau had not chosen her because she is my fiancée. Laura, she's an incredible player. A real power forward who has remarkable discipline.

She chose to move to another province. She is learning the language and doesn't hesitate to try to do bits of interviews in French. It's not easy, but she embraces her new reality.

I'm proud of her. I am proud to see her doing promotions for the media in French. I'm proud that people are discovering her personality, the player she is and that Montrealers are falling in love with her because she really deserves it.

OI often ask myself why I continue.

I don't have to play hockey. I do it because I love it. I feel the best on the ice.

I have the Olympic gold medals, the World Championship gold medals. Now I want to win an LPHF title in Montreal, at home.

Having a positive impact on the next generation has become my priority. To see the little girls in the stands, with stars in their eyes, it's worth more than championships, it's worth more than medals.

Eventually, I want to start a family. It would be in my next projects. We love kids, so this is really important to us.

For the moment, it's still hockey first and foremost.

Marie-Philip Poulin has fun during off-ice training

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[ohpuckthat]

Leaf to Leaf... (Auston Matthews)

Pairing: Auston Matthews x Fem!Reader Established Relationship

A/N: I was binge-watching Leaf to Leaf videos and got this idea. I don't know. I'm trying to get back into writing... again. Hope you like it 😊

When I was told that I was paired up with Auston for the Leaf to Leaf this season, I was a little nervous. We had been dating for almost 5 years but we had kept it fairly private. People knew we were dating but we rarely talked about each other in the media or posted about our relationship. The whole thing with Leaf to Leaf is to know a little more about the players.

I took a deep breath as we both walked into the room, various action shots of the team on the ice on the wall behind a table with two stools. I hopped up on one of the stools as Auston sat across from me. We did a quick mic check and got started.

"You ready?" He asked, playing with the flashcards in his hands.

"Ready as I'll ever be." I smiled, playing with the rings on my fingers.

"Awesome. So, we're starting deep. How does it feel to be the second woman to play in the NHL?"

"Oh wow. Okay, um. We are starting deep." I laughed, clearing my throat. "Well, firstly, it's incredible to be playing in arguably the best hockey league. I honestly didn't think I would be playing in the OHL let alone the NHL. I think we're making steps toward having hockey be for everyone, um, especially with Hayley Wickenheiser and Danielle Goyette running our development department and we had um, Taya Currie drafted by the Sarnia Sting in the OHL so it's really exciting to see what's happening."

"Well said." He smiled, placing his hand on mine.

"I hope that answer wasn't too long," I said, turning my attention to the crew.

"It's perfect." We heard from behind the camera.

"Thank you."

"Alright, next question. This one's a lot lighter and I honestly want to know your answer to this too. Thoughts on the moustache?"

"Your moustache?" He nodded. "I like it. I will say, and I've told you this before, I prefer it with the stubble but I like it. I like the clean-shaven too though. I just like your face."

"I like your face too."

"Thanks." I smiled, my confidence skyrocketing.

"Anytime." He smirked. "How did it feel scoring your first NHL hat trick?"

"Oh god. I was so hyped. To have done it in Toronto and my family was at that game just made it ten times better. I remember hopping over the boards thinking Spezz and Simmer were right behind me but it was you and Mitch and it didn't click until the puck went in the net and you literally picked me up."

"I was just so proud."

"Well, and it made it a little bit more special have you two on the ice. I'm probably the closest with you guys on the team so, yeah."

"You're so sweet. Alright, last question. Favourite trip?"

"Oh, I'm between two. My mom's dream vacation destination has always been Australia and New Zealand so we went just the two of us and had a blast. Spent most of the trip at the beach but I think it was just what we needed and I have a lot of good memories of that trip."

"What was the other one?"

"You invited me on your family vacation to Cabo."

"Oh yeah." He laughed, playing with the flashcards before setting them down. "That was a good trip."

"It was. I spent a lot of time with your sisters and your mom. But yeah."

"Okay, so we'll do the speed round and then a game. Then we'll switch to Y/N asking Auston questions." The producer said,

"Sounds good," I said, readjusting myself on the stool.

"You ready?" Aus asked, focusing on the cards in his hands.

"Mhmm."

"Go to Tim's order?"

"Um, medium peppermint tea and a pack of Timbits."

