Morton Stadium

I come here irregularly for Special Olympics training and events. And I’m always impressed by the indoor and outdoor area. It’s well maintained and especially the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. No matter where you need help they do so quickly.

Ah, Morton Stadium, or Santry Stadium as it is better known. As children, this was what we were all striving towards. If you got through enough rounds of running at the Community Games, then this was where you went to compete in the finals, where up to 8,800 people could watch you romp home to victory.
I was always knocked out in the first round, usually making everyone feel better by coming last — I was happy to do it — but my sister once made it to this hallowed ground. Unfortunately, her lace came undone and she fell, limping in to last place. The car journey home was an uncomfortable one.