Children across the state competed Feb. 24 in the inaugural State Ninja Games at the IMMI Conference Center in Westfield. More than 100 participants represented 15 gyms. Brenna Ramsey competes in a Ninja course. (Photos by Ben Stout)

Leona Stanton and Tab Stanton drove two hours to visit Westfield and cheer on their favorite ninja, Evelynn "Galaxy Girl" Umbach.

Lavonne Harrod attends Westfield’s inaugural State Ninja Games.

Sylas Van Hackett runs through the ninja course.