The Soviet team jumped off to a 9-0 lead in the first three minutes and led by 55-44 at the half.

However in 1960 the team once again had the opportunity to play against the top Soviet teams - thanks to another decision from above.

In 1975 the Soviet national team played their first match.

She started swimming in 1980 and by 1987 was a member of the Soviet team.

Otherwise, this might have been any Soviet team of recent history.

The Soviet team leads the standing with 8 points on a 4-0 record.

Between 1955 and 1959 he was a member of the Soviet team.

He was a coach for the Soviet national team from 1987-1992.

Now is when the Soviet team would make its big move.

Because you know what the Soviet team does to your hope.