New study shows uncertainty pushes footballers to perform betterSource: young-germany.de
Footballers, whose nomination for their national team is uncertain, are substantially more motivated in the months approaching a World Cup or European Championship than players certain of their nomination. Nominated players even perform worse in that time period.
Mexico Lacrosse -- Kickoff ScrimmageSource: mexicolacrosse.com
Mexico Lacrosse finally takes the field
It was a gorgeous, sunny, Saturday afternoon in San Jose, Ca. when history was finally made. On June 28th, 2008, Team Mexico took the field at San Jose State University to battle the Palo Alto Lacrosse Club.
Chinese sports association criticizes Yao Ming Source: Sports Illustrated
SHANGHAI, China (AP) -- China's official sports association has issued an unprecedented public criticism of Yao Ming for reporting late to national team training.
U.S. MNT To Participate in 2007 Copa America in VenezuelaSource: USsoccer.com
CHICAGO (October 30, 2006) — The United States Men's National Team has accepted an invitation to compete in the 2007 Copa America, the regional championship of South America. The 12-team tournament will run from June 26 to July 15 in nine cities across Venezuela.

USA basketball has stumbled mightily over the past few international competitions. Thoughts that can only be described as "anti-team" come to mind when reminiscing the red white and blue's recent endeavors on hardwood.
Josh Howard Passes on Olympics, Favors Community InsteadSource: The Dallas Morning News
It seems Josh Howard has decided to decline his invitation to try out for the US National team, citing his basketball camps held in his hometown Wiston-Salem, NC as something he's not willing to miss.
Players Set For USA BasketballSource: CNET News.com
From article: "After more than three months of traveling around the country to interview players, USA Basketball selection chief Jerry Colangelo is ready to unveil his national team."