The temperature was hot, hot, hot.  The Team managed to take advantage of some of the sights during the off time.  A day trip up to Alexandria was rewarding.  They scrimmaged a local club team and then were treated to a lavish luncheon and a visit to the Mediterranean Sea.  They went to the Pyramids at Giza, rode the camels and burros, and took advantage of the many photo opportunities.

     The team finished 10th.  Although the finish was not as high as hoped for, the team is much improved.  Of the 10 players in attendance, four had never competed in the Sitting competition, and two of those had never played in an International competition.  They caught on quick, and we could see improvement in their movement and adaptability to the sitting game.  We beat Morocco in a five game match only to turn around and lose to them in another five game match when we needed the win to place.

     Though the challenges of the language barrier, not enough water, not enough transportation, no Internet access, no laundry, no disabled accessibility, and stomach flus were frustrating, the experience gained on the court was immeasurable.

     Next up for the Sittting team is a training and tryout in February 2003.  Anyone who is disabled and would be interested in trying out can contact Bill Hamiter, Head Coach at bill.hamiter@usav.org or Dixie Collins, Assistant Coach at dixie.collins@usav.org.