SHORT FACTS

Although there is only one Colombian Reporter sitting in this "designated" press zone, he is just keeping the seats warm for all of Colombia! This is from last year's World Championship in Korea. The sign really should have read "Colombia Zone" as they were the only ones allowed to sit here!

With the Opening Ceremonies beginning in just 14 days, a record number of 50 countries have registered to compete in the 2007 Inline Speed World Championships.

After the final entries were received from Honduras, India and Ukraine there are over 700 athletes, coaches, managers, sports medicine staff and delegates approved for entry into this competition. Just as surprising, will be the 400 accredited journalists from 5 continents that will be reporting on the daily competition of this Championship.

As I glance through the Official 2007 Championship website, (www.cali2007rollersport.com/) I enjoyed reading about the host city, the press and what to expect during the competition. No matter how much I read I am always surprised when I arrive at the actual skating venue. I am sure this year will be no different.

The one thing I did notice was under “Host City”. It gives you a list of the shopping centers in the area. I counted 50. If this is true there is no way that I will be able to visit all 50 of them in just 14 days! And I wasn’t sure what to think when I read the word “Gastronomical Information”. Of course I knew that it had something to do with the stomach, but with all of the sickness that everyone has had recently I honestly thought they might be giving us information on diarrhea medication. I would never have guessed that they were talking about which restaurants to eat at!!!

Check it out. There is some great information located here and even some that might make you chuckle. I know it did for me!

Just a few of the Junior WC Ladies from Colombia as they prepare for the 2006 Marathon in Korea.

Linda :)