January 30, 2013 at 5:54 p.m.
Tourists adjusting to the heat and humidity
The pasty Scots sweated it out in the midday heat as they attempted to acclimatize to the 90-degree heat - a far cry from the drizzle of cloudy Glasgow.
Their Aussie born coach Peter Steindl - as comfortable in the conditions as a born-Bermudian - tested his players with an energetic morning fielding session - before bringing them back for a further session in the afternoon.
"It's going to be tough for the guys," he admitted.
"We've come from slightly colder conditions than this. That's why we asked for a double training session today and we'll train again tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon. We need to acclimatize to the conditions. But we wanted a challenge and I'm sure we're going to get one."
Fielding and fitness were key mantras for Steindl during his training session and his players were throwing themselves around athletically, chasing every ball and diving for every catch - something the coach is keen to see them sustain over what promises to be a punishing four days in the sun.
"I'm sure it's going to be a big challenge. I'm looking forward to seeing the guys go out there and give it their best - fight hard for every run, every run-saved, every wicket. We are really looking forward to it."
He insisted he had no qualms about playing the game in Bermuda, despite the fact that no international cricket has been played here since 2003.
"I think it's important for Bermudian cricket that the team gets the opportunity to play at home. We are very happy to be playing here. To go to Canada for a game against Bermuda doesn't seem quite right so we are delighted to be here.
"Cricket is all about experiencing different cultures, different conditions, different atmospheres. No two wickets are the same. It's important in terms of our development that we learn to adjust quickly to different conditions."[[In-content Ad]]
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