the center court courier - 2nd World University Netball

THE CENTER COURT COURIER
Day 2: July 12, 2016
It’s really official now. It’s Day TWO at St. Thomas University, and
the competing players armed with their managers and coaches,
our FISU officials, and more than 100+ volunteers from all over
the world, are here! By now, everyone should be settled in and
ready to get started. We have a busy week ahead of us! In this
daily newsletter, you’ll find a small selection of the most pertinent
information, updates, and news. You’ll also be able to learn more
about some of the people you’ll be seeing over the next few days.
We hope you find it interesting and informative.
TRAINING SCHEDULE
TODAY’S AGENDA
Location: Fernandez Family Center Netball Stadium
Time
7:00 - 7:45
7:45 - 8:30
8:30 - 9:15
9:15 - 10:00
10:00 - 10:45
10:45 - 11:30
11:30 - 12:15
Team______________
University of Worcester
Jamaica
Uganda
Australia
USA
Namibia
South Africa
Morning
Teams Training on Competition Court (see schedule)
10 am
Mandatory Team Manager’s Meeting at The
Fernandez Family Center Netball Stadium
2pm - 3pm
Opening Ceremony at The Fernandez Family Center Gym
3:15pm
Buses depart for Welcome Reception from
Registration and Accreditation Center
4pm - 6pm
RESERVE YOUR ICE BATH NOW!
Starting Wednesday, ice baths will be
available at the Fernandez Family Center
gymnasium. Reservations are to be made at
the Concierge Desk in the gym. Priority will
be given to teams immediately after their
game. Cost—$50 for 45 minutes.
Welcome Reception at DoubleTree Oceanfront
Resort & Spa, Beach
ICEBAGS - 3 FOR $5
Ice bags can be delivered directly to your locker room after the game or to
your room. Simply leave a deposit in the amount of $50 or $100 with the
concierge. Each time a member of your team requests an ice bag, the cost
will be deducted from your deposit. Let your Attaché coordinate this
service with your team.
ATHLETES VILLAGE FACILITIES
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Swimming Pool—open dawn to dusk
Fitness Center @ Fernandez Family Center — now open
Free wifi (no password needed) & a computer in concierge center “Cashia Hall” to check emails
Forget your toiletries? Stop by the concierge desk in “Cashia Hall” to purchase!
Laundry: Washing machines available in every building. You can contact concierge for change and
detergent.
MEET THE ATTACHÉS
As you might've guessed from the name, Attachés are “attached” to their teams. They
ensure that all team needs are taken care of and liase between the concierge and the
players. Please refer to the list below for all Attachés.
Cloud Bell
Attaché for South Africa
Cloud is a South African who now resides in the USA. She played Netball in
high school and has loved the sport ever since. She competes with the
Emerald City Netball Club.
Kat Dooley
Attaché for Australia
Kat is a Brit who's played and umpired netball since she was 10 years
old. For the last 10 years, her focus has been on umpiring in the UK. She
moved to New Jersey a year ago and is keen to help develop netball in
the USA any way she can.
Julene Meyer
Attaché for Uganda
Julene is a Namibian who has played
netball all her life and represented
South Africa as a Protea Player. She
now coaches a university team.
Coreen Cecelia
Attaché for Trinidad & Tobago
Coreen has played netball for years
and has served as an Advanced
Umpire. Recently, Coreen was
appointed Manager of the Trinidad
and Tobago Under 19 Netball Team.
Shaheen Lodhi
Attaché for Namibia
Shaheen is from the United Kingdom and has been involved in
playing, umpiring and coaching netball for over 10 years.
Nthabiseng Mushi
Attaché for U.S.A.
“Thabi” is a native South African who's
been involved in netball for over 20
years. She is also the social media
community manager for netball
America and the FISU WUNC2016.
Tricia Kilczynski
Attaché for University of Worcester
Tricia has played netball for 25 years
in the UK and coaches the Super
League and at the Regional
Performance Academy. She is also a
bench official.
Marva Jackson
Attaché for Jamaica
Marva has played Netball for
Jamaica for 12 years and started
the Tampa Bay Sparks Netball
Team.
