After being allowed to sleep in an extra hour, students rolled into the parking lot at 9 a.m. and prepared to engage in a full day of games on the field. They were welcomed by a dunk tank, an obstacle course, basketball, volleyball, and various other field games set-up on the lower field and courts.
Donning their sunscreen, athletic shoes and shorts in preparation for the sunny day, students started off the morning with a quick speech from Mr. Mike Biermann and ASB president Justin Shand.
To begin the second annual Upper School Field Day, the students cheered on the seniors while they took turns trying to dunk Dean of Students Mr. Tyler Hodges, physical education teacher Mr. Ray Robitaille, academic service counselor Mr.
James Tur and other coaches and faculty.
A competition to see which team could stuff the most members into a Laguna van followed.Students then participated in a game of knock out, a basketball game that rotates through three courts, and also a volleyball serving game with teacher targets.
“I thought it was really fun because we got to play with the upperclassmen, who were great about helping the younger students who don’t know much about the game. It was exciting because everyone was really into it,” said freshman Maddie Bonser.
Next, students navigated through an obstacle course that involved jumping rope and hurdles, crawling through hoops, and dribbling a soccer ball.
“The obstacle course was really fun, and I liked running while having to duck and dive over the obstacles,” said junior Alex Hawker.
The water balloon toss followed. “It’s all about trust – having trust in your partner,” junior Brian Miguel said regarding his water balloon toss technique.
The last activity before lunch was a game of capture the flag. “My favorite part of the day was the game of capture the flag because our competitive sides really came out,” said sophomore Margaret Lazarovits.
Following the close game of capture the flag the students filed into line for a barbecue lunch put on by the by the parents and faculty.
Students enjoyed hotdogs, burgers, chips, cookies, and lemonade during the hour-long lunch break.
To close the day, students engaged in various games of tug-a-war.
“I liked the competitiveness of tug-of-war,” said freshman Morgan Gainey.
Different classes had a chance to compete against each as well as inter-class competitions.
“The group basketball games provided a great way for students from each level to bond. Overall, field day provides an opportunity for the Laguna Blanca community to bond and share their school spirit,” said senior Justin Shand.
