The United States was the host nation for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah.

During the opening ceremonies, Jacques Rogge, presiding over his first Olympics as IOC president, told the American athletes that the world was gathered in their country and that their country was overcoming the "horrific tragedy" of that day and stands united with them in promoting the IOC's ideals.

Team Bemidji CC, Bemidji Skip: Kari Erickson Third: Debbie McCormick Second: Stacey Liapis Lead: Ann Swisshelm Alternate: Joni Cotten Round robin Top four teams advanced to semi-finals.

Semifinal February 20, 9:00 Bronze Medal Game February 21, 9:00 [2] Individual Mixed [2] Men Women [3] Summary Roster The following is the American roster for the men's ice hockey tournament at the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Quarterfinal Semifinal Gold medal game Roster Preliminary round