Harrison's First Track Meet

Harrison ran in his first track meet as a member of the JV Northgate Track team. He ran two events--the 1600 m (1 mile) and the 3200 m (2 miles). He was pretty nervous this morning, especially about the 3200m race. He has never been able to run 2 miles without stopping to walk. This was going to be a real test.

He did beautifully in both races. He finished the 1600m (4 laps around the track) in 6 minutes 27 seconds. The boys and girls both ran at the same time during the 3200m race. So, he was able to run with Caroline Hanks. Since they've been competing with one another in one form or fashion since they were newborns (who can talk first, who can walk first, who can potty-train first--Caroline has always been first except for talking and that's only because Harrison is 5 months older...LOL), we were all interested to see how the race would play out. They both did exceptionally well. Harrison finished the 3200m race(8 laps around the track) in 14 minutes 48 seconds. Caroline and he stayed together for about the first 5 laps; and then, Harrison passed her. He thinks she was holding back, though; and probably could have

given him a good run for his money. You're a good friend, Caroline :c).

By the way, he never did stop and walk...another personal best.

Both times were personal bests for Harrison. His next meet is next Thursday. We can't wait to see what he does next time.