Age A Number for Iran Woman Basketball Player Edna Eissaian

She is competing in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B tournament in Amman at the moment.

“For so long we have not been able to be at the tournament and I feel so happy to be able to show what we have been doing when it comes to women's basketball in my country,” stated Eissaian.

“To also be here in Amman wearing our headscarves and special uniforms on the court is very important to us also. A wait of 47 years is a long time, but playing outside of our country and expressing ourselves is very important and we are happy to have the opportunity.

“As for my age, that is just a number to me. What is most important is that I always come ready to play and show that I can do good things on the court for the team. Why worry about your age at all? The only worry should be if you are not doing what you need to do for the team,” she told FIBA.

“I really want to be part of the 3x3 team and I hope in the future it is something that will be possible. I still have so many things that I want to achieve,” Eissaian said.

“I still have so many things that I want to achieve."

For now though, the main focus for Eissaian is getting a first victory on the board and perhaps surprising everyone by grabbing a spot in the Semi-Finals if they manage to do it.