Basketball practice in Japan

This past weekend we got back to practice after a nice little break. Because we had a bye last weekend we practiced on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday we couldn't't get in our regular gym as I think it was being used, so we had to look for another one. The gym we used was a high school gym. Most, if not all high school gyms here do not have heat. Pair that with a 34 degree day and its a little on the chilly side. If you are in a him at all this winter I hope its a warm one.

1st road trip

This weekend is our first away games of the regular season.

One of the younger guys on the team was nice enough to get some movies for the 5.5 hour bus ride. So what does a basketball team living in 2014 watch on a bus ride? This trip we have Jaws and Frozen.

They dont mess around out here

Today we found out that we have a protein sponsor for the year. We also found out that it wont be a 2.2 lb bag, 5 lb tub, or even a 10 lb container - that's all to measly. Over here they get serious. Look at the picture - that's a 45 kg (about 100 lbs) bin of protein. The thing doesn't even come with a scoop to get it out, you have to use a shovel.

They say we can have it for after practice or when we need it but I'm not messing around. Why just drink it when you can take a bath in it? Protein helps your body recover so I might as well sleep in the thing too.

If the next time you see me, I have a delightful vanilla aroma to me, don't worry, it's only because I have protein-ified my body and have it running through my veins. And, because this is so fantastic I have even asked the team to change the number on the back of my jersey to just a simple word - protein. This might also help me not foul as the refs will have a hard time showing my number to the scorers table and maybe call less fouls. This is such a good idea... Don't you think?

Thank you protein