Appearing on SportsCenter on Wednesday Hilary Knight addressed a widely shared comment from President Trump during the men’s team gold‑medal celebration. She called it a “distasteful joke” and emphasized that it shouldn’t overshadow the historic accomplishments of the U.S. women’s team in Milan. Knight highlighted the importance of celebrating the women’s third Olympic gold and the rare double‑gold moment for both the men’s and women’s programs. She also reinforced the strong relationship between the two teams, noting their mutual support throughout the Games. Knight, who ended her fifth and final Olympics as the most decorated player in U.S. women’s hockey history, said the moment underscores a broader lesson: women’s achievements should stand on their own and never be diminished or overshadowed.