By JimCA2 |
ireport.cnn.com
The Phnom
Penh expat community has grown extensively over the last 10 years. As
its expat community grows, so does its presence as a viable competitor .
Where there has been Rugby and Aussie Rules in neighboring Laos,
Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam for years, Cambodia is now a contender
and a destination for regional teams to compete. As an American, I knew
little about Aussie Rules, An Australian expat friend of mine explained
the rules and suggested I come to a couple of games his team The
Cambodian Eagles would be hosting. The pictures feature teams visiting
from Malaysia and Vietnam. After attending the first game, I had a feel
for the sport and also realized that "50 Yard" line seats were good for
viewing, but moving to the end zones created better photo opportunities
as the action would be coming towards me. Local bars and restaurants
will normally set up concessions turning the outing into a picnic as
well. These events become a social bond for locals as well as create a
bond between expats in neighboring countries.
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