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Icon · 02-26-2010, 11:45 AM

Peanut · 02-26-2010, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by getbak

They were discussing this on CTV this morning and James Duthie pointed out that since 1999, Women's luge has been absolutely dominated by the Germans. In 2001, the bronze was won by an Austrian. Otherwise, every Women's Luge World Cup medal has been won by a German, going back 12 seasons.

Table Tennis is another example. At the last Olympics, the only medals that weren't won by China were the silver and bronze in the team events because China only had one team.

And the Women's luge and bobsleigh also start from a different point on the track... further down from where the men start so technically they're probably not as "skilled" as the men in luge & bobsleigh either.

But those sports are apparently "watchable" so it's okay.

transplant99 · 02-26-2010, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by getbak

They were discussing this on CTV this morning and James Duthie pointed out that since 1999, Women's luge has been absolutely dominated by the Germans. In 2001, the bronze was won by an Austrian. Otherwise, every Women's Luge World Cup medal has been won by a German, going back 12 seasons.

Table Tennis is another example. At the last Olympics, the only medals that weren't won by China were the silver and bronze in the team events because China only had one team.

Which is why i brought up the Canadian mens dominance when the Olympic winter games first started, (though i was assured it was irrelevant because...well...just because) and how had they gone with the same criteria back then that some want applied now, mens hockey would never of been allowed to continue as an Olympic sport. Same with the Ice Dance competition for 12 consecutive Olympics...if you werent from the USSR/Russia or Germany, you didnt get a sniff of winning anything.

It happens...its also NO reason to discontinue the sport, although I too would like to see it more competitive. Fact is, it isnt and dropping it completely will only make that worse.

Gerry · 02-26-2010, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Russic

I agree with Jiri, this team has showed how classy they are throughout these games and I wasn't overly fond of them. I'm happy they won gold and applaud them for the accomplishment (beating the americans was not as cut and dry as many believe).

I think this debate boils down to one question. In your mind if you can see the Americans doing this and think "good for them", then you are free to have no problem with the celebration. If you're like me and the thought of Americans doing that makes your blood boil just a little, then I think it would be hypocritical to say our celebration was a positive thing.

I'd have no problem with the USA women doing the same in similar circumstances. The rink was empty. Too bad a few media stuck around and decided to create a stink.

You Need a Thneed · 02-26-2010, 11:55 AM

The only thing worth discussing IMO, is the underage drinking. Celebrating at centre ice? Who cares?

GreenTeaFrapp · 02-26-2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by You Need a Thneed

The only thing worth discussing IMO, is the underage drinking. Celebrating at centre ice? Who cares?

I don't think the underage drinking is a big deal. I suspect she's from Quebec where she's legal. I have a bigger issue with smoking in a non-smoking facility.

Flash Walken · 02-26-2010, 11:59 AM

I remember when it was illegal to not smoke in the corral.

Netskot · 02-26-2010, 11:59 AM

I don't think underage drinking will be an issue. For instance, why do they restrict minors entering licensed liquor establishments but allow drinking at the arena where minors are present. There must be some sort of notwithstanding clause there.

Cowboy89 · 02-26-2010, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by You Need a Thneed

The only thing worth discussing IMO, is the underage drinking. Celebrating at centre ice? Who cares?

Really, that's a pressing important issue to you that one of the women was 4 months away from turning 19? Had the games been held in Calgary, Winnipeg, Montreal, or Quebec City there would not have been any 'underage' drinking. It's also not like a bar or other establishment let her do it, but rather a team avoiding excluding their teammate from participating in their celebration.

grambo · 02-26-2010, 12:00 PM

WTF, people are actually upset with this? You should be upset Hockey Canada apologized for it.

Netskot · 02-26-2010, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by GreenTeaFrapp

I don't think the underage drinking is a big deal. I suspect she's from Quebec where she's legal. I have a bigger issue with smoking in a non-smoking facility.

That's now how law works. Otherwise 18 year old Canadians would be allowed to drink in the States.

Netskot · 02-26-2010, 12:01 PM

If it's illegal, they shouldn't overlook it because of circumstances. No one is above the law, except Steven Seagal.

GreenTeaFrapp · 02-26-2010, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Netskot

That's now how law works. Otherwise 18 year old Canadians would be allowed to drink in the States.

But if she lived in BC she'd be allowed to drink at home under her parents supervision.

Flash Walken · 02-26-2010, 12:04 PM

I'd gladly pay the underage drinking citation.

I'm sure more than a couple of others would too.

RogerWilco · 02-26-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GreenTeaFrapp

I don't think the underage drinking is a big deal. I suspect she's from Quebec where she's legal. I have a bigger issue with smoking in a non-smoking facility.

LOL, go to any rock concert in any of these non-smoking venues and tell me how the non-smoking is working out.

Netskot · 02-26-2010, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by GreenTeaFrapp

But if she lived in BC she'd be allowed to drink at home under her parents supervision.

so the legal drinking age in BC is 18, 19? but you can drink at home under parents supervision if you're underage?

too bad her mom and dad werent on the ice and her fixed address is not registered at GM Place.

GreenTeaFrapp · 02-26-2010, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RogerWilco

LOL, go to any rock concert in any of these non-smoking venues and tell me how the non-smoking is working out.

I think they should fine those jackasses as well.

RogerWilco · 02-26-2010, 12:08 PM

Wow, what a group of prudes this board is. Good god, get out your walkers and have a civil gathering at the retirement home. Only in your private rooms mind you.

kremb · 02-26-2010, 12:08 PM

This yahoo slideshow is incredible. I actually got a bit of dust in my eye or something when looking at it.

http://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/van...ybc7X0Y_1otLV_

Flash Walken · 02-26-2010, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Netskot

so the legal drinking age in BC is 18, 19? but you can drink at home under parents supervision if you're underage?

too bad her mom and dad werent on the ice and her fixed address is not registered at GM Place.

Ya! Get her!

To the letter of the law! No Provisions, no excuses, mandatory sentencing!

GRR I AM SO MAD THAT A GIRL WHO WOULD BE LEGAL AGE JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE COUNTRY, AND EVERYWHERE IN A MONTHS TIME, HAD A COUPLE OF SIPS OF BEER!

IT JUST AFFECTS ME SO PERSONALLY THAT I CANNOT LET IT GO!

Oh my goodness! Someone is smoking within 20 feet of a doorway! TASER 'EM!