International Information Programs. June 22, 2012.

Many young athletes dream of becoming superstars in their sport, but making big bucks in the big leagues is not what sports are all about. In the United States, sports play a major role in community life. Players learn valuable lessons about discipline, teamwork and tolerance that help them succeed on and off the field. This issue of eJournal USA explores the integral role of sports in American society and highlights the power of sports to strengthen community bonds that transcend differences.

http://photos.state.gov/libraries/amgov/30145/publications-english/EJ_Sports_Strenghten_Communities_Interactive_English.pdf [PDF format, 24 pages].