In Spain, Abalde attended Vigo High School. She participated with the Spanish Under 19 national team. Abalde was part of the fourth place team at the world championships in Bratislava, Slovakia. Of note, she averaged 13.4 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. In a 62-59 victory over Australia, she notched 22 points and accumulated 10 rebounds. Statistically, she averaged 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists, two steals and two blocks per game during the championships.