INDONESIA 2005
- Indonesia hosts the women’s SWATCH-FIVB World Tour for the fourth time,
including the third-stop in Bali, traditionally a mecca for tourists that
becomes one of the most inspirational places in the world on the Beach
Volleyball circuit. Arguably one of the last places on earth still to conjure
up images of mystique, peace and goodwill, Bali encompasses all the ideals of
what is volleyball. Friendly people and welcoming traditions make for a special
event in a special location. One of the most westerly of the Little Sunda
Islands, Bali is one of the nearly 13,700 islands that make up the Republic of
Indonesia, the world's largest archipelago. And it is this setting, which makes
it a tranquil yet stirring venue for the international women beach volleyballers
of today. Culture and beauty are two words tossed around frequently when
describing Bali, and the World Tour scene of Seminyak Beach fits right into the
mould. The serene setting of the golden beaches and crystal blue seas will win
over one and all. It is already a favorite with the local "ex-pat" community,
especially due to the large number of highly rated restaurants in the area and
the non-existent traffic problems. Tourists normally associate Bali with a
journey of a lifetime, the chance to absorb the local customs and traditions and
above all it's these principles. Jakarta hosted a women’s international stop in
1996 where Brazilians
Shelda Bede/Adriana
Behar defeated
Maike Friedrichsen/Danja
Musch for the title.
Timy Yudhani Rahayu has posted Indonesia's best finishes
on her home sand with ninths with
Eta Kaize (1995) and
Siti Nurjanah (2003), respectively.
Year – Bali Gold Medal /
Bali Silver Medal / Bali Bronze Medal
Bali
2005
Women's Open
Teams
