Go Pioneers!!!

Yesterday the girls and I had the great fun of going out to Hendrix and watching my neice and nephew and their teammates run in a cross country meet. First and foremost let me say that I AM NOT a sports photographer and have A LOT to learn in that area. I also still have alot to learn about my new camera. With all of that being said, we had a great day. It was sooo hot and I couldn't believe how well these guys (and gals) were doing with the heat. It was all I could do to try to keep up with them just running from one area to another.
Anyway, here are a few pics from the day!!

Here is Tyler. He is probably at the mid-point of the race right here.

This is Jake in the background of this shot. I didn't get his time...did I mention that this is my first meet? Blonde with a camera...dangerous thing!

Here is Tyler crossing the finish line. I love how he is looking over at the clock to check his time. He ran in 22:08 which is a personal best. Great Job Tyler!!

Here are the rest of Tyler's teammates. I didn't do so well as photographer yesterday as I think I tried to wear too many hats!! I think I have a couple of other pictures of one or two of these guys running. Hopefully, next time I will have a better idea of what to expect and try not to visit and take pictures and worry about the kiddoes and the dog.........

Here is Logan and a few of her teammates during the race. I can't imagine trying to run on a course that you haven't ran before...actually I can't imagine trying to run period! Anyway, these girls were awesome today. You'll see what I mean in a minute.

This is Natalie. She was first to cross the finish line. She had her A game going today!

This is Logan and her teammate Mollie. These guys were battling it out for second and third. We are talking neck and neck right up until the last few seconds of the race.You can see where Logan really pushes to get the lead and there you have it...second and third...This is Lacey. She came in fourth....This is Shelby. She came in fifth....If you guys have been paying attention, you might have caught on to how these girls totally swept the race with all five finishes!! Awesome!! My sister tells me that is a perfect score...Not to be out done, here is Sarah battling out to the finish line...And Haley....and Samantha!!I was so proud of all of these kiddoes and it was truly an inspiration to watch. Here is Logan smiling after the race. She has a reason too. She did a great job they all did! made me want to cry and they were not even my babies!!

As you can see, it was an exciting day for everyone. I loved it and hope to go again. Maybe next time I will be better prepared and have my photographer hat on! Anyway guys...AWESOME JOB!!! You guys deserve a day off from practice.

I think we were all inspired as my oldest, Morgan wants to run more now and my sis and I have made a pact to run the St. Jude 5K in dec. Maybe if I type it for all to see I'll have to follow through with it.

Night all! have a great week!!!

Lisa :)