Exactly, this isn't a new practice for basketball teams. Heck, I'm pretty sure Bob Knight took IU to Australia back in the 80's. Last yeat UCLA took their team to China for their season opener and Bama played a summer league in Canada. Those are just the first couple that come to mind, but I know it happens quite frequently. This is only news because it's Harbaugh and he's the first one to do this with a full football squad. Personally I think it's brilliant.