October
15 - 20
The University of Tampa is excited to welcome Team Italia for a series of combined practices and games at our state-of-the-art baseball facility. This event not only provides a great opportunity for the Spartans to compete against a talented international team, but also serves as a platform to promote the game of baseball in Italy. With Italy being a developing baseball country, this event will showcase the growth and potential of the sport in the country. Additionally, it will highlight the top-notch facilities at the University of Tampa and solidify our reputation as a premier destination for college baseball. We look forward to a friendly and competitive series and hope to continue fostering a strong relationship between our two teams, countries, and passion for baseball.
PRELIMINARY WEEK SCHEDULE
October 15
TEAM ITALIA ARRIVES TAMPA
UT will provide transportation for Team Italia with our team bus. Accommodations will be secured in downtown Tampa for easy access to and from our facility. Downtown also offers players and coaches the opportunity to enjoy the city with its sights, restaurants, and bars along the riverfront.The evening will consist of a welcome dinner at a local restaurant for both squads to meet and greet.
October 16 & 17
Team Practices
October 18, 19, 20
2 Game Series
MEET COACH URSO
JOE URSO
Head Coach University Of Tampa
Former Spartan All-American Joe Urso, the most accomplished active head coach in all of college baseball, is in his 24th season as head baseball coach of the University of Tampa. During his tenure, he has won more national championships than any college baseball coach. Reaching the pinnacle of success, his program is widely regarded as a collegiate baseball powerhouse under the leadership of a staff that garners respect from MLB teams for the character and talent within the program.
Coach Urso's grandparents are from Agrigento, Sicily.
Coach Urso was also recently featured in Forbes which highlights his journey from professional baseball to UT.