Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the first ever Nicastro Ninja Warrior event. Much like American Ninja Warrior (a popular television show for some), the Nicastro kids attempt to conquer the ninja warrior course in hopes of becoming the ultimate Nicastro Ninja Warrior. Our two contestants begin on the start platform with determination in their eyes and smiles on their faces.
Ysabella is the first competitor to attempt this course. She begins on the double rainbow ladder.
Successfully carrying on, she bravely climbs on the platform to reach her next obstacle...
... the traditional monkey bars.
It is here that we lose Ysabella in the competition, falling, unable to maintain her grip strength. In a fit of frustration and disappointment she attempts to show her strength by flipping a massive tire.
Once the excitement from Ysabella's "tantrum" dies down it is Anthony's turn to tackle the obstacle course. Breezing through the double rainbow ladder he reaches the monkey bars. Clearly, they are no threat to him as he completes this stage.
Next he quickly climbs the slippery slide to reach yet another obstacle.
With lightning speed, Anthony zips down the fire pole. We will have to go to instant replay in order to capture just how quickly and with perfect execution he completes the part of the course.
Using all of his upper arm strength and balance he carries on climbing up the single bar stairway.
Showing no fatigue, Anthony nears the end of the course. Only two more elements stand in his way of victory. The chain ladder where many competitors get tangled up...
and the curly, swirly elevator.
Carefully, he navigates the curly, swirly elevator until he makes a tentative reach for the final platform...
....Did he make it!?
Of course, he did!! Congratulations Anthony Francis for becoming the first (and probably last) Nicastro Ninja Warrior!!
Always use safety equipment and as Mommy likes to repeat,"Be Careful", little Nicastros.
Remember, you may be fearless, but Mommy's heart stops with each "daredevil" move!
