Ground Zero Athletics on the Platform

We "finally" got this picture from the professional photographer at the Junior Olympics. I wish I knew how Caleb and the other boys must have felt standing on that platform and receiving those “GOLD” medals. I’m sure it is a feeling they will never forget.

Caleb on "The Zone" on 103.7 The Buzz

Wednesday, August 6th, Caleb did an interview on "The Zone" on 103.7 The Buzz. Justin, Joe & Pat interviewed Caleb & Jay Jay about the AAU Junior Olympics National Track & Field meet in Detroit, MI. Caleb did well and we were able to get a "clip" from the radio show. They asked him a lot about being fast and passionate about sports. They asked him which sport he wants to do in college - he said "Football". We had a blast! I was in Hog Heaven - on 103.7 The Buzz - right there where it all happens!!!!!

Coach Bobby Petrino/Arkansas Razorbacks

Carla, Caleb & I were priviliged to meet the new Coach at the University of Arkansas on June 12, 2008 at the Saline County Razorback Club Annual Banquet. Coach Petrino spent a few minutes with Caleb and encouraged him to keep working hard. I told Coach that Caleb really wants to be a Razorback - I asked him, "How do you build a relationship with you and your new staff? His reply was "Bring him to Fayetteville as much as possible" (whatever that means)! So today, I sent him a packet of information about Caleb attending Peyton Manning's Passing Academy and information about Caleb winning the "GOLD" metal. I don't expect to hear from him, but I thought he needed to see Caleb's accomplishments.

Caleb & The "Gold" Medal

Caleb returned home Sunday/August 3rd @ 10:00 am. Carla brought him by my church so everyone could congratulate him. The Pastor had him stand and they asked me to explain to the church about the Gold Medal. It was my pleasure. They left my church and went to Caleb's church. Sunday afternoon on our way to the Arkansas Twister game, we stopped by the Clinton Library and took this picture. He got LOTS of attention at the Twister game. The Twisters that know Caleb personally, were so proud of him. Sunday was an AWESOME day - a day to remember!

Caleb Thomas - AAU Junior Olympics

Caleb and his team (Ground Zero Athletics out of Dallas, TX) WON the AAU Junior Olympics National Track & Field Meet running the 100-Meter Relay Race in Detroit, MI on Saturday/August 2, 2008. They were awarded a Junior Olympic Gold Medal after the race. I am SO proud of Caleb and the other 3 boys.