Today was a very full day.
Got up for an early breakfast then headed out to jump on a water taxi and tour through the canals of Copenhagen. We saw incredible sights - everything from historic buildings to contemporary scandinavian architecture. After the tour, went to the Palace and watched the changing of the guards, pretty incredible. The girls had fun taking pictures. On the way to the Palace we encountered a Zumba class being offered along the canal. We were invited to join so 17 girls and a couple brave (ready crazy) parents and coach danced along. SOOOO much fun!!
After the palace we had another canal tour and oohed and aahed at this beautiful city.
We had lunch, icecream (again) then went shopping on Stroget, a famous shopping area in Copenhagen.
After shopping a large group went to Tivoli GArdens for rides, enjoying the botanicals, and beer (moms and dads). A nice walk home to the hotel capped off the evening and here we sit blogging, packing and trying to figure out how to get our clothes and purchases to lose weight to meet the 50 pound limit!!!
We'll leave early tomorrow morning and arrive in time for commute traffic!
Thanks again for supporting the girls on this incredible journey!!!!
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Emily reflecting on the Championship!
Finally the victory is ours.
We have been waiting for this day the whole tournament where we would stand up
on that stage and hold the trophy high with triumph. Nothing compares to this
feeling. The feeling that we are the best, that we are excellent. The feeling
that we have represented the United States of America well both on and off the
field. We are now riding in the bus on our way to Copenhagen with smiles on our
faces. As I sit here with my thoughts, I think about the days to come and
although there are few, we still look forward to them as if we have months
left.
Thoughts from Kristen Chan
Denmark has really been
amazing. The host families in Kolding made me feel at home. Regan and I lived
on a farm for a few days, and we got to drive tractors. I think I ate more
bread than ever before. I got to visit a beautiful castle, and even tried on
dresses. Denmark is just so beautiful, and this was such a great experience.
After our victory at the Football Festival, we are off to Copenhagen. And soon
after, we will head home. I’m kind of sad, but I will remember this trip forever!
The morning of the final day at the Danish Football Festival.
Half the team is sick, all the team is tired...
They were up late last night and had to get up to be at the field at 7:30 fed and ready to play.
Their nerves were at their highest as they knew they were facing a hungry team from Hungary who were all 100% focused on soccer and the win.
With 4 wins we were going into the game in first place. Hungary had one loss so we needed to either win or tie to take the championship. It was nervewracking on the sidelines as the game started pretty rough with the girls looking a bit flatfooted; Hungary was able to take an early lead. At 1/2 time, Pedro gave the girls a pretty strong talking too - pretty sure he could be heard throughout Denmark... perhaps you heard him too?
The girls came out in the 2nd half ready to fight. It was a battle playing a team that played well and VERY agressively. The Lamo girls were able to hold Hungary to a tie ultimately clinching the Championship.
SO, We celebrated at a ceremony with gold medals and a VERY LARGE trophy that will require an extra ticket in first class to get home (we're hoping we can fit Annie in the cup so we can avoid extra charges!).
After the Awards Ceremony we quickly packed, cleaned, showered (thank goodness! ) then took a 4 hour bus journey to Copenhagen for our last days.
It began raining the minute we boarded the bus and stopped just as we arrived in Copenhagen.
Last night we enjoyed a celebratory dinner for 30 at The First Lady restaurant - to our surprise, they charged $2/glass of tap water...
Was hoping to add some photos but having some connection issues. Will send out a few when were' back stateside...
Half the team is sick, all the team is tired...
They were up late last night and had to get up to be at the field at 7:30 fed and ready to play.
Their nerves were at their highest as they knew they were facing a hungry team from Hungary who were all 100% focused on soccer and the win.
With 4 wins we were going into the game in first place. Hungary had one loss so we needed to either win or tie to take the championship. It was nervewracking on the sidelines as the game started pretty rough with the girls looking a bit flatfooted; Hungary was able to take an early lead. At 1/2 time, Pedro gave the girls a pretty strong talking too - pretty sure he could be heard throughout Denmark... perhaps you heard him too?
