What Became of Jim Craig, the "Miracle on Ice" Goalie?
This coming February 22nd will mark the 42nd anniversary of the "Miracle on Ice" Olympic hockey game that took place in 1980. Jim Craig was the goalie in the net for the U.S. hockey team. The recent article - See "Miracle on Ice" Goalie Jim Craig Now, 42 Years After Olympics Glory. - provides an update on his current life. He appears to have carved out a pretty good life for himself.
As related in the article - In an Instagram post in Sept. 2021, he shared photos of himself, Sharlene, and two of their granddaughters, writing, "35 years ago today we said 'I do'. 35 years of endless blessings, including our two beautiful kids, their spouses, and our 3 incredible granddaughters. I'm so grateful you agreed to do life with me. Happy anniversary to my beautiful wife, Charlie.
He is also an author, consultant, and a motivational speaker. He has his own company, Gold Medal Strategies. In depth details on his life are provided in the article.
A great collection of Jim Craig merchandise is available at Lowsport including a Miracle on Ice 1980 Official Hockey Jersey, signed photo, and a signed book.
Source:
- Lia Beck. (16 February 2022). See "Miracle on Ice" Goalie Jim Craig Now, 42 Years After Olympics Glory. https://bestlifeonline.com/miracle-on-ice-jim-craig-now-news/