Abel Sanchez
2000 Olympic Games
Sydney, Australia
Scroll down for updates on these events:
FINA/USA Ft. Lauderdale (5/16/2000)
Hilary Grivich Memorial Invitational (5/31/2000)
Nickelodeon - interview (6/10/2000)
UNIVISION (6/10/2000)
UNIVISION - diving meet and interview (6/27/2000)
Spain & Italy - diving meets (7/23/2000)
FINA/USA Ft. Lauderdale (5/16/2000)
I recently got back from Ft. Lauderdale where we had an international
diving competition. All the divers that will be in the Olympic Games were
there. Let me tell you that it was an exciting and thrilling competition.
It was awesome diving among the best in the world. The Russians, the Chinese,
the Americans, the Germans, Australians, etc., and Peru, of course. I made
finals on platform and finished 11th over all. I am proud to say that this
is the first time that Peru has had a diver in any major international
competition, let alone in the finals. It was a good showing for Peru. If
you want to see results of the rest of the meet go to www.usdiving.org
and click on results for "FINA/USA Ft. Lauderdale. The finals were held
late at night under the lights. I was told that this was the first time
this was done. At first it took some getting use to, though I think we
all got use to it. I'm sorry to say that I didn't do so well on three meter
springboard. I wish I had the pictures I took, but I still need to develop
the film. Once I do, I will post them for everyone to see. This meet will
be televised on Fox Sports as well as on UNIVISION. When I find out the
dates I will let everyone know. Please visit frequently for more updates.
You have to see it on TV to get the full effect of diving at night.
If you want to know more about the meet just email me.
Hilary Grivich Memorial Invitational (5/31/2000)
I had a good time at The Woodlands where I competed last. I use to
train there with Kenny Armstrong and it was good to go back and see all
my old friends. The men's competitions was good but not deep in numbers.
The women's competition was amazing. Most of the the women that will be
competing at the US Olympic trials were there. I was 2nd on 3 meter and
2nd on 10 meter. I have some cool pictures but I still need to develop
the film. When I finish this roll that seems to never end, check them out
in the photo gallery.
Nickelodeon (6/10/2000)
I was interviewed on Nickelodeon Games and Sports. It's a short clip
but it was a lot of fun to be on. It's going to be aired on the 12th of
June. Check it out in your TV Guide.
UNIVISION (6/10/2000)
I spoke with UNIVISION and they said the diving meet will be aired
in July sometime. I'll keep everyone posted. Keep checking.
UNIVISION (6/27/2000)
I finally got word from UNIVISION. Not only will they be airing the
Ft. Lauderdale meet but they also interviewed me and did a little story
about me. It will air Sunday July 2nd between the
hours of 1pm and 3pm (Eastern Time), on Accion Extra. This Sunday. I will
be out of town but I was told that you will be able to view it from anywhere.
Peru, California, Florida, Houston, any place you can get UNIVISION. Please
check it out and spread the word.
Spain & Italy
(7/23/2000)
I'll be heading for Europe to compete in my last
competitions before heading to Australia. If you want to know how I'm doing
while I'm in Spain or in Italy email me and I'll do my best to respond.
Sometimes it's difficult to find a computer. Sorry, I haven't posted new
pictures. I'll do my best to do so when I get back.
