The Morton girls basketball team surged to the top of the leaderboard at the Morton Loggers Jubilee Bed Races on Saturday, August 8, edging out a field that included cheer squads, cross‑country runners and actors from the Roxy Theatre.
A Competition of Community Talent
Racing through a series of whimsical challenges, the athletes faced off against the AI Bandits, White Pass High School cheerleaders and the Mill Town Smokehouse cross‑country squad, each heat blending sport with spectacle.
Key contributors such as Cayden Cefranz, Chevy Fuller, Ryelin Wiedenmann and Layna Sama helped steer the team through the final stretch, their efforts culminating in a narrow victory over the AI Bandits in the quarterfinal showdown.
Celebration on the Sidelines
The triumph was met with cheers from spectators and a heartfelt high‑five from a local police officer, underscoring the event’s blend of competition and community camaraderie. Following the race, the victorious players gathered for a photo opportunity, their smiles reflecting the spirit of the Loggers Jubilee, a tradition that brings together residents, athletes and local performers each summer.