Reported by:
Yong Xuan Sr1ScD
Photography by:
Newsletter Club Team Photography
To foster a spirit of sports unity and teamwork, Kuen Cheng High School organized the Sports Day preliminaries at the TAR UMT Arena (an interesting outdoor skyfield arena, built on the rooftop of a sports complex) on the 4th of July 2026. The first round of the Sports Day preliminaries began at 7:30 a.m. sharp, with students arriving full of enthusiasm and excitement as they warmed up and prepared themselves before the events officially commenced.
The first event was the 800-meter relay race. Participants stretched, tied their shoelaces, and gathered confidently at the starting line with adrenaline rushing through their veins. As soon as the starting horn sounded, the race began. The runners maintained a steady pace during the opening laps before giving their all in a final sprint towards the finish line. After crossing the finish line, many runners collapsed onto the track, drenched in sweat and breathing heavily from exhaustion. The top three runners from each category were then announced and invited to receive their well-deserved awards.
(Photo 1: Students competing in the 800-meter relay race)
Next was the highly anticipated 4×100-meter relay race, one of the most thrilling events of the day. Every team displayed remarkable speed, teamwork, and determination as runners passed the baton with precision. The competition was incredibly close, with several teams racing neck and neck until the very last few meters. Cheers from teachers and classmates echoed throughout the arena, motivating the athletes to push beyond their limits. In the end, the runners still gave each other a pat on their shoulder, showcasing that they each tried their very best, making the race an unforgettable display of sportsmanship and competitive spirit.
(Photo 2: Students spectating the relay races from the stands)
The excitement continued with the challenging 4×400-meter relay race. By this point, the afternoon sun had grown increasingly intense, making the event even more physically demanding. Despite the scorching weather, every runner persevered and continued to give their best performance for their respective houses. As they completed each lap, sweat poured down their faces and signs of fatigue became more apparent. Nevertheless, encouraged by the loud cheers from the spectators, the runners found the strength to keep moving forward until they crossed the finish line. Their determination, resilience, and kept going attitude earned the admiration from everyone.
