Core Values: USA Basketball (2008) (The Players)

Gold Standards

1. No Excuses
- We have what it takes to win

2. Great Defense
- This is the key to winning the gold
- We do the dirty work

3. Communication
- We look each other in the eye
- We tell each other the truth

4. Trust
- We believe in each other

5. Collective Responsibility
- We are committed to each other
- We win together

6. Care
- We have each other’s backs
- We give aid to a teammate

7. Respect
- We respect each other and our opponents
- We’re always on time
- We’re always prepared

8. Intelligence
- We take good shots
- We’re aware of team fouls
- We know the scouting report

9. Poise
- We show no weaknesses

10. Flexibility
- We can handle any situation
- We don’t complain

11. Unselfishness
- We’re connected
- We make the extra pass
- Our value is not measured in playing time

12. Aggressiveness
- We play hard every possession

13. Enthusiasm
- This is fun

14. Performance
- We’re hungry
- We have no bad practices

15. Pride
- We are the best team in the world and we represent the best country