Road To Glory: Making The US Olympic Team

Sports Curious

Tune in to discover the fierce competition and high stakes behind becoming a US Olympian. In many cases, it's easier to win in the Olympics than to make Team USA. Amy and Scott uncover the inclusion of professional athletes in basketball, the unrivaled dominance of the US women's basketball team, and the unique qualification paths for soccer, tennis and golf. Learn about the grueling trials gymnasts and track and field athletes endure and how injuries and schedule conflicts can shake up team selections. 

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