The Arizona men’s basketball team, led by coach Tommy Lloyd, has arrived in Lithuania to kickstart their culture and spend time together as a team. The team will play three exhibition games against the national teams of Lithuania and Ukraine.
Building Team Culture
Coach Lloyd emphasized the importance of establishing a strong team culture, which has contributed to the team’s success in recent years. The team’s visit to Lithuania is an opportunity for the players to bond and develop their skills in a competitive environment.
The team will play against tough competition, including Lithuania, ranked No. 10 by FIBA. Coach Lloyd expects the games to be challenging, but is excited for the team to learn and grow from the experience.
The team’s schedule includes games against the Lithuania ‘B’ Team, Ukraine’s Senior National Team, and Lithuania’s top squad. The games will be streamed on YouTube, allowing fans to follow the team’s progress.
Local Connection
UA newcomer Ugnius Jarusevicius, a transfer from Nebraska, will serve as an unofficial tour guide for the team during their stay in Lithuania. Jarusevicius is from Alytus, Lithuania, and is familiar with the local culture and basketball scene.
The team will also have the opportunity to experience the local cuisine, including a traditional Lithuanian dish called pink soup. The soup is made from beets and kefir and is served cold.
Original reporting: Arizona Desert Swarm (Tucson Sports) — read the source article.
