FIS at the 24h Race – The (Almost) Live Stream
We are happy to report that all FIS students and staff returned in one piece from the 24-hour race despite facing some "major" difficulties: the tiredness and the cold, of course, but mainly the invasion of snacks and some late night visits from the wild.
Below, enjoy our reporters' exclusive online chat during these 24 hours to discover all the details of how the entire FIS team overcame this challenge.
Spoiler: Games, smiles and good spirit were at the Peak ...
Mark Williams at 10:37AM (23 Nov) :
No words. Just action. At the Peak. The day has started well with all teams off and competing
Helen Marshall at 2.28PM (23 Nov) :
It’s all happening here!
Students trying to sleep !
Pauline Hall at 2:36PM (23 Nov) :
Dolly Parton karaoke!
VP’s bring survival kit: candy, banana loaf, tissues and toilet paper.
Pauline Hall at 2:44PM (23 Nov) :
Drinking tea/coffee watching the kids play Mario Kart in between laps.
Pauline Hall at 2:46 PM (23 Nov) :
Some y12’s just got back from buying lunch: McDonalds… running fuel.
The rain has started - a little. It’s a bit chilly too so some are starting to snuggle up in their sleeping bags.
Pauline Hall at 2:50PM (23 Nov) :
Ines and Erwann ready to run next.
Our next runners are off.
Helen Marshall at 3:19PM (23 Nov) :
All in good spirits
Pauline Hall at 3:49PM (23 Nov):
FIS doing limbo and Adrian making it to the last 4!
Nicholas Day at 5PM (23 Nov):
Keeping themselves entertained. Playing slaps ...
... and napping zzz
Georgina Boost at 6:50PM (23 Nov):
The very much needed meal of athletes.. Maccas!!
Playing a competitive tournament of "BOOGER"
Georgina Boost at 7:40PM (23 Nov):
Torches required for the night-time shift..
A word from Stop the Traffik
Still feeling energetic 11hrs in..
Georgina Boost at 9:35PM (23 Nov):
The notorious Boarzilla..
Katie Moran at 11.59PM (23nov):
FIS is going strong!!
Paul Stanley at 1:05AM (24 Nov):
Some showers at the peak for the last 30 mins! Most students are getting some rest and trying to stay dry! A few runners have been caught in the rain! Students are doing really well and are in good spirits!
Drew Wilson at 2:16AM (24 Nov):
Most asleep at 2am, but then a porcupine turned up
Drew Wilson at 2:29AM (24 Nov):
The moon has waned but the snacks are on the rise
Paul Stanley at 2:33AM (24 Nov):
Eva’s Dad Grant popped out to do a lap with her after his shift!
Drew Wilson at 2:54AM (24 Nov):
We've had the hot chocolate. It's raining.
So wonton is next. It's a battle between the salty and the sweet.
Time for a horror movie
Meng Ngee Wang at 4:29AM (24 Nov):
It's getting cold
Brave lads and ladies !
Drew Wilson at 6:05AM (24 Nov):
6am and time for a cup of tea. It's so cold
Drew Wilson at 7:08AM (24 Nov):
Time to tidy up.
Leadership of the tidy up committee
Drew Wilson at 7:40AM (24 Nov):
** Pleeeaaase, let us go home !!!!**
