PARK RIDGE—In a celebration of ingenuity and creativity, the Park Ridge Police D.A.R.E. Unit proudly hosted the inaugural Park Ridge Lego Kid Masters Tournament on April 6 at the Park Ridge Elks Lodge. The event brought together nine teams of enthusiastic young builders from East Brook School, West Ridge School, and Our Lady of Mercy Academy for a day of spirited competition and imaginative construction.
Under the guidance of the D.A.R.E. unit, the tournament unfolded with a series of engaging challenges designed to put the teams’ creativity and problem-solving skills to the test. As the competition progressed, the atmosphere fairly snapped — like Legos fitting — with excitement, culminating in a tense showdown during the championship round.
Ultimately, it was the talented trio from West Ridge School— Evan, Tyler, and Gianni—who emerged victorious, capturing the audience’s hearts with their creation: a grand castle complete with a movable door and an intricately crafted horse-drawn carriage.
Officers from the unit told Pascack Press, “Their victory not only showcased their impressive building skills but also validated the foresight of Principal Kirkby, who had predicted their triumph in this fierce Lego battle.”
While West Ridge School basked in the glow of their victory, the teams from East Brook School demonstrated their own prowess, securing the second and third place positions. Edward and Lola claimed second place honors, while Jack and Lorenzo proudly took home third place, demonstrating their dedication and talent in the face of stiff competition.
Anticipation is already building for next year’s event.
The Park Ridge Police D.A.R.E. Unit thanked Elks Lodge #2234 for graciously hosting the tournament, Marc’s Deli & Pizza for their generous food donations, and the Mayor’s Wellness Committee for their support.