"Winter of summer?"

"Winter."

"Blue Jays or Raptors."

"Oh, uhh. That's hard. Um, Blue Jays."

"Favourite show?"

"Uh, The Office."

"Good answer. Me or Mitch?"

"Steph." I quickly shot out without even thinking. "Is that really one of the questions?" I asked, turning to the crew.

"No that was mine. I wanted to know who you'd choose." Auston laughed, sliding over the questions.

"Yeah. I'm gonna stick with Steph."

"I'd choose you." He said under his breath. "And finally, waffles or pancakes?"

"Pancakes, with Canadian maple syrup."

"Nice. You do make really good pancakes." He smiled, swinging his legs under the table slightly.

"Pancakes were one of the first things I learned how to make."

"Really?" He asked as the crew was getting the game ready for us.

"Yeah. I started with breakfast foods cause it's my favourite and it's a lot of easy and good basics."

"I did not know that."

"We're all learning things today!" I laughed placing both hands on top of his. The producer walked in front of the camera and passed me a pair of headphones and Auston another stack of flashcards.

"So, Y/N, you're going to put those headphones on and you're going to try and guess what Auston's saying and then you'll swap when the music runs out. Pretty simple."

"Awesome. Sounds fun." I said, placing the headphones on.

I could not hear a thing. Auston had his face turned to the camera. I tried my best to guess what he was saying but I couldn't make it out. He finally turned to me and nodded before saying something.

"I have no clue what you just said." He tried again, speaking even slower. "One more time," I asked, leaning forward even more. He spoke once more, even slower this time. "Scotiabank arena?"

"Yes!" He yelled, nodding frantically. "Next one."

He turned to the camera again and said something really quick. When he turned back to me, he had a huge smile on his face. He nodded again and said the next clue. I shook my head, missing the whole thing. He said it again, much slower and in parts.

"June..." He nodded. "Okay, June... Ele... eleventh?"

"Yes!"

"Our anniversary?" I laughed, setting my elbows on the table. He nodded, looking back down at the clues. I shook my head and turned my attention back to his lips. Learning from the last two times, he took it slow. "I?" He nodded. "La... la. Love?" Another nod. "Okay? You? I love you."

"I love you too." He smiled, moving one hand below the table. I furrowed my brows in confusion but couldn't think too much about it before he had started again.

"Will, Willy? No, sorry. Okay, it's will. Y... you. Okay. Mmmm... mmm... Maa... Oh God, this is hard. Maa... Marry?" And just like that, my heart dropped.

The music stopped and it felt like the only people in the world were me and him. He stood up and took the headphones off my ears, and pulled me to my feet. He lowered down onto one knee and opened a small box to reveal a beautiful ring.

"So? Y/N M/N L/N, will you marry me?"

I lost all my words. Through tears, I nodded, hoping he would understand. He grabbed my left hand and slid the ring over my finger. He stood up and pulled me into his arms.

"I love you," I whispered, planting small kisses just below his ear.

"I love you too."

#auston matthews imagines #auston matthews imagine #auston matthews #austonmatthews #nhl imagines #nhl imagine

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Antoine Goyette competing in the Junior free program at the 2019 Canadian Nationals.

(Source: Danielle Earl Photography)

#Antoine Goyette #Canada #Men #Figure skating #2019 Junior Canadian Nationals #2018–2019

[belle-skinner]

TROY! This Friday 4/19 at @mojoscafegallery via Troy Speakeasy:

Dan Kleederman & Belle-Skinner will be headlining in a round, and joined by special guests @iangalipeaumusic @thelsdaniel & @oldmangoyette for yet another fabulous @troyspeakeasy lineup!

