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Kara Lawson’s Duke, Team USA balancing act is its own March Madness
- Kara Lawson will balance Duke coaching with Team USA duties during a packed March schedule, including World Cup qualifiers.
- Team USA already qualified for the World Cup but must still compete in the qualifier in San Juan next week.
- Duke’s ACC tournament run could align with Team USA schedules if Duke advances to the conference final.
- USA Basketball stresses the learning and system continuity as Lawson leads the national team.
- The article highlights how multiple commitments require careful scheduling and communication.
- Team USA aims to defend a streak of gold medals with a mix of veterans and new players.
- Lawson’s prior coaching experience at Tennessee informs her leadership amid this busy period.
- USA Basketball adjusted training camps to accommodate multiple schedules and maximize preparation.
- The World Cup qualifiers run from March 11–17 feature games against Senegal, Puerto Rico, Italy, New Zealand and Spain.
- The article notes the potential for Lawson to join Team USA in Puerto Rico during Selection Sunday.
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