The Winter Olympics in Milan are halfway across the globe, but Central Ohio enthusiasts expect an uptick in interest in their sports this month as people watch the Games. Why it matters: The Olympics don't just boost the economy of host cities — they can be a crucial window during which niche and seasonal sports find new lifelong participants.
The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics officially begins today with the opening ceremony and a number of early events. Curling began the action over the past two days and continues this Friday, as does the women’s ice hockey competition that saw Team USA beat Czech Republic yesterday.
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Here's what to know about Thursday's slate of women's ice hockey games at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, including how to watch information.
For Laila Edwards, this year’s Winter Olympics is about far more than sport, and that’s something she’s getting comfortable with.
The first Black woman to play for the U.S. hockey team in the Olympics has had plenty of help along the way, including from the Kelces.
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2026 Winter Olympics: How would a Russian Olympic hockey team impact the competition in Italy?
The Russians would have fielded one of the most talented teams in the tournament
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