Isaac prepares to race in the Western Pa Soapbox Derby Fun Day. Photo submitted.
Kids who are interested in soap box derby had a hands-on opportunity to learn on Saturday in Ambridge.
Western Pennsylvania Soap Box Derby hosted a free "Fun day" to give children ages 7 to 17 a chance to ride a real soap box derby car and gather information about racing.
Western Pennsylvania Soap Box Derby hosted a free "Fun day" to give children ages 7 to 17 a chance to ride a real soap box derby car and gather information about racing.
"We heard of it from Ambridge Connection on Facebook. It was really fun for our kids to experience a classic fun activity. It was nice to step out of our usual sports routine and try something new" shared Mikee "Dj Jaw" Williams.
Williams , an Ambridge graduate who currently resides in Leetsdale, brought his son Isaac to try the cars for the first time.
"He loves trying new things and he never drove a race car, but has always wanted to" said Williams.
The event went started at 14th Street at Duss Avenue. Cars race down 14th toward Merchant Street.
Because the event is for fun, they did not do any timing. Organizers with the volunteer group also provided the cars and helmets.
"This is a great event for the community to experience and learn about how the cars are made. Kudos and thank you to the organizers, for allowing us to participate, this was a fun event" added Williams.
Want to learn more about the upcoming races?
Follow Western PA Soapbox Derby on facebook at www.facebook.com/westernpasoapboxderby/
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Williams , an Ambridge graduate who currently resides in Leetsdale, brought his son Isaac to try the cars for the first time.
"He loves trying new things and he never drove a race car, but has always wanted to" said Williams.
The event went started at 14th Street at Duss Avenue. Cars race down 14th toward Merchant Street.
Because the event is for fun, they did not do any timing. Organizers with the volunteer group also provided the cars and helmets.
"This is a great event for the community to experience and learn about how the cars are made. Kudos and thank you to the organizers, for allowing us to participate, this was a fun event" added Williams.
Want to learn more about the upcoming races?
Follow Western PA Soapbox Derby on facebook at www.facebook.com/westernpasoapboxderby/
Like Ambridge Connection on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and sign up for our weekly newsletter.
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