We played Greece in the first game and despite a somewhat slow start we were able to pull out a solid win. Today we played Canada which is always a tough game. We got out quick and Canada fought back. We ended up winning 10-8 and on to face a vastly improved Great Britain team Thursday.
I spent most of the day both days at the pool and that wasn't too bad except for a couple potential issues. The venue is outdoors and it is pretty hot and humid here in España. There is little to no shade on the pool deck/stands. Even the little there is can only be accessed by press/media credential, expensive event tickets, or corners of the stands which are less than ideal for filming. I tried to hijack a press spot which worked for a couple games but as soon as the other teams filled in, we got kicked out. So I moved several times before settling in for the day. I ended up in the nosebleeds where nobody cares what you do and the view is nice but the cap numbers are almost impossible to see.
Anyhow I have to beat the sun. Unless I film in my speedo I'm going to be rocking some mean tan lines. So today I brought a large hotel towel and wrapped up head/neck/arms. Have to stay hydrated but the easy access to athlete water makes that easy. All things considered I am in a beautiful city, spending my days at the pool, watching some of the best water polo in the world. What more could I want (other than an EZ-Up)?
By the time the last games of the day start, there is a nice cool breeze, lower temperatures and acrobatic half time shows for the great Spanish crowds.
Day off tomorrow, back at it on Thursday.
Thumbs up, two very tan thumbs up!
Photo 1: night view of Piscina Picornell from the nosebleeds.
Photo 2: Australian assistants enjoying the halftime show.
Photo 3: pic of Kiley I lifted from the BCN2013 website from out game vs Greece.
Photo 4: the team lined up before the game today. Love this.
Photo 5: today's halftime show. Super Xop (BCN mascot transformed into a super mascot after being bit by a magical jellyfish).
