An athletics competition dedicated to Kazakhstan’s Independence Day was held in Ridder
From December 5 to 6, the sports module in the city of Ridder hosted the open athletics championship of the KSU “Youth Sports School,” dedicated to the Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Athletes from various sports schools took part in the competition — from the youngest participants born in 2015 to teenagers born in 2009. The event aimed to foster patriotism among young people, promote a healthy lifestyle, and popularize athletics.The organization and management of the competition were provided by the judging panel of the KSU “Youth Sports School” of Ridder, led by Chief Judge E.A. Podkorytov. Young athletes competed in individual events. The older age groups ran distances of 400 and 1500 meters, while the younger groups competed in 300 and 1000 meters.Following the results of the championship, winners and prize-holders were awarded diplomas of various degrees and sweet gifts.