Local hockey players inspired by U.S. Olympic team

United States men's Olympic hockey team is one game away from a gold medal. Twice news reporter Nicole Buddy has how local fans are reacting. The US men's Olympic hockey team hasn't won gold since Miracle on Ice in 1980. That game took place on February 22nd, 46 years ago tomorrow, also February 22nd, and the men will play for gold once again. Just like watching them, the rinks they play in the atmosphere of the games. It's pretty inspiring. You know, see that they can do it. They can make it to the Olympics, especially for young girls. One game from a gold medal. The United States men's hockey team set to take on Canada Sunday. Team USA and Canada, both playing with a full roster of NHL players. The matchup falling on a historic day. Sunday's gold medal game taking place on February 22nd, the last time the US men's Olympic team won gold February 22nd, 1980. The Miracle on Ice in this Olympic game, leaving an impact on hockey forever, inspiring the next generation. Fans of all ages, hopeful, more history can be made. The stars are aligning and we've got a good chance. February 22nd, a day that has inspired American hockey players to never give up on a dream. Those wearing the stars and stripes in Milan, making an impact on the youth from afar. One hockey mom sharing her boys reaction as they watch Team USA on the ice. It's awesome to see and they want to. Eventually they want to play for the Bruins and you know all that kind of stuff. They have big dreams. The youth leaving a message for Team USA ahead of Sunday's game. Just playing hard. The last time the US faced Canada in the Olympic final was back in 2010. The US lost to Canada in overtime. However, Team USA says this is their strongest team by far. The woman beat Canada earlier this week. Tomorrow's gold medal game airs on 22 news at 810. I am working for you. Nicole Buddy 22 news.