I’m just saying that Team Italy roster looks more American than apple pie and obesity. Clearly being from Italy or ever visiting Italy or even visiting New York’s Little Italy was not a requirement. Now I don’t care about player origins, but I do think to represent the country of Italy, you clearly only had to meet one of the following:
1. Familial history tracing back to Italy in a minimum of the last 500 years. Or more.
2. Last name ending in a vowel.
3. The ability to find Italy on a map. Or, just find a map.
4. Ever eaten spaghetti or similar. And yes, they are willing to accept the space age polymers from Chef Boy-Ar-Dee. Reluctantly.
5. Sign up to play for Italy.