On this day, 12 years ago, we experienced the worst attack ever on American soil. It was a tragic event that killed nearly 3,000 individuals and left a permanent scar on everyone. After a 10-day grieving process, the first game in New York City was played when the Mets took on the Atlanta Braves at Shea Stadium in Queens. That night was an emotional affair, but the return of sports was just what the Big Apple needed.
With practically every story showing one sad scene after another, sports served as a brief distraction. But it also served as a way of unifying the masses. Whether you had one person or a player waving the American flag or an entire stadium representing the stars and stripes as a whole, the love and admiration for the United States was undoubtedly felt. As a way of remembering Sept. 11, 2011, we have gathered a bunch of images that will make you feel proud to be an American. Here are The Most Patriotic Images in Sports.
Never Forget
We're All Together Now
The U.S. Open Acknowledges September 11
Justin Tuck Thanks the United States Military Academy at West Point
Remember 9/11
Mary Lou Retton Is America's First Olympic All-Around Gymnastics Winner
Hope Solo Represents for the Stars and Stripes
Muhammad Ali Lights the Olympic Torch
Patriotism at Candlestick Park
Runners Finish the 2013 Boston Marathon
World Trade Center Flag Used in 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics Opening Ceremonies
Superdome Gets Wrapped In a Yellow Ribbon for Iran Hostages
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Waves American Flag After Winning First Race Since 9/11
Shea Stadium Remembers the Twin Towers
Jesse Owens Represents America in 1936 Summer Olympics
Rick Monday Saves the American Flag
Lambeau Field Gets Patriotic
The Miracle on Ice
1968 Olympics Black Power Salute
The 1992 Dream Team
