Hokie ClubBLACKSBURG – The Virginia Tech women's basketball program is set to go abroad this summer for an exciting trip to Europe from August 10 through the 22nd. The group will have the opportunity to play four games, as well as take in the sights and sounds of some of the world's most famous cities.
"I am very excited about this opportunity to go to Europe with this group of young ladies," head coach Kenny Brooks said. "It affords us the chance to have additional practices and competitions before our season starts. This is extremely important as we will have seven new faces wearing Virginia Tech uniforms for the first time. This time together will help us gain chemistry on and off the court, and I am looking forward to the educational aspect of learning about certain European cultures."
The Hokies' trip will begin in Paris where the team will stay for three days, before moving on to Italy where the group will get a taste of Rome, Florence and Venice.
Tech will play one game in France against Parisian Select and two during their time in Italy against; University of Ottawa and Flippo Baskets Gottingen.
Below is a brief summary of the cultural experiences that await the Hokies during the trip:
PARIS
- Boat tour of the Seine River
- Guided tour of the city which will include; Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre
ROME
- Walking tour of the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon
- Colosseum tour including the Roman Forum and the city square
- Sightseeing tour of the Vatican Museum, St. Peter's Basilica and Sistine Chapel
FLORENCE
- Sightseeing tour of Florence featuring Michelangelo's 'The David' and the Accademia Gallery
- Bike tour of Lucca
VENICE
- Guided sightseeing tour of Venice; visit St. Marc's Square, Procuratie Vecchie, Museo Correr, St. Marc's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and Riva Degli Schiavoni
Stay tuned to the team's social media channels as well as hokiesports.com for updates on the Hokies' travels.