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Sooners in Spain

Sooners in Spain

August 17, 2016 | Women's Basketball

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Sooners in Spain

Successful Trip to Spain

Team

The Sooners returned home to Norman on Friday after its nine-day trek to Spain, which included three wins on the basketball court and plenty of memories that will last for a lifetime.

Get a full recap of the trip ?? DIARY | PHOTOS

Final Day in Barcelona

Barcelona

Thursday marked OU's final full day in Spain and the Sooners took the opportunity to tour one of Barcelona's most famous landmarks, the La Sagrada de Familia in the morning.

Derica Wyatt described her time in Barcelona and what this nine-day experience has meant to her and the team. DIARY

Sooners Finish 3-0

The Sooners were strong early and late in Wednesday's finale against the Barcelona Region All-Stars. Gabbi Ortiz finished in double figures with 17 points, while Gioya Carter added in 14 points and a team-high eight rebounds. RECAP | VIDEO

Before the game, OU spent the morning checking out the scenic views of Barcelona. Senior Shaya Kellogg detailss the Sooners' excursion. DIARY | VIDEO

Final Stop: Barcelona

The Sooners arrived in Barcelona Tuesday afternoon for their final stop of their tour to Spain. Junior center McKenna Treece gives her first expressions of Barcelona. DIARY | VIDEO

Sooners Move to 2-0 in Espa?a

Valencia

A strong fourth quarter paved the way for Oklahoma's 81-61 victory over Combinado Valenciano. Peyton Little and Gabbi Ortiz finished with a team-high 16 points apiece to lead the Sooners, who moved to their record to 2-0 on the trip in Spain. RECAP | PHOTOS | VIDEO

Now that's she play two games with the Sooners, freshman center Nancy Mulkey talks about OU's first two games in Spain and what she has learned. DIARY

Valencia, Here We Come

Valencia

Sunday marked the Sooners' final day in Spain's captial city of Madrid. The team embarked for a five-hour bus ride to the coastal city of Valencia for two days.

Junior guard Gabbi Ortiz talks about the trip to Valencia, the view of Cabaynal Beach and the delicious Paella. DIARY

Welcome to Toledo

Saturday's schedule consisted of a 45-minute drive to nearby Toledo, located south of Madrid. Toledo, which was founded in the 13th Century, is home to many of Spains most historic cathedrals and beautiful scenery. DIARY | VIDEO

The Games Begin

The Sooners hit the court for the first time Friday night, using a balanced effort to top Olimpico 64, 75-65. OU shoot well from 3-point range in the win while senior guard T'ona Edwards led the way with nine points and six assists. RECAP | PHOTOS | VIDEO

Also, Peyton Little talks shopping along Spain's Gran Via, while Chelsea Dungee describes what it was like to compete for the Sooners for the first time. DIARY


Sooners Land in Madrid

OU hit the ground at 8 a.m. local time, as the Sooners began their trip to Spain with a full day of sightseeing in Madrid. The team made numerous stops at local statues and plazas along with stopping for a photo at Madrid's most famous bullfighting stadium

After team dinner Thursday night, sophomore Ijeoma Odimgbe chronicled the Sooners' first day in Spain. DIARY | PHOTOS | VIDEO


Trek to Spain Begins

Airport

The Sooners departed Lloyd Noble Center at 9 a.m. CT Wednesday morning for a full day of travel to Spain. After a two-hour layoff in Atlanta, OU will embark on an eight-hour flight to Spain where they will land in Madrid at 8 a.m. local time. The team will immediately hit the ground for a full day of sightseeing.


Summer Storylines

Team Huddle

Before the Sooners depart for Spain, what are some of the biggest storylines for the team that returns four starters from last year's squad. READ MORE | PROSPECTUS


Mic'd Up: Brett Frantz


Brett Frantz is entering his second season as the strength and conditioning coach for the Sooners. Listen in as he went mic'd up during one of OU's vigorous workouts in preparation for the nine-day trip to Spain. WATCH


Sooners Ready for Spain Trip

The Oklahoma women's basketball team hosted a 90-minute open practice for fans in preparation for its nine-day foreign tour to Spain. READ MORE | VIDEO


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Coverage

Thursday, Aug. 18

articleDiary: Wyatt
articleSooners Finish Tour Undefeated

Wednesday, Aug. 17articleOU Wins Finale
photosDay 6/7 Photo Gallery
articleDiary: KelloggarticleTouring Barcelona

Tuesday, Aug. 16

articleDiary: Treece

Monday, Aug. 15

articleSooners Move to 2-0
photosDay 5 Photo Gallery
articleDiary: Mulkey

Sunday, Aug. 14

articleDiary: Ortiz

Saturday, Aug. 13

articleToledo Tour
photosDay 3 Photo Gallery
articleDiary: Coale/Carter/Rich

Friday, Aug. 12

articleSooners Open Tour with Victory
photosDay 2 Photo Gallery
articleDiary: Dungee/Little

Thursday, Aug. 11

articleSooners Land in Madrid
photosDay 1 Photo Gallery
articleDiary: Ijeoma Odimgbe

Tuesday, Aug. 9

articleSooners Final Prep
articleSummer Storylines
articleMic'd Up: Brett Frantz

Saturday, Aug. 6

articleSooners Ready for Spain Trip
photosOpen Practice Photo Gallery

Saturday, July 30

articleSooners Begin Practice for Trip

Friday, July 31
Friday, July 24
Friday, July 17
Friday, July 10