In case you haven't noticed, there's a trend of women grabbing the Olympic spotlight. Their celebrations were all genuine and infectious. They are refreshing. And there's a reason. For many athletes, including most female athletes, the Olympics are the ultimate experience of their athletic careers.
Women have no Stanley Cup, no World Series.
Their professional leagues in basketball are still in their infancy. These women have trained for years for this moment. But for star athletes from high-profile U.S. professional leagues, the Olympics are a sideshow, an event that requires extra work. Their hearts are often not completely in it, and it shows. But don't expect some grass roots movement to kick the professionals out of the Olympics.