Shane Burrell |Sports Editor| The Sochi Winter Olympics comes to its final week, ending the events and preparing for the closing ceremony. At the time of publication the United States are in the lead with a 23 medal count, followed by Russia and the Netherlands tied at 22. These great achievements have been made possible with the unconditional support from fans and fellow USA team members. Although team USA is in the lead with team medal count, there is one team member that would fall somewhat short in his expectations in earning the gold. Shaun White planned to participate in the new Slope Style event, and the half-pipe, which he has won two gold medals for in past … [Read more...] about Keeping up with the gold