Team Vogel Eurobasket Team Has Best Start of Portugal Trips in 2026

Vogel Opens Eurobasket with Strong Showing Against Portuguese Powerhouse

Team Vogel, Coached by Augustana HC Nate Vogel, opened its Eurobasket tour with an impressive effort against one of Portugal's top programs, falling by just 14 points to the reigning Portuguese National Runner-Up. Despite the loss, the performance marked Eurobasket's best result ever against the program during the 2026 Eurobasket competition, showcasing the team's strength and competitiveness on the international stage.

Hadley Humpherys (183-F) led Vogel with 22 points and 7 rebounds, while Miranda Lomax (165-G) added 16 points, 4 assists, and four three-pointers. Kaycee Groves (180-G) also reached double figures with 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, helping Vogel stay within striking distance throughout the contest. The team battled hard on both ends of the floor, with Julianne Cotterill contributing 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Kaylin Garza (180-F) pulling down a team-high 9 rebounds.

While the final score favored the Portuguese side, Vogel left the court with confidence after delivering one of its strongest Eurobasket performances to date. Competing toe-to-toe with a national runner-up and keeping the margin to 14 points was a testament to the team's effort, toughness, and potential for the remainder of the tour.

Vogel Picks Up First Eurobasket Win with 15-Point Victory

After falling in its tournament opener, Vogel bounced back in its second Eurobasket game with a strong 15-point win at CPN on June 1. The team received contributions throughout the lineup and controlled the game with balanced scoring and tough rebounding.

Hadley Humpherys led the way with a dominant double-double, scoring 21 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Kylee Edgar (173-G) added 9 points and 6 rebounds, while Kaycee Groves, Kaylin Garza, and Emily Jones (175-G) each scored 6 points. Vogel's depth was on full display as nine players scored and several contributed on the glass and defensively.

The victory gives Team Vogel its first win of the tournament and valuable momentum moving forward. After a difficult first game, the team responded with energy, teamwork, and a complete performance to even its Eurobasket record.

Game 1 Box Score

Game 2 Box Score

Cumulative Stats (2 games plus highlights)