29May 17

Posted: 29 May 2017

James Aitken races to the finish line!

Year 5 student, James Aitken, sprinted to first place for the 3km Junior Boy Age 8-9 Division in the Dubai Desert Road Run.  This event takes place several times a year offering a 10km and a 3km course that loops around the Dubai Sevens grounds.

James finished with a pace that can rival most elite athletes with a time of 14 minutes and 50 seconds; placing him 21st out of 146 overall in the 3 kilometer race.

Head of Primary, Ms. McCauley, congratulated James for his 1st place finish and impressive athletic endurance.

Way to go, James!

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