
Team USA Hockey Wins Gold, Credits American Pride
Dylan Larkin and Zach Werenski opened up about their gold medal victory over Canada, revealing how their time at the U.S. National Team Development Program instilled deep patriotic pride. The team will attend President Trump's State of the Union on Tuesday night.
Hours after celebrating their Olympic gold medal victory across Miami, Team USA hockey stars Dylan Larkin and Zach Werenski shared what wearing the red, white, and blue means to them.
The duo appeared on "Fox & Friends" Tuesday morning, still riding high from their 2-1 overtime win against Canada in Milan, Italy. Their answers about American pride went deeper than typical sports talk.
Larkin traced his patriotism back to the U.S. National Team Development Program, where young players spend two years before being drafted. "They put us through some training, and they really instill in you some pride," he explained.
The Detroit Red Wings captain said every chance to wear the USA jersey feels precious. "Every time I take it off, I don't know the next time I'm going to put it on," Larkin said.

Werenski, who has represented America in Slovakia, Denmark, and the Czech Republic, said traveling abroad strengthened his appreciation for home. "These are all great countries, and you play in them, and it's a ton of fun," the Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman said.
"You get reminded of how great the United States of America is when you get back here," he added. "It's the best country in the world, and we love wearing these colors."
The Ripple Effect
Both players credited American military members and first responders for allowing them to chase their dreams. Their gratitude extends beyond hockey to the freedoms that make their careers possible.
The victory carried extra emotional weight as the team honored Johnny Gaudreau, holding up his jersey after the win. The heartfelt tribute added meaning to an already historic moment.
The entire team will head to Washington, D.C., Tuesday night to attend the State of the Union address at President Trump's invitation. From Milan's ice rink to the nation's capital, Team USA's gold medal journey celebrates both athletic excellence and national pride.
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