Tix in link below ($12adv/$15dos) See you there!! 😸🔥🙌

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#troyny #troymusic

[newmusicweekly]

Out Now: Singer-Songwriter Adam Warner Releases Critically Acclaimed Country & Southern Rock Album, 'What We’re Known For'

Country and southern rock singer-songwriter, U.S. Marine veteran and patriot, Adam Warner releases his new album What We're Known For, available everywhere now (orcd.co/qqloabe) by Sunday Supper Records and The Orchard. Warner co-wrote most of the songs on the album on his family’s farm just outside of Lawrenceville, Illinois with songwriting buddies Mark Addison Chandler, Josh Gallagher and Taylor Goyette.  What We're Known For is Warner’s deep dive into exploring southern rock and more modern country sounds than his previous releases. From rowdy southern rock honky tonk anthems like “One Drunk,” to the graceful tugging at his listener’s heartstrings on “Split A Beer,” to Adam showing his unrelenting love for his wife on “Lost In Country Song,” or the Marine veteran honoring the legacy of Charlie Daniels and fundraising for the Journey Home Project on his rocked out version of “Long Haired Country Boy,” What We're Known For is one of 2022’s most appropriately and authentically named album releases coming out of Nashville.   “To say I’m excited is an understatement,” said Warner. “My team, the songs, the production, everything is evolving. I can’t wait to see what the future holds!” Album name: What We’re Known For Audio release date: Dec. 16, 2022 Record label: Sunday Supper Records / The Orchard Audio produced by: Daniel Dennis Videos produced by: Karl Weidmann, Josh Mendez What We’re Known For Track Listing & Songwriters:  What We’re Known For (Mark Read the full article

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Adam Warner Flexes His Classic Country Muscle On Rousing & Rockin’ Remake Of Charlie Daniels

