Zachary's Troubles

• Brandon McManus, Grade 6
• Short Story
• 2015

"Hey Zachary!" Brad shouted from behind Zachary "Yes!" Zachary replied "Have you heard of this new competition, the running competition!" Brad shouted back "Yes! I have entered" Zachary said "Cool I will watch you!" "Thanks Brad!" Zachary said back.
(The Day Before The Competition Day)
"I can't believe I sprained my ankle. It really hurts!" "AHHH it hurts really really bad!!" Zachary Shouted to his Mum "It's OK Zachary, calm down please" Zachary's Mum said peacefully
(The Competition Day)
"Year six boys to the starting line!" said the announcer. "It is too late now Brad" Zachary said to Brad "come on Zachary you can do it. now GO!" Brad whispered to Zachary. Zachary walks up to the line.
"3.2.1. GO!!" "OK Steve is off to a great start with Riley not far behind, but Zachary is far behind everyone, wait, wait Zachary is stumbling, Ouch Zachary just face planted. We need an ambulance. This kid needs help, and Steve just crossed the line good job Steve!" said the announcer!
The end!