Men's Soccer Embarks on International Training Trip

Day 6 in Europe - Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - Entry by senior Nick Gianopoulos

Day 5 in Europe - Monday, August 15, 2011 - Entry by senior Ian Epperson

Day 4 in Europe - Sunday, August 14, 2011 - Entry by sophomore Mike Ferraco

Day 3 in Europe - Saturday, August 13, 2011 - Entry by junior Zach Stahl

Day 2 in Europe - Friday, August 12, 2011 - Entry by sophomore Tyler Rice

Day 1 in Europe - Thursday, August 11, 2011 - Entry by Assistant Coach Mike Piranian

Aug. 10 - Breakfast in Chicago

An early glich in the trip for the Tartans! Mechanical problems canceled the flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago. By the time things were re-organized, the team was late for the connecting flight to Brussels. An unexpected overnight in Chicago insued.

Below is a photo of the team at breakfast. They are expected to depart Chicago for Brussels around 5:00 p.m. CT.

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

The Carnegie Mellon University men's soccer team has set out on an international training trip where they will visit Holland, Belguim and Germany over the course of eight days. While in Europe, the team will train and play competitive matches against club teams. There will also be time for tourist attractions and spectating professional games.

Follow the team here as they send back news of their trip.

Aug. 9 - 3:20 p.m. EST - Team departs Pittsburgh International Airport for Brussels International Airport, via Chicago O'Hare International Airport