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The Iowa High School Track and Field State Meet kicks off this Thursday in Des Moines at Drake Stadium. Athletes from various schools are prepared to compete, with defending champions and rising stars making headlines. Ankeny’s Logan Fairchild stands out as a top sprinter, while numerous teams are in contention for the championship across multiple classes. With exciting matchups expected, this year’s meet promises to deliver thrilling performances and fierce competition.

Excitement Peaks in Des Moines for Iowa High School Track and Field State Meet 2025

The stage is set in Des Moines as the highly anticipated Iowa High School Track and Field State Meet kicks off this Thursday at Drake Stadium. The competition will run from 9 a.m. all the way through Saturday, showcasing talented young athletes eager to make their mark on the track.

Defending Champions and Top Sprinters

One of the standout competitors this year is Logan Fairchild from Ankeny, who is all geared up to defend his title in the fiercely competitive 100-meter event. And it doesn’t stop there! He’s also the top seed in the 200-meter event, ready to electrify the crowd. Fairchild, along with teammate Tyler Sickerson, is expected to lead Ankeny’s sprint relays, making them a formidable force in the races.

Meanwhile, another Ankeny athlete, Ethan Zuber, is generating buzz as he holds a top-five seed in three distance events. This impressive range makes him one to watch closely as the excitement unfolds over the weekend.

Distance Runners and Field Event Superstars

The competition in the distance events is heating up as well. From West Des Moines Dowling, Owen Wolfe and Jacob Fiori are the front-runners in the 1,600-meter run, aiming to bring home some medals. While in the field events, Iowa City West’s Colin Whitters is favored to dominate in throwing events, and let’s not overlook Ryan Bartels from Cedar Rapids Kennedy, who leads in the high hurdles and can certainly shake things up.

Reigning Champions from Cedar Rapids Prairie

Cedar Rapids Prairie is also a team to watch closely with two reigning state champions: Quinton Alexander in the 110 hurdles and T.Y. Pour in the long jump. Their past successes suggest that they’re ready to take on the competition head first. The competition is fierce, especially with projected team points showing that Ankeny is likely to score around 68 points and has their eyes on repeating as 4A champions.

Projected Team Leaders for 4A

Looking at the team projections, Waukee Northwest is currently leading with an impressive expectation of 71 points. Behind Ankeny, other strong competitors include West Des Moines Dowling with a projection of 56 points and Iowa City West, expecting to score around 54 points. Cedar Falls joins the fray with a projected score of 49 points, making the point race an intriguing aspect to watch in this year’s meet.

The Class 3A Showdown

In the 3A category, Western Dubuque looks set to maintain their reputation after narrowly clinching the championship last year against Pella. They’re expected to score 50 points, while Grundy Center is projected to come close with 59 points. Also watching the competition are Denver and Treynor with expectations around 55 and 49 points respectively.

Class 1A Teams Competing for Glory

Meanwhile, in the 1A category, Lisbon is favored to take top honors, expected to score around 69 points. Senior Tiernan Boots from Lisbon stands out as the top seed in the 100-meter dash and is set to contribute significantly in the sprint relays. The competition for second place is anticipated to be fierce, with as many as ten teams vying for the next spots on the leaderboard!

With this blend of talent and potential, the Iowa High School Track and Field State Meet is sure to be an electrifying event filled with heart-pounding moments. Athletes are primed and ready to take the stage, and it’s anyone’s guess who will come away with the top honors this year. So lace up those running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable weekend!

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