Sporty youngsters in mini-Olympics

Photo: Picture by ANTHONY MILLER

Pictured are some of the primary school children who took part in the event.

BUDDING sports stars from schools across the borough competed in a Quad Kids’ competition at Chadderton Hall Park.

The boys’ and girls’ teams from nine primary schools got into groups of four and then played four different sports during a morning session.

These included a 600 metre run, 75 metre sprint, and long jumps.

In the afternoon, pupils from 11 secondary schools got together for a similar event, which included a longer run and 100 metre sprint.

The winning teams were awarded medals at the end of the two sessions.

Steve Tyrrell, competition manager, said: “The children thoroughly enjoyed themselves and the park venue was a great venue for the sports played.”