Mammoth trip for Ratiopharm Ulm: six games, 25,000 kilometers!

Mammoth trip for Ratiopharm Ulm: six games, 25,000 kilometers!

An extraordinary adventure is imminent for the basketball team Ratiopharm Ulm. The team has the opportunity to prove itself on an international stage while she goes on an extremely demanding journey. In just 16 days, players have to cover over 25,000 kilometers, which means a mammoth excursion in the fullest sense of the word.

On October 16, the Ulm will play a friendly against Portland Trail Blazers in Portland. This invitation from the NBA is not only a sign of the growing fame of the club, but also a consequence of the impressive youth concept. Two players, Juan Nunez and Pacome Dadiet, even made it into the NBA draft this year and were selected by San Antonio or the New York Knicks.

preparations and games

Before going to America, however, there are a few more games on the program for the Ulm. The kick -off takes place in the Eurocup with a game against an opponent from Vilnius in Lithuania. Then you have to assert yourself in the BBL home against Bamberg where you will see your former coach Anton Gavel again. After this challenge, another Eurocup appearance in Istanbul follows before the trip to Seattle begins.

During the long flight, players don't really have the opportunity to relax. The trip with Turkish Airlines will largely take place in the Economy class, without luxurious options such as Economy Plus or even Business Class. In order to have a little more legroom, the big players got places at the emergency exit. This is particularly important at a flight time of over 12 hours before the bus will go to Portland for another 2.5 hours.

In addition to the challenge of the trip, the focus is also on the game itself, for which the team is intensively preparing. A game against the Trail Blazers is a great honor for the players and a unique opportunity to present themselves in the NBA.

During the return trip, players can travel a little more luxurious. The return flights with Delta Airlines offer space in the Premium Economy, where the seats offer more space and are more pleasant for the tired athletes. From Hamburg it continues to Oldenburg, where the Ulm will compete again on October 19 at Easycredit BBl.

Although the physical stress is enormous, this trip also brings unforgettable experiences for the team. The challenge of the games, GE Coupled with the long trips, is a valuable time for every player that they will not forget in their careers.

More details on this exciting adventure can be found in the current article on m.bild.de .