Tongan Olympics ... Aka Sports Day final

This past week was finally the big sports day! Where all the schools on Tongatapu ( 9 districts) got together and competed in a track and field day. Classes 4-6 participated, and the kids had a lot of fun!

We we're team Hihifo 1!

Practicing for the long jump.

Girls weaving the long grass to pass the time.

Hihifo ki ai!

Started sports day with a march of all the schools around the field , a prayers, and song to kick off the 2 day event at Teufaiva stadium in town.

Polinsia and Sefo my host brother and cousin came to watch!

Overall all our district won 4 or 5 medals ( silvers and bronzes) and two of the girls won bronze from my school!