This was our final event in the qualification period.  By this time Rach and I are both pretty beat up.  Poor Rach has been dealing with multiple injuries, but still hanging in there.  Yes, hanging was a perfect choice of words.  She strained a tricep in her hitting arm, but the injury seems to be moving upward causing neck pain as well as upper back and shoulder spasms.  We just need a week off, but there’s no time for rest.  We needed to take a podium finish to remain in the Olympic hunt.  Boss/Ross was knocked out by the pesky Brazilian team and we were up against Ey and Nicole.  We won the first convincingly and then fell apart the last 2.  Ey and Nicole took the podium finish we needed.  Disappointed is a complete understatement.   I could write about it, but it would take 10 more pages and someone might try to admit me to a clinic.  So, on to the next funny Russia picture.    I always wanted to sit in a Mercedes Benz, I just never thought it would be during a time out?????  There was so much more to this journey and I hope you have enjoyed my little tid bits.  Traveling the world playing the sport I love is such a blessing and I look forward to more adventures.  Many thanks to my husband Chad as well as my family and friends who have offered continuous support while I’m off playing in the sand.  I love you all.

TEAM USA @ THE RED  SQUARE (Matt, Rosie, Kelly, Jake, Jane, Rachel, Tyra)

 

  Our Favorite team to train with. The Brazilian sisters Maria and Carol Salgado.