Inspired by his own players, former peewee hockey coach Gordon Bombay
decides to try out in the minor leagues. After a career-ending knee
injury, he returns to Minneapolis. There, Bombay is offered a chance to coach a team representing the United States in the Junior Goodwill Games. Team USA consists of many of the old Ducks, including five new players.The lure of celebrity becomes a distraction to Bombay, who begins to
neglect the team in exchange for a luxurious lifestyle. Fortunately,
easy victories come over Trinidad and Tobago and Italy
in the double-elimination tournament. During this time, Fulton Reed and
Dean Portman gain recognition for their enforcer skills, becoming the
"Bash Brothers". Aside, Julie talks to Bombay, asking for a chance to
play, but he tells her to wait and be patient, as he wants to use
current goaltender Greg Goldberg, so long as he plays well.Reality sets in when the team suffers an embarrassing 12-1 defeat at
the hands of Team Iceland, coached by ex-NHL player Wolf "The Dentist"
Stansson, known for his tough reputation. Team USA plays badly, with two
members ejected from the game. Star center Adam Banks manages to score a
goal but gets hit in the wrist moments later. Frustrated, Bombay drives
his players even harder, but they begin to suffer, completely
exhausted. Eventually, Michelle cancels their practice and confronts
Bombay, while the kids come across a street hockey team who teaches them
how to play like "the real Team USA"