Kansas Team Stuns in Dragon Boat Win | Seattle News

In a thrilling twist, a Kansas-based team pulled off an epic win at the Olympia Dragon Boat Festival — the SLAP Dragons KC narrowly edged out the Catch-22 Hurricane team by a mere 0.02 seconds. With 43 teams competing over a 250-meter course, this year’s race showcased not just athleticism but the rich cultural roots of dragon boating, tracing back to ancient China’s tribute to poet Qu Yuan. Guided by drumbeats and powered by synchronized paddlers, the festival brought together history, community, and pure adrenaline — all while celebrating the spirit of competition and camaraderie. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/697b939fe98dac79