Mike Eruzione

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/mike-eruzione

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1. When was Mike Eruzione born?October 25, 1954
2. Where was Mike Eruzione born?Winthrop, Massachusetts, USA
3. What is the career?Former professional ice hockey player and author
4. Who is Mike Eruzione?Mike Eruzione was the captain of the 1980 United States Olympic hockey team that won the famous Miracle on Ice.
5. What did Mike Eruzione do in the 1980 Olympics?He led the team and scored the winning goal in the 4-3 victory over the Soviet Union.

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Underdog Spirit: The characteristic of a competitor or team expected to lose but who demonstrates resilience and determination.
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