Speedy Whitney

The other day at school Whitney's class ran the 50 yard dash. Whitney was the fastest girl in the 5th grade (only one boy was faster). 4 of the local schools in the area were having a combined track meet today and she wanted to go. Chris is opposed to any kind of competition but he managed to support her in this desire.

The events were the long jump, discus, hurdles and relay races. She came in second in the hurdles! I was disappointed that they didn't have sprints. Because that is what she seems to like best.

Racing in the hurdles.

Running the relay race. Chris was helping out at the discus event with the 6th grade boys. He said all the boys were really embarrassed for this boy because he was losing to a girl. Chris informed them that she was his daughter and would kick all of their butts too!

This cute girl, Brianna, was the only other girl from Whitney's grade and school to show up. Chris and I overheard her telling Whitney that all the other girls said that Whitney was just too fast so they weren't coming. Which really was too bad because the meet was more of a chance to try new things than anything else. Chris gave them both detailed instructions and demostrations on how to throw the discus. And Brianna took first place in the discus event! We are proud of Whitney for not being afraid to try new things and giving it her all!!!! Is there anything this girl can't do?!?

Chris sharing his expertise and wisdom.

Some high school kids were supposed to come and run the discus event but they were late. Chris volunteered to run that event until they showed up. The high school boys were impressed with his coaching skills. =)