Today we had the unique opportunity to be coached by the Brazillian coaches. No one knew what to expect. Our leader Hugo and Ligia started off as translators for the Portuguese speaking "Professors". The practice focus was blocking, even for Ella and Drake. Once we got started, the use of the translators shortly gave way to a game of charades. We acted out what we had questions on and they acted out the answers. Somehow, it worked. Everyone, even the libero's, got better at blocking.
After lunch and a short break, we drove to a new gym where we played our match. Sadly, we drove through the second largest slums in South America. It was a real awakening to see how some people are forced to live. Houses were stacked on top of houses and there was no room for anything. Sao Paulo is forced to grow up, because there is no room to grow out.
Tonight's opponent was a team of the best girls in the state. We knew it would be a challenge but after a while, we started playing just as well. We ended up going five games and lost in the fifth. Even with the loss, we are proud to say we had 20 blocks in those five games. Probably a Northern State record ;).
A few of us also figured out how to use calling cards so everyone can expect calls home!
PS- Please send peanut butter for our toast, and ranch for our salad! Even though we are enjoying natural fruit jelly and olive oil.
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There is peanut butter and ranch there!!! Go to a grocery store and you will find it!!! haha
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