Comments on Olympic Memory, Kristi RichardsTypePad2010-03-01T18:10:20ZToronto Starhttps://thestar.blogs.com/photoblog/tag:typepad.com,2003:https://thestar.blogs.com/photoblog/2010/03/olympic-memory-kristi-richards/comments/atom.xml/Mike Laing commented on 'Olympic Memory, Kristi Richards'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef01538f16b8e0970b2011-06-10T09:18:20Z2011-06-10T09:18:20ZMike Laing thanks for posting this, it was my favorite Olympic memory too. when i watch it i'm reminded of a scene...<p>thanks for posting this, it was my favorite Olympic memory too. when i watch it i'm reminded of a scene in the movie "Tin Cup". Kevin Costner's character doggedly refuses to take the safe play and lay up at the expense of winning and after he finally makes his shot he beats himself up about having passed up a chance to win but Renee Russo's character says " Roy, it was the greatest 12 in the history of the US Open. long after they forget who won they'll be talking about your 12. why it's immortal!".<br />
i guess what i'm trying to say is some moments transcend sport and to see Kristi lay it on the line and make the jump of the competition when she had no chance of winning made me proud to be a Canadian. </p>Marta Richards commented on 'Olympic Memory, Kristi Richards'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef01310f5740bc970c2010-03-03T07:08:02Z2011-04-10T04:17:52ZMarta Richardshttp://profile.typepad.com/freestylemomYup, that is Kristi... last one on the course training till she is satisfied she has it dialed.....AND SHE HAD...<p>Yup, that is Kristi... last one on the course training till she is satisfied she has it dialed.....AND SHE HAD IT!!....<br />
As her Mom, even though I had not talked to her prior to the competition, I knew she would risk it all....that is what a true athlete is all about. I am really proud of her for pushing herself and her sport to the limit. Given the poor conditions, and knowing she was going for it all regardless, as a Mom it was a really crazy anxious time for me .</p>
<p>Steve, what I appreciate the most is that there are many Canadians who truly understand what Kristi achieved. It is not about the medal she did not get...it is about the courage and grace she displayed. </p>
<p>You captured the real Kristi...in photos and yup, that WAS her best Back Full. She is Japan now training, with 5 more world cups before season ending at end of March. Would not be surprised if she pulls a medal with her determination to nail the entire run to perfection.</p>Patsy O'Sullivan commented on 'Olympic Memory, Kristi Richards'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef0120a8ef3e19970b2010-03-03T02:41:33Z2010-03-03T02:41:33ZPatsy O'SullivanShe's always been a hero to her hometown of Summerland, but the grace and dignity with which Kristi handled this...<p>She's always been a hero to her hometown of Summerland, but the grace and dignity with which Kristi handled this moment made her truly shine (even if it wasn't with a medal).</p>Patti Henderson commented on 'Olympic Memory, Kristi Richards'tag:typepad.com,2003:6a00d8341bf8f353ef01310f52422a970c2010-03-02T11:22:49Z2010-03-02T11:22:49ZPatti Hendersonhttp://www.pattihenderson.wordpress.comSteve, you're right. This was an awesome moment that made all of us watching very proud to be Canadian. Your...<p>Steve, you're right. This was an awesome moment that made all of us watching very proud to be Canadian. Your coverage of the games and your stories from the inside are very much appreciated! Great job.</p>