Freeman Heights Awana Grand Prix

Sparks (grades K-2) Speed trophy winners (from left to right) were Teelan Laibwij, first place; RJ Albert, third place; and Jim Langinbelik, second place.

Sparks (grades K-2) Design trophy winners (from left to right) were Iris Castillo, first place; Jim Langinbelik, second place; and Hazel Gutierrez, third place.

T&T (grades 3-6) Speed trophy winners (from left to right) were Kyler Elkar; Rubyanna Laibwij, third place; and Gabe Bransford, first place.

T&T (grades 3-6) Design trophy winners (from left to right) were KJ Stone, first place; Jakyn Jones, second place; Elanor Labwij, third place; and Dassaev Canales, fourth place.

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Freeman Heights Baptist Church hosted its twenty-third annual AWANA Pinewood Derby Grand Prix on April 8, drawing a crowd as children raced their handcrafted cars. The church’s fellowship hall was set up as a raceway with a track and race-themed décor. Kindergartners through sixth-graders competed for awards in speed and design, and organizers noted that every participant was a winner.

A racecar was also on site, provided by Marty Strough of B&S Racing, and children had the opportunity to sit in the car and imagine what it would be like to drive a racecar.

Church leaders thanked AWANA leaders, volunteers, and families for making the event possible and said the derby continues to be a highlight of the year, bringing the church together to encourage children and celebrate their hard work.