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Indiana University’s men’s basketball team will represent the United States at the FISU America Games in Lima, Peru, from July 20 to August 1, facing Peru and the Virgin Islands before elimination rounds begin on July 25, with all matches streamed on YouTube.
Team USA surged to a 12-0 lead and never relented, defeating Peru 115-36 in the FISU America Games opener. Coach Darian DeVries emphasized focus, teamwork, and the valuable contributions of both veterans and newcomers.
The University of Washington men's soccer squad, fresh off a national championship, will travel to Peru to compete in the FISU America Games, first exploring Cusco and Machu Picchu before the tournament begins on July 22.
The Indiana University basketball team will wear distinctive USA‑styled jerseys, play a public exhibition game against Canadian opposition, and embark on a tour that includes a pool with Argentina, Brazil and Peru before the Lima games begin.
Indiana will host a Montreal university team on July 15, compete in the International University Sports Federation America Games in Peru, and meet North Carolina in Indianapolis in October.
The agreement, signed by the International University Sports Federation and the World Baseball Softball Confederation, promises new competition opportunities and educational benefits for student‑athletes across the globe.