Hundreds of bicycles of every size and their riders from tiny tots to energetic seniors excitedly awaited the grand opening of the Gale Webb Action Sports Park, said to be the largest BMX bicycle park in California, on Nov. 5 in Menifee.However, there was no one more excited than the park’s namesake, Gale Webb, a still spry 78-year-old, who walked around the six-acre park with her sons, daughter and friends, former BMX riders themselves. She received congratulations, thanks and many, many hugs from all who met her that afternoon. For her it was more than a honor, because it fulfilled her lifelong dream and mission that, “Kids are Number One” or, Kids-R-#1, the park at the corner of Evans Road and Craig Ave. in Menifee.“I’ve been in sports all of my life,” Gale Webb said
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