A relay runner from California's Long Beach Wilson High School glances at the scoreboard clock as she crosses the line. Credit: all photos by Don Bender

After being all but canceled by an ice storm last year, the Texas Relays made a triumphant return to Myers Stadium this past weekend, with magnificent weather and even better performances. Freelance photographer Don Bender was there to capture the action for the Chronicle – check out his photo gallery by clicking on this picture.

This article appears in April 4 • 2008.

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