Double the thrills and excitement! Borrowed-Item Race prompts

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The classic event at sports festivals is the borrowing race, where you quickly find the specified item and head for the goal.

A variation called the “Borrow-a-Person Race,” which changes what you borrow from “things” to “people,” has been gaining popularity at sports festivals.

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended prompts for the Borrow-a-Person Race!

If you’re thinking, “I want to try it, but I don’t know what prompts to use,” or “I want funny ideas,” please use the prompts we introduce here as a reference.

The Borrow-a-Person Race involves even more interaction with others than the traditional borrowing race, making it perfect for deepening bonds with teammates and engaging with members of the community!

Unusual Varieties (1–10)

People who have 〇 or more siblings

A topic about family! Here are ideas for people who have at least X siblings.

This theme shines a spotlight on those with siblings.

For the “X,” it’s a good idea to use the average number of siblings at your school.

Alternatively, using a larger number could include teachers, guardians, and community members, which might make it more exciting.

By featuring a family-related topic, it could become a memorable experience for the nominee and their family.

Definitely consider incorporating it!

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A person on Team Kinoko no Yama (a Kinoko no Yama fan)

A sweets-themed prompt! Here are ideas from people on Team Kinoko no Yama.

The ‘Kinoko no Yama vs.

Takenoko no Sato’ debate often trends on social media and in the media.

It’s a theme that’s sure to get the crowd excited at a sports day where everyone from kids to adults takes part.

This time, let’s look for people on Team Kinoko no Yama! Since it’s a unique prompt likely to attract many volunteers, the students participating in the race should be able to reach the finish line quickly! It’s a perfect idea for those looking for a humorous prompt.

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People whose birthday is today

Let’s all send our congratulations! Here are some ideas for people celebrating a birthday today.

Some of you might even have your birthday on the day of a school sports festival.

Why not create an unforgettable memory through this event? It’s great that the idea works for a wide range of ages, from children to adults.

Draw a prompt, and for those who volunteer, it would be nice to share your “Congratulations!” through a microphone so your feelings come across.

It’s a happy, memorable, and wonderful idea.

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a twin

Let’s look for famous twins in the community! Here’s an idea centered on twins.

There might even be twin students at your school.

Try incorporating a theme that puts the spotlight on those twin students.

If there aren’t any students who fit, expanding the focus to teachers or parents might lead to unexpected discoveries.

If there are students everyone instantly recognizes as “those twins,” it could really energize things.

It’s an idea that could add memorable moments to your sports day.

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People who are the eldest son or eldest daughter

A topic that gets students excited! Here are ideas for those who are the eldest son or daughter.

Topics about siblings are easy for students to relate to, so they’re likely to be engaging.

This time, let’s try using the prompt “people who are the eldest son or daughter.” In recent years, there may be fewer students with siblings, but it will be easier for students to understand if you set clear guidelines on whether only children are included.

It’s a wonderful idea that puts the spotlight on eldest sons and daughters.

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In conclusion

For those looking for themes for a “borrowed person” race, we’ve provided a wide variety of ideas.

From simple prompts that are easy to understand at a glance to challenging ones where you can’t find the target person without communicating, there were all sorts of suggestions.

Let’s make it a fun borrowed-person race where you can cooperate with people around you and enjoy the thrill and excitement!