Mariah Carey. A dancing stovetop espresso maker. The Winter Olympics kicked off in Italy on Friday with all that and more. Milan's San Siro Stadium played the role of primary host. But, in the spirit of these unusually widespread Games,

Unity in competitiveness. Respect for experience and past contributions, and a measured approach to new blood. Above all, a relentless, keening hunger for winning. Those ideas all characterize the distinct team culture of the US women's national team over ...