sorry...i'll try to clarify. i am by no means suggesting that the goal of every player out there is to make the us national team. my statements were specifically regarding academy and odp players. the purpose of both of these programs (don't quote me exactly) is basically to increase the overall level of play of the us as a nation, but also (and mainly, i believe) to identify players for selection to the us national team(s).
so, again, i believe that players trying out for odp and academy teams (typically) have the ultimate goal of making a us national team. not realistic for the vast majority of players, but a goal, nonetheless. soccer63, while i agree with you that eventually most players' goals change to something more realistic, if they continue to work hard, i imagine many still hope in the back of their minds, and would jump, if given the chance.
