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| Kids from Kermetio in Uasin Gishu takes part in Sack relays ahead of kid's athletics day. |
As the countdown to the World Kids Athletics Day intensifies, various schools are gearing up for the event with a series of exciting athletic activities. This year's theme, "Relay Around the World," inspired by the World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, is aimed at setting a new record for the largest kids' relay worldwide.
One of the schools already making strides in its preparation is The Rock Kermetio in Uasin Gishu County. Today, the school's pupils engaged in an array of fun and competitive activities, including sack relays, potato-and-spoon relays, 4x100m relays, and high jump, all of which showcased their energy and enthusiasm for the upcoming event.
In addition to these activities, the school has already seen remarkable success from some of its students, who performed exceptionally well in the 2025 Sirikwa Classic World Athletics Cross Country Tour at Lobo village in Eldoret.
Barnaba Korir, the Athletics Kenya Youth Development Director, emphasized the importance of these early preparations for the children. "We are thrilled to see schools actively participating in the Kids Athletics program," Korir said. "It's crucial to provide young athletes with the opportunity to engage in these activities as it helps develop their skills and promotes a love for sports from an early age."
Korir also highlighted Athletics Kenya’s continued commitment to supporting these schools. "To ensure that schools are fully equipped for success, we will be providing training resources and facilities to enhance the children's performance," he added. "This will not only improve their chances of success but also inspire a new generation of athletes."
As more schools join the preparations for the World Kids Athletics Day, Athletics Kenya is confident that this year’s event will be a milestone, inspiring future athletes and bringing communities together through the spirit of sport.
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