Team USA consists of a record 224 Athletes for these winter games.

They‘ve made it to the games on chartered flights and wear the same uniform, but each also has their own journey to the games.

Amongst the crowd, connect with stories from the members of team USA. From loss to levity, see how the experience of the Opening ceremony means different things to Chris Lillis, David Wise, Red Gerard, Ryan Cochran-Siegle, Alex Hall, Summer Britcher and Winter Vinecki.

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