The Making of a Miracle: The Untold Story of the Captain of the 1980 Gold Medal–Winning U.S. Olympic Hockey Team

The game between the USA and Soviet Union in 1980 was the first hockey game I ever watched. As an Olympics junkie, every sport interested me. As I cleaned the house, I listened to the game. Stopping to watch now and then. Finally I realized the US could win and I sat down to watch. It was an incredible moment when they won.This book captures the times, moment and the impact of that victory. Easy to read, the narrative took me back to the time and that moment. That Miracle. I urge everyone to step back in time and relive one of the greatest moments in sports history. You won't be disappointed.

I bought this literally hours before the team made their disgusting display in Las Vegas. It's going back, along with the respect and admiration they used to have.

What an amazing and uplifting story! Had me laughing and crying almost the entire time. A wonderful reminder of the importance of family and our great country- USA!

Fantastic book! Well written loaded with all the details you would expect. Mikes work ethic, leadership, commitment, all based from family values. Read was fun, funny, and intense at times. The games were described were in flowing motion, I felt like I was right there. From youth to Olympic champion Mikes story is awesome. I loved all the info on training, Herb Brooks and his demeanor. Post olympics was also an exciting read! Highly recommend

Despite my strong interest in the 1980 US Olympic hockey team, I debated buying this book. I’ve already seen both the “Do you believe in miracles” documentary and the Disney “Miracle” film. What more is there to know?But after reading the reviews I decided to take a chance on it and it does not disappoint. I was actually pleasantly surprised at how much more insight this book lends to that landmark event. It also gives you a fascinating perspective on the composition, character and values of the members of that team.Eruzione’s detailed description of the game vs. the Soviets is a front row seat not only to the happenings within the game but also to the observations and strategy employed by the US team to unnerve and rattle the Soviets. The subtleties of his observations are a clear window to how the unexpected US victory became possible.The book also provides additional information on the team’s abrasive and determined coach Herb Brooks. Brooks was brilliant in his approach to generating the very best performance from a team while simultaneously encouraging them to believe that a such an upset could actually happen. My already substantial respect for Brooks increased further after reading this book.Behind it all, I also could not help but to admire Mike Eruzione’s stable and intelligent response to this historical event in which he played an integral role. It is no surprise Brooks chose Eruzione as team Captain. I was also pleased to learn that the level of interest in that game remains high despite the amount of time that has passed.Whatever Mike Eruzione made from this book and from any/all of his other activity related to the US victory in 1980, it is a pittance compared to what he gave the country when he made “the goal heard around the world.” His performance, that team and their gold medal are permanent reminders that victory is always possible - even in the face of a formidable and strongly favored opponent.

Great read, halfway thru and I do not want it to end. Inspiring!! Highly recommend.

Before the 1980 Olympics, I had never even heard of Mike Eruzione. On February 22, 1980, Team USA shocked the world by defeating the greatest hockey team on the planet, the Soviet Union. No one in the world, much less in the USA believed that it could actually be done, but Mike Eruzione and his fellow teammates "had a feeling" that something great was going to happen. The score was tied at 3-all with 10-minutes left in the game. Rizzo's parents were in the crowd and Jeep, Mike;s father, told his wife that his boy, Mike "was due". Well Jeep was right. Using a defensive player as a screen, Mike Eruzione made the shot heard 'round the world! The shot still echos in the hearts of all Americans who saw it happen. This book gives us the life story of the Captain of that amazing team. You will live his life up to and feel what he and his family felt when he made that winning shot. All of the emotions are there and you will feel them along with the team. I too, cried when our great American gold medal winning heroes stood and sang The National Anthem as our flag was raised. I was proud to be an American then and regardless of politics, still am! . Buy this book and you are guaranteed to relive those magical days! USA, USA USA!!

As a diehard Boston University fan (named my son after Tim Regan, former BU goalie and Olympian) I love reading about the Miracle on Ice, especially from the perspective of Mike Eruzione, one of the four BU players on the 1980 team (notice not one Boston College Eagle was on that team!!!!!!). The entire team was made up of players from the west except for Eruzione, Craig, O'Connell, and Silk from BU. Loved everything about the book.....didn't think there was anything more I could learn about the '80 victory, but now I know all about the Eruzione clan and all of Mike's great insights. Now all I need to make me even happier is for BU to get themselves a worthy head coach who could bring them back to standards Jack Parker and David Quinn set for the program!