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University of Houston Athletics
Houston Heads to Florence
8/11/2019 4:15:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Cougars leave Rome after three days, stop for lunch in Siena… Returns to action at 1:30 p.m. (CDT) Monday
FLORENCE, Italy – The University of Houston Men's Basketball program continued its tour of Italy, traveling to Florence on Sunday afternoon.
After spending three days in Rome with visits to The Vatican, Roman Forum and Colosseum as well as a dominating 68-32 win over the Roseto Sharks, the Cougars left The Eternal City on Sunday morning by bus for their trip to Florence.
Following about three hours on the road, the Cougars visited Siena where they walked around the city and enjoyed lunch before returning to the bus for their final leg.
The team checked into the Star Hotel Michelangelo and enjoyed a team meal together before traveling to Pala Coverciano for a 90-minute practice under two-time, defending American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Kelvin Sampson.
After that workout, the Cougars returned to their hotel and cleaned up before enjoying a team dinner at a local restaurant.
UP NEXT
The Cougars resumes their competition schedule when they face BC Silute of Lithuania at 1:30 p.m. (CDT), Monday, inside Palazzetto Sandro Pertini in Ponte Buggianese, Italy.
GAMES SCHEDULE
CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
BUY 2019-20 SEASON TICKETS
Fans can get a head start on the 2019-20 campaign by purchasing season tickets now, starting at only $225.
Fans can purchase 2019-20 season tickets any time at UHCougars.com/tickets or by calling the Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
Fans who would like to be contacted about ticket options should fill out an interest form or click here.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
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Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter, catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
After spending three days in Rome with visits to The Vatican, Roman Forum and Colosseum as well as a dominating 68-32 win over the Roseto Sharks, the Cougars left The Eternal City on Sunday morning by bus for their trip to Florence.
Following about three hours on the road, the Cougars visited Siena where they walked around the city and enjoyed lunch before returning to the bus for their final leg.
The team checked into the Star Hotel Michelangelo and enjoyed a team meal together before traveling to Pala Coverciano for a 90-minute practice under two-time, defending American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Kelvin Sampson.
After that workout, the Cougars returned to their hotel and cleaned up before enjoying a team dinner at a local restaurant.
UP NEXT
The Cougars resumes their competition schedule when they face BC Silute of Lithuania at 1:30 p.m. (CDT), Monday, inside Palazzetto Sandro Pertini in Ponte Buggianese, Italy.
GAMES SCHEDULE
| Day & Date | Result/Time (CDT) | Opponent | Arena | Location |
| Friday, Aug. 9 | W, 68-32 | Roseto Sharks | Arena Altero Felici | Rome |
| Monday, Aug. 12 | 1:30 p.m. | BC Silute (Lithuania) | Palazzetto Sandro Pertini | Ponte Buggianese |
| Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 11:30 a.m. | LCC International University (Lithuania) | Palazzetto Sandro Pertini | Ponte Buggianese |
| Thursday, Aug. 15 | 1 p.m. | Italian Select | Palazzetto Costa Masnaga | Costa Masnaga |
CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
| Day & Date | Event |
| Monday, Aug. 12 | Tour of Pisa |
| Tuesday, Aug. 13 | Tour of Florence, including Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's The David |
| Wednesday, Aug. 14 | Orientation tour of Milan and visit to The Last Supper |
| Thursday, Aug. 15 | Tour of Como |
| Friday, Aug. 16 | Boat tour of Lake Como |
BUY 2019-20 SEASON TICKETS
Fans can get a head start on the 2019-20 campaign by purchasing season tickets now, starting at only $225.
Fans can purchase 2019-20 season tickets any time at UHCougars.com/tickets or by calling the Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
Fans who would like to be contacted about ticket options should fill out an interest form or click here.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter, catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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