The Italian National Baseball Team, led by MLB Hall of Famer Mike Piazza, is set to play a two-game exhibition series against the University of Tampa Spartans. The games will take place at the Spartans' historic field on October 18th at 5:00 PM and October 19th at 6:00 PM.

This exhibition serves as preparation for the Italian team ahead of international competitions like the World Baseball Classic and the LA Olympics in 2028. Spartans head coach Joe Urso expressed excitement about the opportunity for his players to compete at an elevated level against a national team. Tickets are available online and at the box office, with fans urged to arrive early for pre-game festivities.