Article: "Roll The Pounds Away" Junior Skatemasters Formed With Fitness In Mind
By: Rich Brown
Globe Staff Writer
The Joplin Globe, April 13, 2006
WEBB CITY, Mo. -- Rollerskating means a lot to young Danny Callihan. You might say it's his life. "Skating has helped me lose weight and get in better shape," said the Carl Junction fifth-grader. "And anytime you come by the rink (Skateland Fun Center in Webb City) you'll probably see me there . . . except for Sunday when I'm usually home resting." Skating brought another element of happiness to the youngster's life recently when he was elected Secretary at the Webb City branch of the newly formed Junior Skatemasters. "It just inspired me so much," said Callihan, who took up the sport in the first grade. "I like speed skating and jam skating with Skatemasters."
