MIZUNO FRIENDSHIP SERIES ITALY
Are you ready to take your softball skills to the international stage? Imagine exploring new cultures, making lifelong friends, and playing the sport you love in a global arena. This is your chance to experience an unforgettable adventure that combines sports with cultural immersion.
Join us for an opportunity of a lifetime where high school seniors like you can travel, compete, and learn in exciting international destinations. Whether you dream of playing under the sunny skies of Australia or amidst the vibrant landscapes of Italy, we’ve got an experience for you.
DAY1
July 13, 2025 – International Overnight Flight to Milan
The journey begins with an international overnight flight to Milan, Italy. Players and coaches will gather at the airport with eager anticipation for the days ahead.
DAY2
July 14, 2025 – Arrival in Milan
• Arrival in Milan & meet your tour manager at the airport
• Transfer to the hotel to check-in (if nearby & possible)
• Free time & lunch at own expense
• Enjoy a city tour of Milan and visit the Castello Sforzesco
• Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
• Overnight in Milan area
o Private bus
DAY3
July 15, 2025 – Lake Como, Milan, GAME
• Transfer to Lake Como
• Free time & lunch at own expense
• First game of the Italian Friendship Series against a local team
• Dinner together with the local team
• Overnight in Milan area
o Private bus
Overnight stay in Montecatini Terme.
DAY4
July 16, 2025 – Pisa
• Transfer to Pisa A
• Free time to explore
• Second game of the Italian Friendship Series against a local team
• Dinner together with the local team
• Overnight in Florence area (e.g., Montecatini Terme)
o Private bus
DAY5
July 17, 2025 – Florence (B, D)
• Transfer to Florence D
• Enjoy a guided tour of the city
• Visit the famous Galleria dell’Accademia (David statue)
• Free time to explore & lunch on your own
• Dinner at local restaurant
• Overnight in Florence area (e.g., Montecatini Terme)
o Private bus
DAY6
July 18, 2025 – Pizza Baking, GAME
• Transfer to a typical Italian Agriculture Place •
• Unique experience of pizza baking & wine tasting (if available) • Third game of the Italian Friendship Series against a local team • Dinner together with the local team
• Overnight in Florence area (e.g., Montecatini Terme)
o Private bus
DAY7
July 19, 2025 – Rome, GAME (B, D)
• Transfer to Rome
• Visit Vatican City & the St. Peter’s Basilica
• Free time for lunch on your own
• Fourth game of the Italian Friendship Series against a local team • Dinner together with the local team
• Overnight in Rome
o Private bus
DAY8
July 20, 2025 – Rome
• Guided tour of Ancient Rome & the Colosseum
• Free time to explore & lunch at own expense
• Farewell dinner at a local restaurant
• Overnight in Rome
o Private bus
DAY 9
July 21, 2025 – Rome
After breakfast, the team will bid farewell to Italy as they board a private coach for a transfer to the airport.
Departure flight marks the end of a fantastic journey filled with sportsmanship and cultural exploration.
Mizuno USA vs Italy 2025
2025 Mizuno USA International Friendship Series
Softball: 18u, 12u Coach Dave Majeski/Jeremy Cecil
Baseball: 18u Tony Dress/Joe Vreonis
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