Country singer-songwriter and U.S. Marine veteran Adam Warner grew up on his family’s farm in Southern Illinois near Lawrenceville listening to a lot of Charlie Daniels. So much so that he credits the late country legend as one of his biggest musical inspirations for growing into the experienced Nashville-based country recording artist he is today. To commemorate the life and musical legacy of Daniels, Warner has released his own upbeat and fresh-take rockin’ and rousing rendition of Daniels’ iconic song, “Long Haired Country Boy,” available everywhere July 5 on Sunday Supper Records and The Orchard , and the 11th track on his forthcoming new album, What We’re Known For. The song’s accompanying music video was exclusively premiered in a recent feature at People.com by renowned country music journalist Tricia Despres. Warner and his team shot the video at Capricorn Studios in Macon, Georgia, the original studio where Daniels cut “Long Haired Country Boy” on his 1974 album Fire On The Mountain. “Charlie has always been a hero of mine,” Adam explained. “And one of the coolest things about music is it’s timeless, and lives on long after we’re gone. So I wanted to do my part to keep Charlie’s musical legacy living forever!”  Adam will also donate a portion of the proceeds raised from the track to The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project, a not for-profit organization that assists other not-for-profits in securing funds to help causes that benefit veterans of the United States Armed Forces. “I’m blessed and honored to support the Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project through this recording of Charlie’s classic song,” Adam said. “So take a listen, and help support a veteran!”  What We’re Known For is the follow-up album to Big Storm (2021), which contained fan favorites “4 Square Miles,” “That’s How You Know You’re Livin’” and “SemperFi” featuring Trace Adkins. The album was exclusively premiered by American Songwriter Magazine. Single name: “Long Haired Country Boy” Release date: July 5, 2022 Stream/Buy/Listen: orcd.co/yeogrvk Songwriters: Charlie Daniels ISRC#: QM4TX2231783 Album name: What We’re Known For Record label: Sunday Supper Records / The Orchard Audio produced by: Daniel Dennis Video director: Karl Weidmann, Josh Mendez with Southern Cabin Films Official video: youtu.be/4PryzKygIH4 What We’re Known For Track Listing & Songwriters:  - What We’re Known For (Mark Addison Chandler, Matt Williams) - Catchin’ Hell (Adam Warner, Mark Addison Chandler, Davis Corley, Josh Gallagher) - Lost In A Country Song (Barrett Baber, John Caldwell, Mark Addison Chandler, Taylor Goyette) - Split A Beer (Adam Warner, Mark Addison Chandler, Josh Gallagher, Taylor Goyette) - One Drunk (John Caldwell, Mark Addison Chandler, Davis Corley) - Reason To Redneck (John Caldwell, Mark Addison Chandler, Davis Corley, Dawson Edwards)  - Got Started (Adam Warner, Mark Addison Chandler, Lewis Brice, Josh Gallagher) - Like Daddy Did (Adam Warner, Smith Curry, Steven Nix) - First Face (Adam Warner, Mark Addison Chandler, Lewis Brice, Josh Gallagher) - Granny’s Lincoln (Adam Warner, Mark Addison Chandler, Davis Corley, Josh Gallagher) - Long Haired Country Boy (Charlie Daniels) - Goodbye Hometown (Trafton Harvey, Quinn Loggins, Joe Doyle) 2022 Show Dates: JUL 22 – Lori’s Roadhouse / West Chester, Oh. JULY 23 – Spillway Bar & Grill / Bowling Green, Ky. JUL 29 – Bristol Republic / Columbus, Oh. JUL 30 – Bristol Republic / Columbus, Oh. AUG 19 – Stoney’s Rockin’ Country / Las Vegas, Nev. *For Adam’s most up-to-date tour schedule, follow on BandsInTown or visit AdamWarnerIsCountry.com About Adam Warner: Adam Warner brings a big sound from a small town swagger to the country scene; fusing his timeless drawl with the infectious ‘take it or leave it’ energy of rock n roll, Warner has mastered the art of a good time. After proudly serving in the United States Marines, Adam Warner crafted his country rock catalog in Nashville, Tennessee–with singles like “Catchin’ Hell” and “Reason to Redneck” in the pipeline for 2022, every aspect of his brand bleeds red, white and blue. A self-proclaimed bad influence, Warner has learned not to take himself too seriously, and his music offers his audience a chance to do the same. Despite his rowdy bravado, Adam Warner still honors the best of country’s time honored traditions with songs like “Someone God Can Use,” which he humbly performed at the legendary Grand Ole Opry House. With influences extending across decades of musical icons, Warner has shared the stage with some of his biggest heroes, including Lee Brice, Jamey Johnson, Jerrod Niemann, American Young, Midland, Trace Adkins, Neil McCoy, Rhonda Vincent and Darrell Singletary. Having already celebrated a multitude of career highs, Warner has become ingrained in the country music community with releases like “Semper Fi” featuring Trace Adkins, which pays homage to active and former military, along with the 2018 Tennessee Titans anthem “Welcome to the South”–played at every home game at Nissan Stadium. Adam Warner’s music mimics the philosophy in which he lives his life by. “Do what you love and love what you do,” he asserts, “there’s no restart button. One of the greatest things about music is that it lives forever, my songs will be around long after I’m gone. But while I’m here, I want to help people live in the moment. At the end of the day, if I can play a part in one person’s good day, if I can make some laugh, cry or feel something, I know I’ve done my job as an artist.”  The best of Adam Warner is yet to come–stay tuned for upcoming tour dates and high-octane releases that’ll set the soundtrack for 2022. About The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project: The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project (TCDJHP) is a not-for profit organization that assists other not-for-profits in securing funds to help causes that benefit veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The organization was co-founded in 2014 by the late country music legend Charlie Daniels and his manager, David Corlew. Board members include Corlew, Major General Terry “Max” Haston (retired) and most recently in 2020, Hazel Daniels. Conscious of the need to assist our nation’s veterans, TCDJHP partners with organizations that do the most good, with the least overhead. Working in tandem with these organizations, TCDJHP is making a difference in the lives of American patriots. TCDJHP’s daily operations rely solely on public donations. Adam Warner Contacts: Media & PR: Jason W. Ashcraft | [email protected] |  [phone] Booking & Management: Bill Vandiver | [email protected] | [phone] Radio Promotions: Renee McClure | [email protected] | [phone] Record Label: Trey Allen | [email protected] Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project Contact: Media & PR: Don Murry Grubbs | [email protected] | [phone] Read the full article

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Gold Medal picture (20 February 2006) at the 2006 Winter Olympics.

#hayley wickenheiser #gillian apps #caroline ouellette #Vicky Sunohara #cassie campbell #charline labonte #meghan agosta #Jennifer Botterill #danielle goyette #jayna hefford #cheryl pounder #kim st pierre #sarah weatherston #sarah vaillancourt #women's hockey #Team Canada #2006 winter olympics #gold medal

[fuckyeahhockeyladies]

Danielle Goyette makes Hall of Fame after growing game

Danielle Goyette won a gold medal nine times for Canada in her distinguished international hockey career, twice at the Olympics and seven times at the IIHF Women's World Championship.

But her biggest honor came Monday, when she was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame. It is safe to say it was news she was not expecting.

