Pinewood Derby leads to trophy

Miles joined Boy Scouts in January this year, specifically so he could race in the Pinewood Derby that he's heard about from friends.
My boss at work used to be a big Pinewood Derby guys, having two kids who were boy scouts as well. I think combined I've had at least 15 hours of pure Pinewood Derby car building instruction from him over a three month period. Where the weight needs to be distributed, how the nails need to be filed near the head, how to put BB's in to add weight and get it to EXACTLY five ounces...His boys cars were, afterall, first place trophy winners every year. He was so intent on giving me these instructions I felt a little nervous, like I would let him down if Miles didn't win. "Make sure you have your husband call me with any questions!", he would say after each Pinewood Derby instructional.
So, I pawned the job off on Jon. He doesn't spend a lot of time with Miles..and well, he's his dad..so isn't it really his job anyways? And I did pass off my boss' phone number and all the notes I had mentally jotted down from the boss... specifically THE MOST crucial rule...Keep the weight distributed between the wheels!!!
Finally they ended up one weekend carving the shape of the car. It was basically very skinny triangle, barely a 45 degree angle. The worst part was the weight was So not evenly distributed between the wheels (mostly chunk in the trunk). I was a little disappointed they didn't follow the rules I laid out for them, I knew they wouldn't, they couldn't possibly win! But, at least it would be a good experience.
I even commented, "Miles, you probably won't place this year, but it will be a good learning experience for NEXT year"
So they finish the car, freshly and simply painted Green and white (gotta represent MSU), and off we go to the Pinewood Derby. Miles' car took 2nd place, and he got a trophy. What did I know?!, and what did my boss know?!. Miles sure proved us both wrong. So proud of you Miles!! Trophy or not, you will always be a winner in my eyes!