Next Stop, Waterford!

Posted By: DaLacy Anderson
Posted On: September 1st, 2016
Attending: Waterford Institute of Technology

I can’t believe how fast our time in Belfast went by! From the training and coaching sessions, to working basketball camps, all the way to the random times spent in each other’s rooms bonding and getting to know one another, those are the moments I will cherish. While heading down to Waterford there were so many emotions, seeing that Britt and I were the first scholars to leave since we had International Student induction in the morning.  Upon getting to Waterford and moving into our accommodation, Britt and I got the chance to meet the coaches and players on our club team, the Maxol Wildcats. We were greeted by John Hayes, who we refer to as Papa John, who right off the bat was open and willing to help us with every and anything— just as a father would, hence the nickname J. The entire club was so inviting and welcoming, which has made it even more exciting to be in another team environment. As for our first night in Waterford, Britt and I spent even more time getting to know each other and discussing our plans for our time here in Ireland. We expressed how excited we were, but also our nervousness about juggling our postgraduate courses, basketball, coaching, and endeavors to explore Ireland. Needless to say, our time here in Waterford will be filled with numerous activities, but we are in it together, which will make our experience even more unforgettable! I’m very excited for what Waterford has in store for us, and look forward to a great year full of challenges and adventures—Look out Waterford, Lace and Britt have arrived!

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