The children of the Stoney Ground, Caul's Bottom and The Quarter area were treated to a day of fun and friendly sporting competition on Saturday August 22nd 2009. Sunset Homes, a Property Development firm in Anguilla, sponsored its seventh annual event of this kind on its office grounds located in Stoney Ground. Races for each age category included sack races, lime and spoon race, flat races, relays, tug-of-war and more.

The Sunset Homes Cauls Pond, Stoney Ground Family

This event comes out of an active cooperation within the community, reminiscent of traditional communal activities, where villagers come together to work on select projects. Members of the community in the area prepare for this event.

Children anticipate the start of the potato race

The event aims to encourage community spirit and to provide a stimulating, productive activity for the children where they can win educational prizes just in time for the re-opening of school. All children in attendance (numbering about 100) received back to school items and goodie bags, outstanding athletes received special prizes and the male and female valedictorians received US$50 each.

Tug-o-war in action

Young Megan Bardouille, competing in the Under Nine category, captured the title of Valedictorian (Female) and Damien Gumbs aged 14 years, a student of ALHCS, ran away with the Valedictorian (Male) spot.

The lime and spoon race

Appreciation goes out to all those who gave so generously of their time and resources: The Royal Anguilla Police Force, Sports Director Alfred “Allie” Douglas, Chief Coordinators Joan Johnson and Alma Gumbs, Master of Ceremonies Pastor Bernard Joseph, Sheila Connor and members of the Sunset Homes staff.

Neighbourhood children in hola hoop action

Special mention must be made of the very generous donation made by Joseph Williams and Kathleen Rogers who sent a wonderful array of special educational gifts and supplies for the children. These two persons are Anguillians living in the US who continue to contribute back to the children of this community through various programs and events.

"Sugar George" presents certificate to Meagan

Stellar support was received from supporting sponsors including Daddy Harrigan, Watson Hodge/Caracasbaii, Merchant’s Market, Summit Chambers, Jasmin Garraway, Aronel, Lawrence “Big Time” Hodge, Dennis Lloyd and Lifestyle Café.
- Press Release

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