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sports1 year ago

USA Volleyball Announces Women's Team for Paris 2024 Olympics

USA Volleyball has announced the 12 players who will represent the U.S. Women's National Team at the Paris 2024 Olympics, including eight returning gold medalists from Tokyo 2020 and four Olympic debutants. Jordan Larson will compete in her fourth Olympics, while Kelsey Robinson Cook will make her third appearance. The team, ranked No. 2 in the world, aims to build on its previous successes, including a gold medal in 2020.

sports1 year ago

16-Year-Old Lily Yohannes Shines in USWNT Victory Over South Korea

U.S. women's national soccer team coach Emma Hayes faces the challenging task of selecting her 18-player Olympic roster after a 3-0 victory over South Korea. The match saw standout performances, including a debut goal from 16-year-old Lily Yohannes and strong showings from veterans like Lindsey Horan and Rose Lavelle. Hayes, who has been adjusting to American sports culture, must now balance young talent with experienced players as she prepares for the Paris Olympics next month.

sports1 year ago

16-Year-Old Lily Yohannes Shines in USWNT Win Amid Olympic Roster Decisions

USWNT head coach Emma Hayes faces tough decisions for the 2024 Olympic roster, needing to cut the squad to 18 players. With a wealth of attacking talent but limited defensive depth, Hayes must balance her selections carefully. Key players like Alex Morgan, Rose Lavelle, and Catarina Macario are on the bubble, while defensive options like Sam Staab, Abby Dahlkemper, and Casey Krueger are being considered to fortify the backline. The final roster will need to address both versatility and depth to compete effectively in Paris.

sports1 year ago

"LeBron James and Stephen Curry Lead Finalized Team USA Olympic Roster with One Spot Remaining"

Team USA has reportedly finalized 11 out of 12 spots for its Olympic basketball roster, with LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and others set to represent the country in Paris. The final spot remains open, allowing flexibility to consider players from the NBA playoffs or accommodate potential injuries. The team is expected to face tough competition from FIBA World Cup champions Germany, bronze medalist Canada, and silver medalist Serbia, as well as hosts France, making it crucial for Team USA to assemble the best possible roster for the upcoming Olympics.