Firebirds Gain Cultural, Competitive Experience During Italy Tour

KENOSHA, Wis. — The Carthage College football team returned from a memorable seven-day international tour of Italy, combining cultural exploration, team bonding and football competition as part of a partnership with Global Sports & Events (GSE). The trip, which included stops in Milan, Lake Como, Pisa, Florence and Rome, provided Firebird student-athletes with an opportunity to experience some of Italy’s most historic landmarks while strengthening connections on and off the field. “This tour is an incredible opportunity for our program to grow both on and off the field,” said head coach Matt Popino. “International experiences will challenge our players in…