by Caitlyn Lancaster and Tyler GibbonsPocatello, Idaho- Throw1Deep, a throwing club from Marietta, Georgia, dominated the winner’s circle in the boys’ and girls’ weight throw at the 31st Simplot Games.
On the girls’ side, Lauren Chambers claimed first place with a distance of 56’ 5 ½”.
“I wanted to break the record, but it’s still a win,” says Chambers, who was aiming for the national record of 61’ 3”.
Davis Fraker claimed the boys’ title with a 71’ 8 ¼” mark as his teammates Nabel Mubarak and Miles Freberg took home second and third.
“I enjoy putting on a show,” confessed Fraker. “We have a fun, great team atmosphere. We cheer each other on and help one another out.”
Lauren Chambers competes in the weight throw at Simplot Games.
photo by Mike Roberts
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