World Cup Short Track
Susan and I went to the Utah Olympic Oval to watch the World Cup Short Track event. It was kind of fluke that we even ended up there and just worked out perfectly that we got there early and got great seats. I have never been to an Olympic event, or Olympic like event, and it was a real joy. As they played the National Anthem I had chills running up my spine. I looked around the oval and you could see flags from all around the world and I swelled with pride for this country and for being an American. There aren't very many feelings like this and I was so proud to stand there with my hand over my heart as the National Anthem played. Amazing.
The races were fantastic to watch and I have even more admiration for these athletes. Being right against the ice really lets you know how fast they are really skating. These were the 500 and 1,000 meter short track. Ya fast! I was excited to see Apolo Anton Ohno, especially after watching him during the Olympics. He ended up winning the gold medal in the 1,000. America as a whole did not fair that well, but I was still so proud of them. The Korean's were incredible and there were two world records set today.
I had a ton of photos and only put up about 28. I would have loved to have shown more, but I feel it may take too much time to load. I didn't put any captions by them either. I hope you enjoy the photos.
posted by kirksample at
9:50 PM
6 Comments:
Thank you Kirk!
Excellent, clear, action photos that give a real sense of the excitement of short track speed skating. As an Apolo fan, I loved that you captured his amazing balance and concentration when "in the zone". Please post more from the World Cup. Again, much thanks.
Thank you, Kirk!
I love your camera. Your shots were so clear and beautiful!
You even got a picture of SusanG and the Apolo sign! That's so awesome!
Thanks again!
I hope you had lots of fun!
Awesome photos!
I was in one pic of the girls holding the flags. Thanks for posting that.
Man I'm bummed. I wanted to go to this so bad and forgot about it. It looks like you guys had fun and talk about amazing pictures!
I feel the same way about our country, flag, and national anthem! I still get emotional each time we sing the anthem.
Thanks for sharing!
One again dear, you ROCK! Nice job! Now go and sell those puppies for some serious cash!
Such awesome photos, Kirk. Thank you for sharing.
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