By PARKES ATHLETICS

As the athletes stand in the shed on Saturday morning at 7am, with a cool breeze at their backs, anticipation is high for the start of the inaugural Parkes Athletic (PA) Games.

The briefing is quick but crucial, with the organisers outlining the day’s schedule, the requirements for each event and the scoring process.

More than 80 athletes and 20 volunteers disperse to prepare for the first events.

It is clear this event will be a mix of competition and camaraderie.

The five events for the day consist of stationary skiing, running, tyre flips, athletic movements, olympic style weightlifting, gymnastic movements and high aerobic output.

The crowd of athletes and local supporters cheers' echo as athletes in each event and category push themselves throughout the day to their limits, fuelled by adrenaline.

By the time the last event finishes late in the day, the athletes have tested their physical capabilities, are thoroughly exhausted yet completely euphoric.

A huge congratulations to all the teams for their incredible performances and sportsmanship.

Special shout-outs to the podium winners in each category — your hard work and dedication truly shone.

The PA Games were a fantastic showcase of talent, teamwork, and community spirit.

PA would like to thank each of the key sponsors such as The Worklocker, Littles Power, Standen Building , Specialized plumbing and excavation, Yakka solutions, EM earthmoving, Laura Jelbart Photography and other organisations such as the Parkes Shire Council.

We can't wait to hold an even bigger and better event and look forward to seeing everyone again next year!