At the Winter Olympics, love isn’t just in the air—it’s on the ice, snow, and slopes. Many athletes are not just competitors; they are couples, too! Let’s explore some of these inspiring power couples from Team USA.
One standout couple is Oksana Masters and Aaron Pike. Both are accomplished Paralympians who met in 2013 at a Para Nordic competition. They bonded over their love for coffee. Fast forward to 2022, Pike proposed to Masters on a gondola in Wyoming. She shared, “It was a moment that showed we were more than just friends.” The couple is considering tying the knot in Italy after the Paralympics. Masters expressed, “It would be the perfect start for our journey together.”
Then there’s Hilary Knight and Brittany Bowe. They began their relationship during the pandemic and have found support in each other, especially during competitions. Knight noted, “It brings extra energy when we can watch each other’s events.” Bowe echoes this sentiment, adding that their walks together became a routine that helped them connect deeply.
Another inspiring duo is Kaysha Love and Hunter Powell. Both bobsledders met as track and field athletes and fell in love. Powell admitted, “She convinced me to try bobsledding, and I’m grateful for it.” They got engaged in 2025, excited to chase their Olympic dreams together.
In the snowboarding realm, Red Gerard and Hailey Langland have made headlines. They’ve known each other since childhood and have been together for eight years. While Langland is sidelined due to an injury this Olympics, she continues to support Gerard in his competitions.
For ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates, their romance blossomed after years of friendship. Bates confessed his love to Chock in 2018, catalyzing their relationship. The two recently married and emphasize how their love fuels their passion for ice dance. Chock said, “Our relationship has grown through our sport and has become a great teacher for us.”
Beyond Team USA, couples like Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey from Team Canada are also making headlines. They celebrated their marriage in 2024 after a successful run together on the ice, showcasing the power of love and teamwork.
These couples inspire with their love stories, blending the thrill of competition with personal connection. The Olympics show us that while the competition is fierce, the bonds created here are equally powerful.
