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Omar Gaither 2nd Annual Sportsfest a Huge Success!

Charlotte, NC.  This spring, more than 400 residents had the opportunity to join local sports celebrity and Philadelphia Eagles LB, Omar Gaither and other sports celebrities in hosting the 2nd Annual Omar Gaither Sporstfest at Myers Park High School.

The Sportsfest consisted of a 1.5 mile fun run and a free football and cheerleading camp.  Local youngsters were provided with the opportunity to mix, mingle, and learn valuable insights from some NFL players in regards to what it takes to be successful in school, sports and life. Each participant also received excellent instructions from the HS coaching staff and also had the opportunity to get autographs from Omar and some of his NFL friends.

Jason Allen, Miami Dolphins
Marvin Mitchell, New Orleans Saints

Winners of the 1.5 Mile Fun Run:
1st /2nd Grade:  Zane Shockley, Selwyn Elem, 16:36
3rd/4th Grade: Zach Otto, Greenwood Park Elem, 13:35
5th/6th Grade: DJ Miller, Coulwood Elem, 13.10

 

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