Canada here we come!

Exhibition Games in Brazil

In our 2 exhibition games vs. Brazil, we played the best defense we've ever played, even though the scoreboard did not reflect that. In game 1 we lost 110-74 and game 2 we lost 97-67. In the first game, Brazil shot lights out. The Brazilian head coach commented game 1 was the best game Brazil has played in 2 years, and he commended Chile's progress as a competitive basketball program. Brazil was equipped with 2 key starters that did not compete in the Pan American games in July. As a team, they have a solid bench that maintains their team's intensity and level of play. They are the favorite in Group B (we are in Group A) at the FIBA Americas Championship.

The good news is as a team we progressed by playing the best competition south of the US. Coach Richi was very happy with our growth, and believes we are on track for final preparations before our first game versus the Dominican Republic on August 9th.

Watching game film really helped us improve our defense

Next Stop, Edmonton Canada!

It's almost that time to compete in CANADA!! We have been dreaming about this tournament for about a year, and now it's almost time to take the stage!
Even though it will be our toughest game in pool play, I'm excited to play against the home team. The head coach for Canada mentioned, “We want every Canada game sold out.” I'm excited to compete in games that count, and experience more international basketball!
It's quite a trek to Edmonton from São Paulo. Last night we flew 10 hours to New York City, which is where we are currently for a 5 hour layover. Our next flight is an hour to Toronto, with a couple hour layover before a 4 hour flight to Edmonton. From one side of the world to another!

FIBA Americas Championship Links

Game Schedule (http://fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/calendario.asp?w=1). Also see image below.

Watching games live online (http://www.livebasketball.tv/). Should be available on game day.

Tournament website (http://fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/)

Article on FIBA website announcing 12 players that will suit up for Chile (http://fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/not2.asp?r=B963299AF9DE4B178EBDA0FAD2E40FF9)