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USA Paralympic Sled Hockey Team Claims Fifth Gold!

3/17/2026

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Summary

Paralympic Team Triumph

The United States Paralympic sled hockey team won its fifth consecutive gold at the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
They defeated Canada 6-2 to clinch the title and become the first to win gold in men's, women's, and Paralympic hockey in the same year.
Jack Wallace scored a hat trick for the United States.
Declan Farmer was the tournament MVP and became the all-time leading scorer in Paralympic sled hockey.

Summary

McKee Leads Victory

Kevin McKee of Davenport won his fourth gold as Team USA defeated Canada 6-2 at the 2026 Milan Paralympic Winter Games.
The win gives Team USA its fifth straight sled hockey gold and makes them first to win all three hockey tournaments in the same year.
McKee, who recovered from a broken femur, said sled hockey is intense and strengthens independence.

History

Historical Context

The United States Paralympic sled hockey team achieved a historic victory at the 2018 Winter Paralympics in Pyeongchang, defeating Canada 2-1 to secure gold. This win marked a resurgence for the team, which has since won five consecutive gold medals, reflecting a broader trend of increasing recognition and support for adaptive sports, inspiring future generations of athletes with disabilities.

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Paralympic Team Triumph

The United States Paralympic sled hockey team won its fifth consecutive gold at the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
They defeated Canada 6-2 to clinch the title and become the first to win gold in men's, women's, and Paralympic hockey in the same year.
Jack Wallace scored a hat trick for the United States.
Declan Farmer was the tournament MVP and became the all-time leading scorer in Paralympic sled hockey.

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