The girls came out in the 2nd half ready to fight. It was a battle playing a team that played well and VERY agressively. The Lamo girls were able to hold Hungary to a tie ultimately clinching the Championship.
SO, We celebrated at a ceremony with gold medals and a VERY LARGE trophy that will require an extra ticket in first class to get home (we're hoping we can fit Annie in the cup so we can avoid extra charges!).
After the Awards Ceremony we quickly packed, cleaned, showered (thank goodness! ) then took a 4 hour bus journey to Copenhagen for our last days.
It began raining the minute we boarded the bus and stopped just as we arrived in Copenhagen.
Last night we enjoyed a celebratory dinner for 30 at The First Lady restaurant - to our surprise, they charged $2/glass of tap water...
Was hoping to add some photos but having some connection issues. Will send out a few when were' back stateside...
Rachels Blog
Thoughts from Rachel from earlier in the week.
This past week in Denmark has
been a once in a life time experience for my teammates and I. Kicking off the
week with a stay at a host family’s house, Jordan and I had an amazing time.
The family we stayed with was so inviting and they made sure we felt completely
at home. A delicious breakfast was always waiting for us in the morning; and I
was extremely grateful for not only that, but everything else this amazing family
did for us. Unfortunately we had to leave on Tuesday from the house, but I had
no idea what was to come regarding the rest of the Denmark part of the trip.
Saturday, July 28, 2012
The past couple of days in Aarhus have been really great. From where we left off...
On Wednesday 7/26 the girls played their 4th game at the Denmark Football Festival. They played tough against a Swedish team (I think...the languages are starting to blur a bit!) and were successful winning their game with a score of 3-0.
After the game, some of the team went into town to explore Aarhus, do some shopping, see the city, and get some MORE ice cream (an every day occurence).
Today, 7/27, another great victory... the game was early and their opponents started the day by blasting music outside the girls rooms - very loud... Nonetheless, they were again victorious with a a win at 8-2 - it was important that they score alot to ensure a strong goal differential which could be a consideration in determining the champion of the tournament. They go into tomorrows game in first place, playing the 2nd place team - They have very high hopes of clinching the championship!
After todays game a group headed into charming Den Gamle By or "Old Town" - a part of Aarhus, similar to Colonial Williamsburg - buildings from another era - 1700's and 1800s and people in period costume. Fascinating!!
On Wednesday 7/26 the girls played their 4th game at the Denmark Football Festival. They played tough against a Swedish team (I think...the languages are starting to blur a bit!) and were successful winning their game with a score of 3-0.
After the game, some of the team went into town to explore Aarhus, do some shopping, see the city, and get some MORE ice cream (an every day occurence).
Today, 7/27, another great victory... the game was early and their opponents started the day by blasting music outside the girls rooms - very loud... Nonetheless, they were again victorious with a a win at 8-2 - it was important that they score alot to ensure a strong goal differential which could be a consideration in determining the champion of the tournament. They go into tomorrows game in first place, playing the 2nd place team - They have very high hopes of clinching the championship!
After todays game a group headed into charming Den Gamle By or "Old Town" - a part of Aarhus, similar to Colonial Williamsburg - buildings from another era - 1700's and 1800s and people in period costume. Fascinating!!
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
short but so sweet!
We awoke to a great Breakfast this morning and went off early to our first game against the local Denmark team at 9am. They were expected to be a very competitive team and the game started off rough but we were successful in the end with a 5-2 win!! Per the coaches request, the girls were to take it easy between games as more than half of the team is suffering from an interesting head/stomach/nasal cold.
5:30pm game against Norway brought us to another success! 6-2!! go girls!........ Tomorrow we face off with the only other undefeated team in the elite program, another Norway team!
topped off the evening with some lighthearted fun in the courtyard then off to an early slumber
wish us lots of luck!
We miss you all
5:30pm game against Norway brought us to another success! 6-2!! go girls!........ Tomorrow we face off with the only other undefeated team in the elite program, another Norway team!
topped off the evening with some lighthearted fun in the courtyard then off to an early slumber
wish us lots of luck!
We miss you all
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