Dulcedo
0%

DULCEDO x Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Recap

Beyond grateful and very honoured to wear the maple leaf with this team thank you canada 1

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics delivered defining moments for elite athletes and the brands that back them. From overtime gold medal assists to viral Olympic Village content, these Games proved that today’s Olympians are more than competitors, they are high-performance brand ambassadors with global reach.

Here’s how our premier roster of athletes showed up on the world stage.

Women’s Hockey: A Historic USA vs. Canada Gold Medal Final 

The women’s hockey tournament at the  Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics reminded the world why the USA vs. Canada rivalry remains the gold standard of international sport.  

Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise and Grace Zumwinkle with their gold medals at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team USA's Taylor Heise at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Taylor Heise (USA) Delivers Gold in Olympic Debut

Taylor Heise made her Olympic appearance unforgettable. She delivered the game-winning primary assist in a high-stakes overtime final against Canada, securing gold for Team USA.

Heise represents the modern hybrid athlete: an elite performer on the ice and a savvy digital storyteller off it.

- Partnerships: Allianz and Comcast

- Media Reach: Featured in The New York Times and Fox News, NBC, Sports Illustrated, CBS, USA Today

- Socials: Viral TikTok presence from Olympic Village

Taylor Heise's Social Media Stats Pre-Olympics vs Post-Olympics

Sarah Nurse & Erin Ambrose Lead Team Canada to Silver

Canada earned silver at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, falling just short in the legendary final. Veterans Sarah Nurse and Erin Ambrose brought the leadership and consistency that brands crave. 

Sarah Nurse by the numbers:

- Partnerships: Canadian Tire, VISA, Sobeys (Feed the Dream), RBC, Tim Hortons, and Kala.

- Media Reach: Featured in The New York Times

- Socials: 8+ million TikTok views on her Game-Day Outfit and lifestyle content and consistently high-performing Olympic Village lifestyle content

Sarah Nurse's Social Media Stats Pre-Olympics vs Post-Olympics

Erin Ambrose anchored the Canadian defense with composure and championship experience, reinforcing why returning Olympians remain invaluable assets to brands seeking credibility and resilience narratives. Her work with Homewood Health & Bell continues to position her as a premier voice for athlete wellness.

Sarah Nurse for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Sarah Nurse for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
6 52 copy
Erin Ambrose for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Erin Ambrose for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Erin Ambrose & Sarah Nurse attending the Milano Open during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Sarah Nurse for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Erin Ambrose & Sarah Nurse attending the Milano Open during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Erin Ambrose for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Sarah Nurse and Erin Ambrose for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Erin Ambrose for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Men’s Hockey: A Hard-Fought Run to the Final 

The men’s hockey final mirrored the women’s bracket, featuring a classic USA vs. Canada showdown. 

Josh Morrissey & Seth Jarvis Bring Home Silver

Both Seth Josh Morrissey and Seth Jarvis brought an elite level of professionalism and depth to Canada’s roster in Italy, demonstrating the roster-ready reliability that brands prioritize in championship environments. Beyond the final score, their presence in Milano Cortina drove a cultural impact that resonated far beyond the rink.

Dulcedo identified and amplified the “Seth’s Friends” movement early — building it from an organic moment into a nationally recognized storyline over the course of the tournament.

Working closely with @goodoldcanadianboys (45K followers on Instagram and 23K on TikTok), we helped scale visibility in real time — driving rapid audience growth, engagement, and media attention from scratch.

This momentum translated into multi-platform exposure, including features and integrations with:

- Spittin' Chiclets

- Empty Netters Podcast

- Coverage across CBC platforms

- Official Olympic digital channels

- A strategic partnership with Air Canada to facilitate travel and bring the group overseas

What started as fan energy became a coordinated content and PR engine spanning broadcast, social, and brand integration.

Seth Jarvis for Team Canada during the Canada vs USA Gold Medal game at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Josh Morrissey representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Seth Jarvis for Team Canada during the Canada vs USA Gold Medal game at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Josh Morrissey representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Seth Jarvis for Team Canada during the Canada vs USA Gold Medal game at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Seth Jarvis for Team Canada during the Canada vs USA Gold Medal game at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Juraj Slafkovský Leads Slovakia to a Top-4 Finish

Representing Slovakia, the Montréal Canadiens forward pushed his national team to a narrow 4th-place finish. Juraj Slafkovský ‘s performance strengthened his cross-border relevance, making him a powerhouse for brands targeting the North American and European youth markets.

- Performance: Named to the 2026 Olympic All-Star Team.

- Stats: Tied for fourth in tournament scoring with 8 points (4G, 4A) in just 6 games.

- Recognition: Received the individual accolades his play deserved, proving he is an elite international force.

- Market Value: As the face of Slovakian hockey and a star in Montreal, his "All-Star" status in Milano Cortina makes him a premier target for global sports and lifestyle brands.

Juraj Slafkovský representing Slovakia at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, recording 4 goals and 4 assists.
Juraj Slafkovský representing Slovakia at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, recording 4 goals and 4 assists.
Juraj Slafkovský representing Slovakia at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, recording 4 goals and 4 assists.
Juraj Slafkovský representing Slovakia at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, recording 4 goals and 4 assists.
Juraj Slafkovský representing Slovakia at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, recording 4 goals and 4 assists.

