Diary

Stephanie
Holland

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January 19, 2004

We just got back from our first UAA road trip of the season. And for half the team, it was their first UAA road trip ever.

We left Thursday afternoon after classes to head to the airport. As usual we were a bit late getting going but I think the coaches have factored that time into our schedule. Nothing too exciting happened at the airport. But it's nice to be able to hang out with the men's team and have nothing pressing to do.

Once on the plane most people took a nap. But Bergie and I broke in my new DVD player (an Xmas present) and watched "Airheads" all the way to St. Louis.

The hotel we stayed in was undergoing renovation. My roomies and I (Caroline and Ashley) had to change rooms twice. It was okay because by the end they had upgraded us to a nicer room with bigger beds. Thursday night everyone went straight to bed. We had an early morning practice that day so the whole team was wiped out.

Friday we had breakfast and then went to Wash U to have a shoot around. Nothing too serious. And I just have to say that Sprague is my hero because no one can hit half-court shots like her.

Then before you know it, 6 p.m. rolls around and it's time to play. The first half is not something I want to remember. But I am so proud of the way the whole team rallied in the second half. That is the team I love to play with. We had a LOT of fans and parents at the game so I would love to thank them for their support.

Saturday we left for Chicago. Because no trip is without an airplane mishap they, of course, lost half of our luggage. So we had some hygiene issues after practice later that day. But luckily the luggage was found and delivered that night to the hotel so order was restored.

Sunday we arrived early at the gym to support our men's team. Then it was time for us. We had some great moments as a team on the court. And I think everyone contributed in some way. I know we can beat Chicago and when they come to our house it will be a whole new game.

The flight home is always interesting. You take 12 girls with pent up energy and then stick them in an enclosed space and make them sit still for two hours. Some crazy things can happen. Well, that was our weekend on the road. Some great memories are always made. And I have to admit this team knows how to have fun.

Stephanie Holland is a sophomore from Potomac, Md. She would love to answer e-mail questions from Emory recruits and fans.