NATIONAL PIONEERING COMPETITION / Sunday, February 11, 2007
Dear Oneida Gang,
10th February was the big day which the cubs had been training for. We took part in the 3-2-1 flagpole event and Chariot Race, which was definitely a test of one's adroitness, speed, skills and combative prowess! Our cubs had undergone intensive training for the past two Saturdays and were geared up for the first national event of the year at Bishan Park.
These pictures were taken during the cubs' training at East Spring Secondary under the guidance of Mr Faris and Mr Basheer and team. The cubs managed to build solid, aesthetically-pleasing structures after many attempts and practice (and at the same time having loads of fun! Oh well, boys will all be boys!)
Oneida cubs during their training session at ESS.
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And...finally, the big day!
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Our school did not manage to qualify for the finals but it was worth it! It was essentially the exposure, bonding and team spirit that prevailed through the day. From the look on their faces, I could see the sense of accomplishment the boys felt. Eventhough there were tears, the boys put up a brave fight and displayed upmost showmanship! The true spirit of an ONEIDA cub!
After an entire day in the sun, the boys went home exhausted and fulfilled! Lets give a shout to ONEIDA!
And finally...we at East Spring Primary would not have made it without...
MR FARIS FONG @ FREE SPIRIT!
Many thanks to your dedication and unrelentless support for our cubs! Your contribution and efforts in helping us to prepare for the National Pioneering Competition as well as guiding our cubs through the event is greatly appreciated! On behalf of Mdm Azah, Mdm Shikin & myself, I thank you indeed.
- posted by Miss Farhana
free spirit
10:19 AM