Shrug, in Spain La Roja is La Roja whether it’s in football, rugby, hockey, handball… I’ve been wondering why it is a problem myself. I don’t think I’ve heard it so much in basket, but I have heard it.
'Same in Holland, every squad that represents Holland in a team game will be called Oranje. Unless they use different colours (why would they?!) like the volleyball squad used to do.
“Yanks” will do just fine, and no more suggestions will be needed. Thanks to all who participated.
I just paged thru my old ESPN the Mag World Cup Preview, and they list the US as The Yanks.