HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. – As the close of summer break sits on the horizon, the Northern Kentucky University men's basketball team will embark on a summer tour in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, providing the Norse with an opportunity to play several contests on the hardwood while also experiencing the local culture. NKU departs for the trip on Aug. 6 and returns Aug. 11.
"One of the biggest benefits of a foreign trip is the additional time you get to spend together as a program," said
Darrin Horn, head coach of the Norse. "This is especially important for us as we transition. Not only does it help on the court in terms of additional practice time and competition, but it also helps build team chemistry."
NKU will compete in three games split between the University of the Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands National Team during the trip. In between competitions, the Norse will spend time in a variety of team-building, educational and experiential activities in and around St. Thomas.
Stay tuned to NKUNorse.com and men's basketball social media channels for more information on the trip.
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