Like anything else preparation is a key to victory.

• Wear non-descript clothing when traveling.

• Use the buddy system at airports, hotels, and venues for watching personal items (luggage, equipment, etc.).

• Keep valuable items in a hotel safety deposit box. Never leave items unattended, including practice sites.

• Carry small amounts of currency, but consider carrying around $10 for buying off muggers. Do not put up resistance against robbers who may resort to violence.

• Be cautious in providing information to strangers (i.e. where you are staying, eating, time schedules, practices, etc.)

• Be aware of suspicious persons and bring them to the attention of the Team Leader or Coaches. Report thefts immediately to your Team Leader or Coaches.

• Do not post schedules, name lists, room assignments in places accessible to the public. This includes locker rooms at practice sites, venues, or hotel in-house television that lists meetings, etc. Do not leave this information in your hotel room or locker where it could be taken.

• Use caution when discarding schedules, name lists, room assignments. Trash containers can be an excellent source of information. SHRED IT OR REGRET IT!

• Lock your room when leaving, but leave the lights, radio, or television on.

• Do not walk alone at night or venture into unknown areas. Wear non-descript clothing when in questionable areas. Do not display money, personal documents or luxury items such as cameras.

• Do not consult maps in public; this makes you an obvious target for pickpockets and muggers.

• Do not open unidentified or suspicious packages or letters. Notify your Team Leader or Coaches. This includes any personal mail and unusual e-mails.

• BE AWARE.... BE LOW-KEY... BE UNPREDICTABLE