PHOTOS: Aiming high at the 2017 Junior Native Youth Olympics

The traditional hanging ball used in the high kick is raised with each successful roundCourtesy Rick Boots The goal of the game is to kick the ball with both feet togetherCourtesy Rick Boots Athletes use various but often similar techniques to overcome the height of the ballCourtesy Rick Boots As the ball is pulled higher, the challenge becomes more difficultCourtesy Rick Boots Some ball heights can reach upwards of 6 feet or even 8 feetCourtesy Rick Boots The height of the ball is measured and