Today was a real working day. We met and coached 6 primary schools and 4 secondary schools today (with the help of the teacher/coaches we trained yesterday) – quite a challenge. Our coaching numbers were slightly down – as Darren had an appointment with “percy porcelain” … but we hope we will be in better colour tomorrow (you’ll be glad to hear that this event will not be covered in pictures by this blog).
Paul – our team leader – said that he couldn’t believe the splashes of colour – so many shades. You can see from the school groups in the blog below that we truly had a rainbow of colour today.
The magic continues for us all (and hopefully for Darren when he is less green around the gills). Jo said that “This is better than I ever imagined”. Richard continued to mastermind the training as lead tutor. He’s always full of great advice – today’s was “be prepared to be silly – it works!”. Claire continues to be impressed by the quality of the girls “They’ve been phenomenal. I can’t believe their throwing and I really enjoyed seeing the girls beating the boys in a competition to throw the stumps down.”
Simon – the Uganda country manager for CWB is leaving us tomorrow. His lasting impression is “athleticism with behaviour.” Neil – being more practical says “we need more cones!”. Apparently the cones are on their way for Kampala – when you have over 300 kids to coach “boundaries” are important.
12 comments
David Terrace says:
Feb 29, 2012
Top drawer photos again! Make sure you make the most!
P.s. hope darren makes a return to the so solid crew soon…
uganda2012 says:
Feb 29, 2012
Darren is on the mend. He came down after dinner tonight – and was looking vaguely human. We expect to have in back in the First XI by Friday. Simon is heading back home tomorrow – so I might have to stop hiding behind my cameras and help out with the coaching! Phil
Hannah Weaver says:
Feb 29, 2012
Amazing scenes!! What do you mean boundaries? NO BOUNDARIES EVER!!!!
Keep going you are all amazing!!
Graham says:
Feb 29, 2012
Loving the photos. Please say hello to Yusuf from me!
Cliff Clarke says:
Feb 29, 2012
Lovely photo’s, keep smiling Jo. Hope the hotel bar is keeping you hydrated after a hard days work!!!
Sally says:
Feb 29, 2012
Well done the U team. Shame about Darren 🙁 Please get Simon to call me when he manages to catch his breath. I’m away until Tuesday though so not before then. Loving all the amazing photos, well done Phil.
Claire Bicknell says:
Feb 29, 2012
Looks like you’re having a brilliant time! I know Darren was disappointed that missed out and had to have his own “throwing” session (sorry!)! Have a great day tomorrow, I’m looking forward to the update!
Lizzie Hendley says:
Mar 1, 2012
Another set of amazing photos and the colours are just fantastic. Jo you look like you are having a fab time!
Rachael Carkett says:
Mar 1, 2012
Very emotive photos. Brilliant!! Keep up the excellent work!
Tim Marris says:
Mar 1, 2012
Hi all keep up the good work all the pics an comments are great me and the kids are loving our daily catchup Kerr it coming really proud of you all
Love Tim Marris and Molly , jonny
yusuf nanga says:
Mar 1, 2012
Hi great thanks 2 all the CWB coaches who hve put in all they can to develop the game of cricket from the grass root as well as passing the ABC / HIV AIDS awareness information 2 the teachers and students.God bless u all and may the almighty reward u abundantly
Jen Durston says:
Mar 2, 2012
I’m very jealous this looks like such an amazing experience! Keep up the good work!