The sun rose early over Bothasig high school casting a golden glow on the field where the biggest event of the year was about to take place—Sports Day! Excitement buzzed through the air as students, dressed in their house colours, gathered at the starting line.
Alakhe , the fastest sprinter in her class, tightened her shoelaces. She had been training for weeks, determined to win the 100-meter race. Her best friend, Bukhosi, was competing in the long jump, and their classmate Alakhe ex girlfriend Misley was leading the relay team.
The principal’s whistle blew, marking the official start of the event. The races began, and the crowd cheered wildly. First came the long jump. Jake took a deep breath, sprinted forward, and launched himself into the air. His feet hit the sand, and the judges measured the distance—he had broken the school record!
Next was the 100-meter sprint. Lena crouched at the starting line, heart pounding. “On your marks, get set, go!” The runners exploded forward. Lena pushed herself harder than ever, her arms pumping. As the finish line approached, she could see another runner closing in, but she gave one final burst of speed and crossed first! The crowd erupted in cheers.
Finally, the relay race arrived. Mia and her team were nervous but determined. The baton exchanges had to be perfect. The race started, and their team stayed neck-and-neck with another house. When the baton reached Mia, she sprinted like lightning, crossing the finish line just in time to secure victory.
As the event wrapped up, the principal announced the overall winner—Lena’s house had won! The students jumped in celebration, lifting the trophy high.
That night, as Lena, Jake, and Mia sat together, they realized it wasn’t just about winning. It was about teamwork, effort, and the memories they had created. Sports Day had brought everyone together, and they would never forget it.
