United States national team

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The United States national team or Team USA may refer to any of a number of sports team representing the United States in international competitions.

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Olympic teams

Additionally, these teams may compete in other international competitions such as the FIBA Basketball World Cup and World Championship for Women, the Ice Hockey World Championships, the FIFA World Cup, or the World Figure Skating Championships. Teams that represent the United States at the Olympic Games include:

Paralympic teams

Additionally, these teams may compete in other international competitions such as the IWRF World Championship, or the Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships. Teams that represent the United States at the Paralympic Games include:

Other international competitions

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