Dads compete for 'Fiercest Father' mantle at Medieval Times
Dads did their darndest to be the "Fiercest Fathers" and win the approval of Queen Maria Isabella on Thursday as Medieval Times in Schaumburg hosted a special contest.
About 25 Chicago-area dads competed in series of 11th-century inspired tests of skill and perseverance, including javelin tossing, archery, lance lunging and queen curtsies.
All who successfully completed the circuit were officially knighted "Fiercest Fathers" by the queen and received a free family four-pack of tickets to a Medieval Times performance over Father's Day weekend.
Actor Shawn Block was the master of ceremonies Thursday as about 25 Chicago-area fathers participated in the "Fiercest Fathers" contest at Medieval Times in Schaumburg.
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Jason Heaver of Elgin throws a spear Thursday as takes part in the "Fiercest Fathers" competition at Medieval Times in Schaumburg.
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Raymond Eng of South Elgin tries to hit a ring with a jousting lance Thursday during the "Fiercest Fathers" contest at Medieval Times in Schaumburg.
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Dads learn swordsmanship Thursday during the "Fiercest Fathers" competition at Medieval Times in Schaumburg.
Steve Lundy/slundy@dailyherald.com
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