We have reminders of them all in this look back at South Tyneside sports days over the years.
The Shields Gazette archives have produced some great reminders of fun times on the playing field.
But the question is …. did we get you on camera while you did your bit for your school team?
Take a look at our selection and get in touch with your own sports day memories.
1. On your marks in 2007
Who do you recognise in this scene from the 2007 Rossmere Primary School sports day? Photo: FRL
2. High times at Sacred Heart
A pupil tackles the high jump during the Sacred Heart Primary school sports day at Grayfields in 2017. Photo: Frank Reid
3. A climbing challenge in 2006
A lovely reminder of the 2006 Fens Primary School sports day. Photo: DP
4. Fun at Oscars sports day
Ready for action at the Oscars group sports day in 2005. Photo: TC
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