Today we found out our schedule has changed and actually for the better. We now open Pool Play on July 19th against Uruguay at 11:00 AM at Gvaat Ram Venue. We then play Denmark on July 21st at 4:00 PM at Kiryat Yovel Venue. Our last game in Pool Play is against Mexico on July 23rd at 4:00 PM back at Givaat Ram Venue. We now have at least 1 day off in between our Pool Play games for rest and regeneration. The Quater Finals will be on July 25th, so once again another day off in between games.That is far better than our previous schedule of playing 3 days in a row. The only down side to playing on the 19th at 11:00AM, is that the Opening Ceremony is on the 18th and it will be a long day on our feet and a late night return to our hotel. But, every team is in the same boat... We are getting really excited about our departure date drawing near on July 6th. I have told our teams we will discuss our Rules and our schedule once we arrive in Israel on July 7th ina team meeting. They are all on the same page as to why we are going to Israel, as we seek out our "Heritage" and the vehicle for that is "Soccer". We know what we must do to stay fit and on top of our game, so I am not the least bit worried about our team and it's priorities being in the right place! So, until we arrive in Israel, this should be my last blog before departure. But, like today, things may change and I will then get back on and update all of you. Best regards to all, Coach G