Following the recent Olympics, Hilary Knight, a key player on the U.S. women's hockey team, described a comment made by former President Trump as a "distasteful joke." Appearing on "SportsCenter," Knight expressed her disappointment that the remark overshadowed the women's team's accomplishments. She emphasized the importance of celebrating the women's gold medal wins and their contributions to Team USA.

The comment was made during the men's team's locker room celebration in Milan, when Trump joked about also inviting the women's team to Washington. Knight felt this detracted from the women's achievements. Despite the controversy, the women's team, which has won three gold medals since the sport was added to the Olympics in 1998, declined an invitation to the State of the Union address due to scheduling conflicts.

Knight, who announced her retirement after these Games, concluded her Olympic career as the most decorated player in U.S. women's hockey history. She holds the records for most goals, with 15, and points, with 33, among American skaters. Knight sees this as an opportunity to focus on how women are discussed, not just in sports, but across all industries.

The men's team, including Jack Hughes, supported the women's team, highlighting their close relationship. Despite the controversy, Knight and her teammates are focusing on their victories. The women's team, led by Knight, defeated Canada with a score of 2-1 in the final game.