Alice Springs Masters Games 2010 – Opening Parade
“THE FRIENDLY GAMES – IT’S ALL ABOUT FUN” – GAMES MOTTO
The concept of “Masters Games” always conjured up an image for me of a few old codgers shuffling around a running track, with a St John’s Ambulance team waiting anxiously at the finish line.
Before I’m lynched by some spritely mob, let me set the record straight. There’s far more than athletics on offer here at the 12th Masters Games in Alice Springs.
And let me quickly add…..I’ve never seen a bunch of happier, healthier and more animated people in my life. I must also confess that I am well and truly beyond the minimum entry age of 35. So there.
We went into town yesterday to watch the Opening Parade for the games as it passed along the famous Todd Mall of Alice Springs. As you can see from the photos, the parade was anything but serious, and everyone had a great time. I’ve never before captured so many photos of spontaneously happy, alive people.
The parade was followed by a fireworks display and free open air concert featuring masters from a different field - music – including Ross Wilson, James Reyne, Mark Seymour and Wendy Matthews.
The sporting events are held over the coming week. By all accounts just as much energy is put into the activities off the sporting arenas.
The Masters Games are truly a celebration of life!
Peter
October 2010
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