Freestyle Skiing: Debut Potential & Veteran Resilience

Two athletes. Two different stages of their careers. Both delivered world-class results on the slopes of Milano Cortina.

Naomi Urness: Olympic Debut, Two Top-10 Finishes

In her Olympic debut, Naomi Urness secured two Top-10 finishes:

- 6th Place: Women’s Big Air

- 7th Place: Women’s Slopestyle

These results signal long-term podium potential. Urness is the face of next-generation winter sports talent, driving growth among younger, action-sports-oriented audiences.

Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Naomi Urness 1
Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Naomi Urness for Team Canada during her Olympic debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Cassie Sharpe: Veteran Resilience

Competing in her third Olympic Games, Cassie Sharpe demonstrated the mental toughness that defines a champion. For Sharpe, the "win" in Milano Cortina was the monumental feat of returning to the highest level of competition following motherhood. 

Her journey took a difficult turn during the Games when she suffered a scary fall during qualification and was unable to compete in the freeski halfpipe final.

"It's hard to accept. But sometimes health, family, friends, life, it's bigger than sport, even when it's the Olympics." — Cassie Sharpe

Her ability to rebound and compete at the highest level builds a narrative of durability and trust—traits that align perfectly with premium brand partnerships.

Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Cassie Sharpe representing Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Dulcedo at Milano Cortina 2026: Engineering the Olympic Narrative

At Dulcedo, we weren’t chasing visibility. We engineered it.

Across television, social, print, and OOH, our roster showed up in meaningful, high-impact ways that transcended the podium. While our athletes delivered where it matters most—on the field of play—we ensured the storytelling surrounding those performances amplified their value through premium visibility moments.

The Dulcedo Visibility Strategy:

National Broadcast Features: Strategic positioning during medal moments and primetime coverage for stars like Taylor Heise and Sarah Nurse.

- Integrated Brand Storytelling: Seamless execution of partner campaigns across athlete-owned social platforms, driving authentic engagement.

- Editorial & Print Placements: Features in The New York TimesSports Illustrated, and USA Today tied to both performance and personality.

- Out-of-Home (OOH): High-traffic placements in major markets aligned with Olympic momentum.

- Parallel Commercial Campaigns: Launching brand-aligned content (Allianz, VISA, Bell) that ran in direct sync with competition windows.

Dulcedo Athletes Co-Leads Thomas Houlton and Phoebe Balshin were on the ground for the entirety of the Games, providing direct support to our athletes while reinforcing Dulcedo’s presence at every level of the Olympic ecosystem.

From competition venues to brand activations and media moments, they worked alongside athletes in real time — navigating performance schedules, partner obligations, press, and content capture to ensure every opportunity was maximized.

Their consistent presence strengthened relationships, elevated agency visibility, and positioned Dulcedo as a hands-on, globally engaged representation firm.

Dulcedo Co-Leads Thomas Houlton and Phoebe Balshin with Sarah Nurse at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Up Next: Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026

The Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 run from March 6–15. We will be watching closely as Tyler McGregor captains Team Canada in Para Ice Hockey. Stay tuned for more elite coverage.

The momentum doesn't stop here. From March 6–15, the world’s focus shifts to the Paralympic Winter Games, where Dulcedo continues to lead the narrative through elite performance and high-profile advocacy.

Tyler McGregor captaining Team Canada in Para Ice-Hockey ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.

Tyler McGregor: Captain of the Quest for Gold

As Captain of Team Canada in Para Ice Hockey, Tyler McGregor is on a mission to bring gold home to Canada for the first time in 20 years. A 3-time Paralympic medalist and World Champion, Tyler is the embodiment of the resilience and grit that define the modern athlete.

Partnership Powerhouse: Tyler enters the 2026 Games carrying a premier portfolio of high-profile partnerships, including:

- Air Canada (Featuring the national "Tyler’s Walk" campaign)

- Coca-Cola (Team Coca-Cola Ambassador)

- Tim Hortons

- OLG

- Petro Canada

- General Mills

As we look toward the Opening Ceremony on March 6th, Tyler represents more than just a podium threat; he is the gold standard for purpose-driven athlete branding.

At Dulcedo, our mission remains clear: we don’t just manage athletes—we curate legacies. From the viral overtime thrillers of the Olympic hockey final to the gritty, inspirational journey of the Paralympic stage, we ensure our roster remains at the intersection of elite performance and cultural relevance.

The Milano Cortina 2026 Games have proven that while medals are won in the arena, icons are built through the stories we tell. As Tyler McGregor leads Team Canada onto the ice, we invite you to follow along as we continue to redefine what it means to be a champion in the modern era.

The quest for gold continues. Stay tuned.

🏅 Explore our athlete roster here to Discover Olympic, Paralympic, and professional athletes available for brand campaigns, partnerships, and ambassador programs.

🏁Looking to align your brand with elite, globally recognized athletes? Connect with our team to explore partnership opportunities with our Olympic and professional sports roster.

Team Canada women's hockey team at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Team Canada men's hockey team at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Part of Team USA at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Destacado
In this article

Compartir

You are
exiting
the form

By leaving this page you will lose all data from the form and will have to start over.