KEY CONTACTS:
FISU TECHNICAL DIRECTOR:
Helene +1 (714)316-4553
SECURITY ASSISTANCE:
Chris
+1(919)601-7534
ACCOMMODATIONS/
TRANSPORTATION:
Ros
+1 (734)794-3742
MEDIA:
Josh
+1(443)465-7033
TOURNAMENT COORDINATOR:
Steve +1 (714)272-2271
EVENT CONCIERGE:
Sarah
+1(512)826-7709
OFFICIAL SECURITY PROCEDURES:
ACCREDITATION AND
CREDENTIALS MUST BE
WORN AT ALL TIMES IN
THE VILLAGE.
LACK OF CREDENTIALS
WILL RESULT IN
POSSIBLE EJECTION FROM
THE VILLAGE.
MEAL TIMES
There are no guarantees of personal safety in any
environment. It is incumbent upon each individual to safeguard him/
herself against becoming the victim of a crime. Please follow these
security measures:
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(Individual team meal times will be
coordinated with Attachés)
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Dinner:
7:00am - 8:15am
11:30am - 2:15pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
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Walk with a friend whenever possible or request an escort from
Security when you leave.
Be aware of your surroundings — whether it is day or night.
Avoid dark, vacant or deserted areas. Use well-traveled routes.
Walk with confidence. Show that you are aware and in control.
Trust your instincts. If you feel uneasy, get away.
If you feel you are being followed, move to a well-lighted and
populated area or building and call for assistance.
If you are on campus after hours, stay alert.
Lock office or lab doors.
Call Security if you see or hear anything suspicious.
Tell a friend, colleague or Security where you are and when you
plan to leave.
When you are out by car, park in well-lighted areas. Avoid parking in secluded parts of a parking lot. Stick to high traffic areas.
When out shopping, don’t carry large bundles or packages. It
can make you a potential target fora thief.
You have to get permission from your chaperone or Security
before leaving - and you should sign in and sign out. However, it
is recommended that guests don’t leave campus.
BALANCING THE “BALL”
An interview with Jamaica's Captain
Malysha Kelly
By: Shaloma Logan
It was a short and sweet hour and a half ride from
Jamaica, West Indies to Miami, U.S.A. for the World
University Netball Championship for the Jamaica netball
team, formed through the Jamaica Inter-Collegiate
Sports Association. The only problem they bumped into
was at immigration, at the airport, at Burger King (!); no
one knew what netball was! The team took joy in
explaining the game with Americans they encountered
during their journey and now team captain, Malysha
Kelly, takes some time to share her love for netball with
us here at The Center Court Courier.
What makes the Jamaica team special?
“Well, people say that our team is witty
and that we play with flare.” She
laughs. “They’ve called us the “crowdpleasers” or “entertainers.”
- Malysha Kelly
Center Court Courier: How did you all start playing netball?
Malysha: My sisters played netball and I grew up watching them play when I was younger. There weren’t enough players
on the team so I started to play with them for fun. When I went to University and all my friends were playing, I decided to
join a team and I got good at it.
Center Court Courier: How do you feel about playing in America?
Malysha: It is very exciting! I haven’t seen the U.S. really involved in netball so I now see it as a sport that is developing
here. Plus, I love Miami right now because it is the same temperature it is at home!
Center Court Courier: How do you balance netball and school?
Malysha: It can be difficult to balance if you don’t have good time management. But really, Netball actually helped me!
Because I want to play the game yet still do well in school, it forced me to balance my schoolwork and still be on time to
practices, and engage in training. Netball has given me a more balanced and disciplined life.
Center Court Courier: Have you ever had a serious injury? How did you deal with that while playing netball?
Malysha: I actually had tendonitis in both knees for two years. I played on it for a while but then it got worse. I actually
didn’t plan on stopping, but when I didn’t make a major team because of my injury, I realized I set myself back. So I took a
year off to do some recovery work and then got back in the game. I’ve been playing again for the last year.
Center Court Courier: How has playing netball impacted your life, and shaped your character?
Malysha: Netball and injury had a big impact on who I am today. I was indecisive before but when I had to make a
decision and look out for my health, I had a shift in character. I became determined to make the team, and focused
on getting good grades to keep my scholarship, ensured I was eating properly, and did everything else it takes to be
a good player. I can really say that Netball has been a positive addition to my life and has made me better.