Day 1 Paralympics

I had a great first day as I got to see some of the Australia v UK wheelchair rugby! It was a little chaotic in the grandstand at the start but memories of managing the VIP seating at Anzac Day came flooding back.

We started with a lesson on the electric mobility cars. They are bigger than golf carts and pretty nifty.

Mini Toyota EV
Wheelchair accessible ramp

The atmosphere in the stadium for the game was amazing! The seats were full and there were lots of Australian spectators. Our Australian Minister for Sport was also there. It was very busy managing the Officials arriving and finding them seats but I did get to see some of the game. It was a really close game, very even until the last two minutes when unfortunately the UK got a few points ahead. Some of our players were so fast and powerful and very agile in their chairs.

Full stadium with lots of Aussies
Lots of Aussie flags
A little video of the ambiance
Minister for Sport, Anika Wells with moi

I spent the afternoon outdoors, directing officials. I saw the Australian team depart.

The volunteer hat has become popular on eBay 😁

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