Let The Sochi Games Begin
The 22nd Winter Olympics begin today in Sochi, Russia, with preliminary rounds in figure skating, freestyle skiing, and snowboarding.
The Opening Ceremonies take place February 7, and is the only event held that day, assuring the thousands of athletes from across the globe can participate.
February 8, a full schedule of events, including luge, ice hockey, speed skating, snowboarding, ski jumping, freestyle skiing, biathlon, figure skating, and cross country skiing will occur, with five medals being handed out.
While many sports will be televised live, Sochi is 9 hours ahead of local time in Chatham-Kent.
The Chatham-Kent Sports Network will have updates regarding Canada and any other major occurrences throughout the Olympic Games.