COLLEGE PARK, MD – The Maryland men's basketball program has announced that it will embark on a 10-day training tour in Italy from July 31-August 10. The trip will span four cities and will feature three exhibition games for the Terps.
 
Maryland will visit Rome, Florence, Venice, and Lake Como during the tour.
 
"These trips provide a tremendous opportunity for our student-athletes," said head coach Kevin Willard. "To be able to see firsthand some of the most historical landmarks in the world and areas steeped in such history is a wonderful experience for them. From a basketball perspective, these trips allow us to play against other competition which will help us as we prepare for the upcoming season."
 
During the trip, Maryland will tour several historic sites such as the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome; St. Mark's Square and Grand Canal gondola rides in Venice; and boat tours of Lake Como and Lake Maggiore along with visiting the islands of Bellagio and Borromeo in Lake Como.
 
Highlights throughout the trip along with game recaps will be provided through www.UMTerps.com and on social media (@terrapinhoops).