A late start was appreciated by most, and an outstanding buffet breakfast was very welcome.
On the bus by 10.45, we headed out to Connecticut once again along Highway 1. Approaching East Haddam we were in awe of the scenery - the snow covered hillsides, the quaint buildings reminiscent of 'On Golden Pond' with wooden houses just like the little Christmas Village we have at home. Nathan Hale Ray High School is a small school in East Haddam, and we received the warmest welcome you could imagine. The boys got a chance to practice together and enjoyed 90 minutes on the court before the hosts for our boys arrived (might make up for some of the food they have been eating). Unfortunately, as the school is only small, they were only able to billet 19 of our players, so the others headed back to the Hotel whilst the players and their billet families headed with our coaches to the Nathan Hale Ray coach's home for lunch/dinner. The experience was one all the boys will remember forever - an awesome 'cook out', an intense snow ball fight and a chance to get to know the players and their families before they headed home.
Those not billeted enjoyed a quiet night in the hotel and a great home style meal - a chance to catch up with the washing was really appreciated!
This is great time to mention our fantastic bus driver Mike. He has gone above and beyond for us - and is such an awesome help. He provides free wifi on the bus, is an unbelievable driver, is generous and professional, and his knowledge base is exceptional!
PS - did you realise this morning we had 11:11:1:1:11 - we took a photo of the clock on the bus!
Photos today include
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