Team USA hockey sweeps Olympic gold medals for first time as United States men, women beat Canada
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Adam Silverstein
February 22, 2026
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Team USA achieved a historic first by sweeping both men's and women's hockey gold medals at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. In an unprecedented feat, the U.S. defeated Canada in both events, marking the second time a nation has accomplished this during the same Games. The men's team won 2-1 in overtime on Sunday, replicating the thrilling victory of the women's team, who secured their gold with a 2-1 overtime win against Canada earlier in the week.
The men's success was particularly significant, as it marked their first gold medal since the iconic "Miracle on Ice" victory over the Soviet Union in 1980. This win also came exactly 46 years later, on February 22, cementing its place in Olympic history. The women's team, meanwhile, claimed their first gold in eight years, ending a lengthy drought and joining their male counterparts in this remarkable achievement.
The U.S. now holds three Olympic gold medals in men's hockey and three in women's hockey. Both teams have consistently triumphed over Canada, with four of the six total golds coming from these matchups. This dominance
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/22/2026