The 1980 United States men's Olympic ice hockey team is best known for its remarkable performance at the 1980 Winter Olympics held in Lake Placid, New York. Composed mainly of amateur and collegiate players, the team was coached by Herb Brooks and faced off against the heavily favored Soviet Union team in the semifinals. In a stunning upset, the U.S. team won the match 4-3, a victory often referred to as the "Miracle on Ice." This win propelled the team to the gold medal game, where they defeated Finland to secure the championship, marking a significant moment in sports history.