Going to Europe is not necessarily a vertical step from college. European professional teams are not structured the same, are often less organized, and have less money and fewer resources than most U.S. universities. Depending on where you go and who you play for, the training may or may not be as strenuous as your collegiate training. Suffice it to say, however, that if you play on a Champions League, Top Teams Cup, or CEV team, the level of intensity will at least match the level of intensity of any top U.S. school. And remember, although the training may not always be as intense, the caliber of players is unquestionably higher.
