It definitely does make a difference. There’s a cool article that touches on how diverse football teams are leading to more success and better team spirit— https://footballexpress.in/breaking-indias-cricket-monopoly-diversifying-sports-investment/. I played on a team with people from different states and everyone brought something unique, whether it was a new skill or a fresh way of seeing the game. Even off the field, you learn so much about each other’s cultures. The team just feels more complete when there’s a mix of backgrounds.