What Happened
Olympic gold medal winner Hilary Knight criticized a comment made by President Donald Trump regarding the U.S. women’s soccer team, labeling it a “distasteful joke.” During a locker room celebration for the American men’s team in Milan, Trump invited the players to Washington for the State of the Union address, jokingly stating that he would likely be impeached if he did not also invite the women’s team.
Why It Matters
Knight expressed concern that Trump’s remarks overshadowed the achievements of the women’s team, which has secured three gold medals in program history. She emphasized the importance of focusing on the women’s accomplishments at the Olympics rather than detracting from their success with inappropriate humor. Knight stated, “We’re just focusing on celebrating the women in our room, the extraordinary efforts… and really not detract from that with a distasteful joke.”
What’s Next
Knight looks forward to celebrating the achievements of the women’s team and sharing their journey with the community. The incident highlights ongoing discussions about gender equality in sports and the recognition of female athletes’ contributions.
