Stanford football coach Tavita Pritchard reflects on team experience in Australia

Stanford head coach Tavita Pritchard recently shared his experiences from traveling to Australia for a 2017 season-opening game against Rice. During that trip, the Cardinal secured a 62-7 victory, with Pritchard noting that early arrival and a packed initial schedule helped players adjust to the time difference. The reflections arrive as the San Francisco 49ers prepare to face the Rams in Melbourne for the NFL's first regular-season game in the country. Pritchard highlighted the importance of keeping the team aligned on the goals behind travel logistics when managing overseas trips. He expressed support for international games as a method to grow the sport globally. While he declined to provide a score prediction for the upcoming 49ers game due to his personal ties to both rosters, he stated he expects a competitive matchup for fans in Australia.

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