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The state contest was at Portland Lutheran School in 2007, a new venue for us but a very nice facility. The first order of business is to get stretched out and warmed up:

The team routines went very well! If any body has pictures of the teams in their costumes, please send them to Debbie or put them on a CD to put up here!!!!!

After teams, the individual competition was very fun. If you got to stand on the podium, you'll find your picture here:

An important part of every State Contest is when we award the "Guiding Star Award." This year it the Oregon Baton Council voted to present it to John Chamberlain, a man who has dedicated his whole life to advancing the sport of baton. John started his baton life in Portland, and we were fortunate to have him return home to judge at this year's contest.

After all the awards were over and most of the audience had gone home, the last remaining Kellys posed for a picture with their coaches.