The competition was fierce. I saw outstanding athletes. A few of the competitors made their event look so easy. I was truly impressed with the skill. One of my favorite events is sprints. You see incredible concentration. Sprinters appear to me to have different styles when they run. I think most of them could run through a brick wall. The hurdle competition is different; I think it is a very graceful event.
Perhaps what amazed me more were the kids that gave it their best no matter what the odds. They participated because they either supported the team and/or truly love the sport. Those are the kids that I admire the most. You see the concentration in their faces and the will to continue. I suspect those kids will be very successful in life.
Unfortunately, I also witnessed a few sad moments. In a couple of races a competitor fell down. In KY if you cause a false start, you are automatically disqualified. That must be gut wrenching. You practice and work all year to get to this point and in a couple of seconds, you cannot compete.
The pic below is my son competing in the 800 meter relay. The head winds were fierce during this part of the day. I was at the same level taking pics and it was strong wind. He is part of a good team. In fact, his high school placed 3rd. He did well.
Finally, as I watched these kids compete I saw numerous examples of perseverance. It is easy to do something you are really good at; it is different when you really have to work at it. But, I have found that those who work at it have a greater personal reward. All of these kids should be very proud that they made it to state.
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