in it for the long run

Ammon ran track on his Jr. High team again this year. Except this year, he could participate in all the track meets instead of just the Salmon one that they limited the 6th graders to last year. It was a pretty short season, lasting only 6 weeks, between the end of March and the beginning of May. He participated in 5 track meets: one in Montana, one in Sugar City, two in Ririe (one was Districts), and one in Salmon. He ran in two events--the two longest ones: the 800 (twice around the track) and the 1600 (4x around).

He really enjoyed participating in track with his friends, practicing with them each day after school, and riding with them on the bus to the meets. There was a pack of them that ran well together. It was exciting to watch them push each other and have strong finishes! Ammon's best time in the 800 was 5:46, and his best time in the 1600 was 2:36. His best finishes were 3rd place in the 800, and 4th place in the 1600. Josh and I were able to go to 4 of the races, and it was so exciting for us to watch our son run and do so well!

In Sugar City:

In Ririe:

 

 
 In Salmon:

Good Job Ammon on another successful sports season! We are so proud of you for your determination, hard work, and effort!