San Antonio will be the site of the debut event for The Foundry, and the centerpiece is a women’s basketball matchup between Duke and North Texas on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m.
For Duke, the trip carries a homecoming feel. Freshman Bella Flemings and junior Arianna Roberson are both set to return home for the first time as Blue Devils.
Each was a McDonald’s All-American, with Flemings coming out of William J. Brennan High School and Roberson starring at Clark High School.
It will also be the first time Duke and North Texas have ever met on the floor. The Mean Green finished last season 19-14 overall and went 11-7 in The American Conference.
The two-day weekend starts on Nov. 7 with The Foundry Future Summit, a student-centered event built around direct interaction with student-athletes. Duke and North Texas athletes will be housed in dedicated residency spaces for each program, giving students a chance to connect with them away from the court. The conversations and activities are set to touch on college life, academic and athletic preparation, leadership, personal growth and what comes after high school.
Later that Saturday, Duke coach Kara Lawson and North Texas coach Jason Burton will take part in a moderated conversation at The Foundry Table.
“The Foundry was created around a simple belief: when people have access to the right experiences, relationships, and opportunities, their futures can change,” said Keydrick Barlow, Founder & Principal of Barlow Legacy Enterprises. “We want students to see what is possible for their own lives, families to share in a meaningful experience, and fans to enjoy an outstanding women's basketball matchup. If someone leaves this weekend with a new relationship, a new perspective, or a stronger belief in what they can accomplish, then we have built something that matters beyond the final score.”
More details on the Foundry Future Summit, The Foundry Table, The Foundry Classic and ticket availability will be released on the event’s official website.
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