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Team Canada’s Motto Revealed

We are always searching for great copywriting examples to show our clients. We usually show them how a simple brochure, website or campaign can be completely transformed into something great with well-written copy.

Now with CBC’s release of the Team Canada hockey motto, our job may become a little easier if only we can reference this wonderful piece every time.

Vancouver 2010 - Team Canada Men's Hockey

Vancouver 2010 - Team Canada Men's Hockey

Below is the English version of the credo written by coach Mike Babcock that adorned a wall in the Team Canada dressing room in Vancouver throughout the Olympics. (taken from CBC Sports):

LEAVE NO DOUBT

* That this is our game.

* That this is our time.

* That 14 days in February will be 2 weeks for the ages.

* That every day counts.

* That every meeting matters.

* That every practice makes a difference.

* That each one of us will rise to every occasion.

* That this isn’t about us, it’s about our country.

* That we know 33 million Canadians will attend every game.

* That home ice is an advantage.

* That nothing can distract us.

* That nothing will stop us.

* That our determination will define us.

* That we are built to win.

* That we are a team of character.

* That we are a team of destiny.

* So let the world be warned on February 28, 2010, we will …

LEAVE NO DOUBT

What are your thoughts on this motto? Does it give you that tingly inspirational feeling inside? Do you think it helped our team win gold? Lend us your thoughts with commentary if you feel so inclined.
* LEAVE NO DOUBT
* That this is our game.
* That this is our time.
* That 14 days in February will be 2 weeks for the ages.
* That every day counts.
* That every meeting matters.
* That every practice makes a difference.
* That each one of us will rise to every occasion.
* That this isn’t about us, it’s about our country.
* That we know 33 million Canadians will attend every game.
* That home ice is an advantage.
* That nothing can distract us.
* That nothing will stop us.
* That our determination will define us.
* That we are built to win.
* That we are a team of character.
* That we are a team of destiny.
* So let the world be warned on February 28, 2010, we will …
* LEAVE NO DOUBT
Read more: http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/story/2010/03/02/sp-wharnsby-take
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3 Responses to “Team Canada’s Motto Revealed”

  1. admin says:

    So true… Bring back the Olympics! We are definitely experiencing festivity withdrawal over here Lauren.

  2. lauren says:

    Love it! Almost gives me shivers… and definitely makes me miss the olympics and everything they are about!

  3. Dave says:

    I guess the “We Were Made For This” slogan didn’t stick with these guys hey? Had to come up with something a little more inspiring!

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