Friday 22nd July 2022








 Written by Megan

Today was a bright and early start as we left at 6.30am to lead in our second tournament in Chainda, where we led 5 eager schools and around 20 teams today.

I was lucky enough to manage a sweet younger team from Chainda Open (School), and even though we did not win a game and it took a lot of teaching and encouragement to get them to learn the correct rules, they came in with the biggest smiles and learnt a lot, especially with the help from my little friend Lison (from my team).  Lison helped me translate the other childrens queries.  

Also Cat - you should be exceptionally proud of Scarlett today as not only was she the only girl referee but she also refereed the youngers finals with no errors with Kara's team taking the win.  

Without a doubt this first week here has been a huge eye opener, we have been warmed and welcomed with huge smiles and the Zambian handshake, as well as seeing the children's faces light up with joy at the sight of biscuits and donations is so special.

Tomorrow is another early start for us all and it will be the biggest tournament in Zambia Tag Rugby history.  We will have 670 children and 67 teams so wish us luck! 🙏

Mum and Dad - I hope it's not too quiet without me, I miss you guys lots and hope I make you proud, I love you!!x Also James - Sorry I got to come to Zambia and you didn't. 



Written by Evie H.

Hello Everyone ready this, today we organised a tournament an hour away from camp.  5 different schools were part of the tournament that we all collectively led.  On the way I was serenaded by some Adele fans, who pretended to know all the words to her songs.  I enjoyed dancing and leading a school team called Rainbow House.  They made me dance in the middle of a humungous circle - personally I think I was the best!  I taught my team the macarena and they learnt really quickly, which I was very proud of.  I enjoyed greeting the teachers with a Zambian handshake that has now become second nature to the majority of us.  That will defo be coming back to England with me!

Tomorrow is the biggest tournament yet, which will be a challenge but I am looking forward to pushing myself.  The early starts aren't ideal, however they have taught me the importance of being on time.  Today we were supposed to be up at 5.30am but I woke up at 6.07 which meant I got changed in under 30 seconds! 

Miss all my friends and family, hope you're not having too much fun without me - which I doubt you are.  Mum you would fit in well here, we got pulled over for speeding 2 days ago! 

Love Evie x


* Message from Lauren - Happy Birthday to Poppie!

Comments

  1. Anonymous22 July 2022 at 14:05

    Another great day well done all, good luck tomorrow Dean ( Luke Dad )

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  2. Anonymous22 July 2022 at 14:07

    Great photos and amazing to spot you in some of them Flo ❤️❤️ Great blogs as always guys, I love hearing about your experience from your point of view, you give us all the details! Have a great weekend. Becky Hickey x

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  3. Anonymous22 July 2022 at 14:20

    Go Scarlie.-amazing.Thank you Megan for your blog .We’re missing you all terribly but so proud of what your achieving .( Scarlett’s grandma.)💕

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  4. Cat22 July 2022 at 14:22

    Wow sounds like another incredible day for everyone involved. Megan please tell scarlett (aka my very own RU) she will know what I mean but never forgive me if I post it on here that we are incredibly proud of her and of all of you doing such incredible work making a difference and bringing so much joy to the local Zambian communities. Keep up the amazing work. Good luck tomorrow!

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  5. Jackie Heath22 July 2022 at 14:32

    Cheeky Evie H but it made me chuckle. Sounds like you are are all having an amazing time and I am really enjoying pictures. Looking forward to being taught the Zambian handshake.

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  6. Anonymous22 July 2022 at 14:35

    Lovely blogs yet again. Lovely to hear from you Meg’s. The house is certainly very quiet without you, but we are loving hearing all your news and we are so proud of you and all the amazing EH students!!! Keep up the hard work, and just have fun!! Love you loads!! Xx

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  7. Anonymous22 July 2022 at 14:36

    Good luck tomorrow!!

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  8. Toni22 July 2022 at 14:42

    Good luck with the tournament tomorrow. You are all amazing!
    Miss you Nath, LUM!

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  9. Lucy22 July 2022 at 15:18

    Great to hear your news each day, and well done - it sounds like lots of work, but am amazing experience. Good luck with the tournament tomorrow. Missing you Al. Xxx

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  10. Dawn22 July 2022 at 15:45

    It sounds like you’ve had an amazing first week out there and we are loving hearing all about it in the blog - good luck for tomorrow - can’t wait to hear all about it!

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  11. Jennie22 July 2022 at 16:41

    Amazing! Lots of luck tomorrow with the day and with the getting up!! Xx

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  12. Anonymous23 July 2022 at 01:16

    Hope the tournament goes well. Lovely to see all the pictures and big smiling faces. Super super proud of all of you. Ana - looked like you were enjoying having your hair done! Get some tips!! 🥰 - Rachael (Ana’s mum)

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  13. Harry P's Mum23 July 2022 at 02:32

    Love your blog girls.... Good luck for the tournament today everyone, so proud of you all xx

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  14. Anonymous23 July 2022 at 08:03

    Lovely photos and stories again today!!

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  15. Anonymous23 July 2022 at 08:06

    @ NATHAN: French F1 qualifying: Pole: Lec; 2) Ver; 3) Per ; 4) Ham ; 5)Nor . We all miss you , keep enjoying yourself! Dad

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  16. Anonymous23 July 2022 at 11:01

    Good to know you’re having a great time, Evie - lovely to see you’re making many new friends (and memories). Hope the tournament went well - keep up the good work and “keep dancing!’’ - Grandma and Granddad x

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