Olympic Legacy

26th July 2012

What a week and it’s only going to get better! After waiting and waiting for some decent weather, summer has finally put in an appearance and just in time for the Olympics.

There is a real feeling positivity around, regardless of all the economic bad news, as the Opening Ceremony approaches. There are some among us who think it is all a big waste of money and no-one will benefit long term. I wonder if the hotels, sports clubs, universities and many more businesses and people all over the UK, who have been hosting teams from around the world for the last few weeks as they begin their final preparations for London 2012, think that? Financially beneficial it may have been for them, but what about the less tangible benefits of welcoming these special visitors. For many of the athletes just qualifying has been an achievement in itself and although their medal expectations may not be very high, to be representing their country at the ultimate sporting event is reward in itself. To spend time with these athletes is inspirational and must surely encourage all of us to strive to be the best we can be.

The crowds that have cheered the torch along its journey are also testament to how many people feel about the Olympics. Regardless of the weather, even in the pouring rain very early on a Friday morning in Colchester, the crowds were out in force. To be part of something as massive as the Olympics is what draws people. For most it is the closest they will get to an Olympic event and that is what matters.

So tomorrow evening sit back, enjoy the Opening Ceremony, and prepare to be inspired. You never know where it might take you.

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