Fans React to Olympic Jersey Tease
Hockey Canada revealed a preview of the jerseys the Olympic teams will wear in Milan, drawing mixed reactions from fans. With over a month remaining before Team Canada must finalize its Olympic roster, the jersey preview sparked debates, especially about the color scheme.
Controversy Over Black Color
The main point of contention is the use of black in the design. Fans expressed confusion and dissatisfaction on social media. One user noted,
“I’ve never seen Black on a Canadian Flag.”
Another commented,
“I’ll never understand the obsession of adding black to our color scheme.”
Design Features and Fan Expectations
Although hard to see clearly, the jerseys appear to have thick black stripes on the sleeves, as well as a possible return of the black maple leaf used in the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
That team, which did not include NHL players, was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Sweden. This partly explains why some fans desire a fresh look. One fan criticized the design on social media by saying,
“So basically the same as the previous Olympic jerseys? Logos and strips look the same. Disappointing.”
Comparison to Recent Jerseys
The new jerseys will differ from those worn at the recent 4 Nations Face-Off, which were largely red and white. Canada won that tournament, and fans generally liked the look. A fan praised that design, tweeting,
“It's a shame because the 4 Nations jersey was elite.”
Official Reveal
The full jersey design will be officially unveiled on Thursday, settling the debate on the final look.
Author's Summary: The preview of Team Canada's Olympic hockey jerseys triggered debate over the use of black, with many fans hoping for a fresh, traditional design ahead of the official reveal.