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As Minnesota’s high school track and field athletes prepare for the state championship qualifiers, excitement builds within the community. With record-breaking performances from athletes like Myles Woods and Ava Phrakonkham, teams are eager to showcase their talent at the section meets leading up to the prestigious state meet in June. The dedication and hard work displayed by these young athletes promise thrilling competitions ahead.

Excitement Builds in Minnesota as Top High School Track Athletes Prepare for State Championship Qualifiers

As we edge closer to the state meet qualifications, the air is buzzing with excitement in Minnesota! Spring has fully sprung, and high school track and field teams are in full swing, ready to compete at the section meets. It’s an exhilarating time for these talented athletes as they aim for a spot in the prestigious state meet scheduled for June 10-12 at St. Michael-Albertville.

Record-Setting Performances This Season

Let’s take a moment to dive into some of the standout performances from this season. Chanhassen’s senior, Myles Woods, has been lighting up the track with a jaw-dropping personal best of 10.59 seconds in the 100m, which also stands as a new school record. How’s that for motivation?

Then there’s Zak Walker from Moorhead, a sophomore who has made waves with his 200 meters record of 21.42 seconds. It’s impressive to think that he also represented his school in the long jump at state last season.

Henry Risser from Hopkins has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, winning the 2024 Class 3A 800 state title and becoming quite the Wisconsin recruit! His times of 47.19 seconds in the 400m and 800m are now the talk of the town.

Hurdles and Relays: A Display of Speed and Teamwork

On the hurdle scene, Joshua Kyei-Baffour from Rochester Century has made waves with a phenomenal time of 13.75 seconds in the 110 hurdles as he prepares for his next steps at North Dakota State. Meanwhile, Michael Seifu, a senior at Cretin-Derham Hall, looks set to shake things up again with his impressive 37.88-second finish, having already snagged a seventh-place at the Class 3A state meet last year.

As for relays, there’s a thrilling competition among the teams. The Chanhassen boys’ 4×200 relay team, featuring Zadok Dodoo and Coleman Zielinski, clocked a stunning state-best time of 41.66 seconds. Not to be outdone, the Hastings boys’ relay team of Jack Cloutier, Gunner Hanstad, Sebastian Strauss, and Lane Hoffman set an equally impressive benchmark at 1:27.81.

Adding to the excitement, Hastings also stands proudly with the top time in the 4×400 relay, finishing at 3:19.14. With Cloutier, Strauss, Hanstad, and Johnathan Vickney on the track, it’s a sight not to miss!

Female Athletes Making Their Mark

It’s not all about the lads, of course! Ava Phrakonkham from Bagley/Fosston has made quite an impression with a state-best 100m time of 11.80 seconds, committing to North Dakota for the coming years. Not far behind, Emma Kvant has proven herself as a fierce competitor at St. Michael-Albertville, holding state-best times in both the 200m and 400m at 24.43 seconds and 53.79 seconds, respectively.

The hurdles haven’t been without their fair share of drama, either. Eva Welsch from Lakeville South took top honors at the Class 3A, Section 1 True Team meet with a stellar personal-best of 14.53 seconds in the 100 hurdles.

Class 2A Heroes and Stunning Talents

Let’s not forget the up-and-coming stars either! Adaylia Borgmeier from Mankato East has been sweeping titles with her impressive times in the 100m, 200m, and 400m. She dominated these events last spring, showcasing talent beyond her sophomore years.

Adding more excitement to the relays, Moorhead’s 4×100 team—comprised of Audrey Janich, Cipriana Jones, Kaityn Walthers, and eighth-grader Quinn Erickson—set the bar high with a state-best time of 47.77 seconds. Meanwhile, Prior Lake’s 4×400 team, featuring Annabel McCann, Layla Vennink, Delaney Holz, and Isabelle Reinders, is determined to defend their title after clocking in at 3:54.79.

Looking Ahead

With all these incredible performances, anticipation is mounting as athletes gear up for the state championship qualifiers. It’s truly inspiring to witness the dedication and talent these young athletes display, gearing towards the ultimate goal of competing on the grand stage of the state meet. Each passing day brings more excitement, and we can’t wait to see who will shine the brightest!

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