COOKEVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Tech Women's Basketball team is only days away from an exciting 8-day foreign tour to Portugal. The trip will offer players the unique opportunity to experience a new culture while honing their skills against international competition.
From August 3 to August 11, the tour will see the team competing in two international games while exploring the beautiful cities of Porto and Lisbon. This incredible journey promises to be an unforgettable experience for the players both on and off the court.
In addition to the on-court action, the trip offers a wonderful opportunity for players to immerse themselves in Portugal's rich culture and history.
"This tour is more than just basketball," said Head Coach Kim Rosamond. "It's about creating lifelong memories, experiencing new cultures and building a stronger team. This trip will be an unforgettable bonding experience that will bring our players closer together and help them grow both as athletes and individuals."
This incredible opportunity has been made possible by the generous support of fans, alumni, and community members. The coaching staff and players extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to making this venture possible.
"This trip has been years in the making, and there are not enough words to thank all those who have supported and donated to TTU women's basketball over the last several years," Rosamond said. "Whether it was $5 dollars or $5,000 dollars, you have made a difference in our program, and we truly appreciate Golden Eagle nation for all they do to positively impact our student-athletes."
Tech will take on Porto Select on Monday, then take on Lisbon Select next Friday. Fans can follow the team on social media for exclusive updates, photos and highlights form their international adventure. Stay tuned to witness how this incredible experience propels the team as they prepare for the 2024-25 season.
Fans can follow Tech Women's Basketball on social media -- @TTUWBB on X (formerly Twitter), ttuwbb on Instagram and Tennessee Tech Women's Basketball on Facebook.
