Yet Another Luncheon...

Today was Tim's first day with the team. Although this morning he missed the ice session to have his medical exam for his visa. He got back for the team lift. After the morning workout, I brought him to the Islanders Office to meet Pei Ying and Mr. Wang. Mr Wang informed us that Lan Li, the main guy in charge of China Hockey, was inviting the whole staff out for a luncheon. So we went upstairs and changed for Lunch.

At lunch we ate, drank, toasted and talked hockey. Mr. An had left early for Beijing to prepare for our arrival, so the lunch crew is below: (L to R: Ms Zhou (team leader), Coach Li, Coach Ji, Me, Lan Li, Coach Liu, Coach Tim, and Mr. Wang (from the Islanders office in Harbin).



It was a great time, everyone seemed pleased with the team's performance and development from the tournament. We all have high hopes for the future.

After lunch was afternoon practice with Tim on the ice for the first time. We had a good practice with a focus on forechecking and a good pace throughout. Tonight after dinner each player has to read her reflections on the tournament as an interesting excercise. Practice tomorrow morning then much time repacking for Finland.

Short blog today, but will get a longer one in before the trip to Finland.