Passing the baton

Rev. Alex Hoffmeyer
Aug 7, 2025
2 min read

In a relay race there are a lot of important parts. The starter needs to be fast to create a good lead. The anchor needs to be ready to make up lost ground. But every runner must focus on the same thing: passing the baton. In a relay, runners must learn to match strides so they can quickly and smoothly take over and keep running toward victory.

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