Pinewood Derby winners announced in Syracuse

The first place in the Lion's Den category and overall winner was Nik Pawlicki (center). Second place winner was Crew Heil (left) and third place winner was Austin Scott. Photo provided.
News Release

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Cub Scout Pack 3828 held its annual Pinewood Derby Saturday at the Scout Lodge near Syracuse.

Thirty-three cars competed with Nik Pawlicki capturing the top award for the fastest car in all six divisions.

The Lion’s Den first-place winner was Nik Pawlicki followed by Crew Heil in second place and Austin Scott in third place.

Hazel Ratty raced uncontested to capture first place in the Tiger Den.

Winners in the Wolf Den were Jace Tackitt in first place with Beck Heil coming in second
followed by Ace Richcreek in third.

In the Bear Den, first place went to Kenzi Kimes with Connor Vanover capturing second place and Mason Siefert taking third.

Simon Thwaits won first place in the Webelos Den with Evan Scott placing second followed by Trent Ritter in third place.

Max Marshall captured first place in the Arrow of Light Division with Jaxon Kimes coming in
second.

For being a good sport, Liam Crance received the Pokey Award for the slowest car which he
accepted in good humor.

The Syracuse Cub Scout Pack 3828 meets 6 p.m. every Monday at Saint Andrew’s United
Methodist Church at 1413 N. Long Drive in Syracuse.

Boys and girls in grades kindergarten through fifth grade are eligible to join. For more information, contact Cub Master Trevor Ritter at 574-377-6177 or rittert14@gmail.com.