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Description
The book recounts the story of the 1980 Winter Olympics men's ice hockey game in which the United States team, composed mainly of college and amateur players, defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union team. It describes the political tension of the Cold War era that made this victory significant beyond just sports. The narrative follows the American team's journey through the tournament and their unexpected gold medal win.
Quick Summary
Imagine a team of college kids going up against the unbeatable Soviet hockey machine, and somehow pulling off the biggest upset in sports history. Readers will cheer as the underdog Americans use relentless energy and never-give-up attitude to shock the world in a game that still gives people goosebumps decades later. If your kid loves underdog sports stories like those in "Friday Night Lights" or "The Blind Side," they'll be hooked on this real-life hockey miracle. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 8 who enjoy quick reads about impossible victories.