Virta played ice hockey for a time as well,[11] but in 2006 decided to focus only on ringette because of the sense of belonging.

Both teams played in overtime because with just over a minute remaining in regulation time, Virta scored the goal that tied the game 4-4.

It was her teammate, Anne Pohjola, who scored the game-winning goal that allowed Finland to win the gold medal and the world title.

[1] Virta joined the semi-professional elite national ringette league of Finland.

She has played 620 matches in the SM division and scored a total of 3,088 power points (1,408 goals and 1,680 assists).