Part of the joy of running The Stratton ABC Foundation is getting to see yet more of what goes on in Thai society. Last week was the culmination of many weeks practice at school for the children, when a major inter school running competition was held for the local schools in and around Banthi, over two days.
As Jack was in his grades running team we felt it important to go and give our support, and I was glad we did.
Held at the local Government Office grounds, it was quite an impressive event. Commitments here at Stratton House meant that we could only manage afternoons, but we got to see plenty of the excitement.
Day one was apparently ‘practice rounds, in preperation for the serious competition the next day.
There were stands and awnings erected around the outside of the sportsfield for all the different schools and their supporters.
Local vendors were also present selling a wide variety of food, drinks and toys.
Each school had an active cheering and drumming crew making plenty of noise during every race, all in all a fantastic atmosphere.
All the children taking part put their heart into it and I think winners and losers alike should all be very proud of themselves.
Our team from Jacks school did reasonably well, taking home several medals and their fair share of the Trophies at the end of the second day.
Well done everyone!!!
For lots more great photos of the event please visit our photo bucket album here.
