Today, the last day of our fabulous trip is a day of freedom for both the chaperones and boys to enjoy with no soccer and no scheduled activities. This is the only day of the trip like this and many were looking forward to it.
For the boys, today meant a day of fun with their host families. Today is also a bank holiday here in Ireland so many of the families had special times planned. We hear that many will have a fun day at the waterpark, some were headed to the beach (yes there are apparently beaches here in Ireland), some were having parties, others were going to the movies; some were going to see the sights, and all should have a really good time.
For the chaperones, much of the same; including a visit to New Grange (a 5000 year old structure), playing some golf, or just touring the sites of Drogheda.
At the end of the day however, everyone knows that they must prepare for the long journey back home. That means packing and preparation for a long day tomorrow; and also, trying to get a good nights sleep.
That's all for now.
Quote of the Day
“I don’t think I could have a higher opinion of any footballer than I already had of the Irishman, but he rose even further in my estimation at the Stadio Delle Alpi. The minute he was booked and out of the final he seemed to redouble his efforts to get the team there. It was the most emphatic display of selflessness I have seen on a football field. Pounding over every blade of grass, competing if he would rather die of exhaustion than lose, he inspired all around him. I felt it was an honour to be associated with such a player.”
Sir Alex Ferguson (on Roy Keane after the European Cup semi-final in 1999)
English soccer manager
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