"Honestly, I even considered not answering the phone because I saw a Toronto number and I was in the middle of doing something," said Goyette, 51. "So I was hesitant to take the call, and even when I saw it was Mr. Lanny McDonald calling, I still didn't think of this right away."

It's a good thing Goyette answered that call Monday afternoon from McDonald, the Hockey Hall of Fame chairman, who delivers the news to those elected.

Goyette played her first world championship for Canada in 1992 at age 26 and her final one in 2007 at 41. Over that time, Goyette saw women's hockey grow, and she was a big reason why with how she helped inspire a generation of young girls to play.

"When I started to play hockey, first of all women's hockey wasn't that popular," Goyette said. "When I grew up people would ask me why I was playing hockey because it was a man's sport. But when you love something that much, it doesn't matter what people say, you just do what you love.

"I started playing in the late 1980s and growing the game, year by year it was getting bigger and bigger. But since the 1998 Olympics, the first Olympics [with women's hockey] in Nagano, we've seen the sport growing so fast. I would say it's the sport that's growing the fastest right now. It's not just because of me, but it's because of all the players I played with and the teams I played with. When you have success, now the young kids have role models as a hockey player. Now they're starting to play the game at such a young age, which is a chance that I didn't have. It's pretty amazing to see the evolution of the game.

"To be part of the pioneers, opening the door to young girls, I could not be more proud of that." (x)

#Danielle Goyette #Team Canada #news

[sassoffrass]

Congratulations Danielle!

#danielle goyette #hockey hall of fame #hockey #wnhl

[virtchandmoir]

Scott Moir, PyeongChang 2018 Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir had to come to grips with the flag pole, because it was an honour to carry it into the opening ceremony at the 2018 Olympics in PyeongChang, not a curse.

And as soon as the ice dancers wrapped their heads around that idea, they happily wrapped themselves in the Maple Leaf and led the Canadian contingent into the stadium almost exactly four years ago, just as Marie-Philip Poulin and Charles Hamelin will do here today.

Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, Feb. 20, 2018. PHOTO BY EZRA SHAW /Getty Images

“I’m so proud of the Canadians, having them march side by side like Tessa and I did,” Moir said from his home in Ontario on Thursday. “There isn’t a day that I don’t thank our lucky stars or whatever power it may be, the voice that told us to forget about the curse of carrying the flag and to do it.

“I think it is one of our fondest memories. It kind of stands alone from our performance memories. Just looking back and seeing Mik Kingsbury and Patrick Chan and M-P on the front line there, marching in together with them, that’s a memory we won’t ever forget. It took us a couple days to come down from that.”

The curse of the flag bearer emerged as a narrative after some athletes struggled in the aftermath of leading the charge into various opening ceremonies. Figure skater Kurt Browning finished fifth at Lillehammer 1994 after carrying the flag, moguls skier Jean-Luc Brassard was fourth at Nagano 1998 after fulfilling his duties. But there was a string of more recent success stories too, as Catriona Le May Doan in 2002, Danielle Goyette in 2006 and Hayley Wickenheiser in 2014 all came away with gold medals after carrying the Maple Leaf.

And the fact is, Virtue and Moir had assembled an impressive integrated support team of coaches and medical professionals in Montreal, and they ensured every detail was fine-tuned. So, when they were announced as flag bearers in Ottawa in January 2018, well in advance of their duties in Korea, they used the time wisely.

“We had the (Canadian Olympic Committee) send us the boots and the gloves so we could practice and see what the weight of the boot would be,” said Moir. “We were always a little over-prepared for these Olympics, especially because we knew it would be our last. We were a little bit older and with Tessa’s leg injury, we wanted to make sure it wasn’t going to bring on anything unexpected.

“But at the same time we knew it was something we couldn’t say no to.”

It was the right decision, obviously, and they went on to win gold medals in both ice dancing and the team event at PyeongChang 2018, a fitting way to end an amazing competitive career together.

—National Post

#tessa and scott #off ice #olympics #pyeongchang 2018 #opening ceremony #interview: national post #the bit about practicing and tessa's leg #just reminds #me how little we probably understand about the reality of all that

[linwoolf]

Kathryn Goyette by Kasheem Daniels

#kathryn goyette #kasheem daniels