They didn't mean any disrespect. They were excited but I think those athletes would do things differently now. |
They have a very defined strategy for success at these games. |
They have a very defined strategy for success at these games. They'll focus on sports where they've traditionally been strong, then they'll look to pick up opportunities in sports where they can, and maybe take a few medals from us in track and field and swimming. If you look at it, it's a very cost-effective, smart strategy. |
They represent the country. If someone says he skis wasted, yes, we will step in at some point in time and we would be concerned. |
They're both very competitive individuals. It's an individual sport that seldom comes together as a team. We just want to make certain that they understand our position and, in moving forward, understand how their actions are viewed by others. |
This has been an incredible performance. It's probably our fault that it's been viewed a little less than that. |
This team has a taken a hit in terms of its comportment here in Italy because of a couple of incidents involving some high-profile athletes. |
This team has taken a bit of a hit because of the expectations of some high-profile athletes. It was a case of mismanaged expectations and some unforeseen circumstances. But we'd hope a few incidents would not overshadow what we view as a great performance by our team. |
This team has taken a bit of a hit because of their comportment. |
TV ratings, particularly in the U.S. market, are critical to the long-term cause of the movement. |
Unfortunately a few can color the rest of the delegation, but that's life. |
Unfortunately in these Games, it was unrealistic for the team to achieve at that level. |
We as an Olympic committee have to do a better job of holding them accountable and providing resources. |
We do have the power of recognition; they aren't an N.G.B. unless we say they are. And we control a certain portion of their funding. |
We do not believe that Zach Lund is a doper or a drug cheat. An athlete of his character and integrity deserved a better outcome. |