We started a new tradition at Sandstone Place on Friday night. Nearly 50 kids came to the neighborhood for the Sandstone Olympics! Jack and Libby were among the 7 judges who coached the young athletes (in 4 age groups) to Gold, Silver and Bronze medals...
The weather really cooperated, and the parents stayed on the "Island" (for the most part) to eat and drink, and to watch their kids participate in the six main events - High Jump, Long Jump, Running Long Jump, Softball Throw, "Marathon" (once around the block) and 50-Yard Dash.
There was a traditional awards ceremony later in the evening, on the new awards platform that a neighbor built for the Olympics! The 3 older age groups received some serious "bling" for their efforts, and the young kids benefited from the colorful medals that Grandma Penne sent from D.C. Above, Luke races against his good friends Grayden and Jose in the 50-Yard Dash.
Charlotte Sparks, representing the U.S., the U.K. (and the "poor" side of Woodbury) took several medals at the Sandstone Olympics (below)!
Judge Libby organized the Bike Races around the Island, and the really impressive Obstacle Course for the younger age group (2-3-4) in the Varela's back yard. Next year... sponsors!!!
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