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On May 23, 2025, the Bellevue girls track team made waves at the Iowa High School Track and Field Championships by winning a silver medal in the 4×200-meter relay, ending a seven-year medal drought. The relay team, comprising four talented athletes, clocked a time of 1:46.65 and celebrated their success after Fremont Mills was disqualified. Freshman Leah Lambe is set to compete in the 100-meter final, while Kailyn Thompson grabbed an eighth-place medal in shot put, marking a significant day for Bellevue athletics.

Bellevue Girls Track Team Shines at 2025 Iowa High School Track Championships!

What an amazing day for the students and community of Bellevue! On May 23, 2025, the Bellevue girls track team made history at the Iowa High School Track and Field Championships held at Drake Stadium in Des Moines. Not only did they showcase incredible talent, but they also clinched a historic silver medal in the highly competitive 4×200-meter relay, shattering a seven-year state-medal drought.

The Race for Glory

With excitement buzzing in the air, the relay team made up of Karley McCombie, Tayla Leibfried, Bella Leibfried, and Leah Lambe delivered a stellar performance. Their combined efforts earned them a remarkable time of 1:46.65, securing them a place on the podium. Initially, the race concluded with Fremont Mills being declared champions, but in a twist of fate, they were later disqualified, thereby promoting Bellevue to the well-deserved second place.

A Family Affair

What made this victory even sweeter for the Leibfried sisters—Tayla and Bella—is that they achieved this milestone together. The whole team was overjoyed and couldn’t stop celebrating this milestone moment for their school. The energy and atmosphere of the event created an unforgettable backdrop for their speedy triumph!

Fresh Faces and Future Stars

Adding to Bellevue’s accomplishments, freshman Leah Lambe is just getting warmed up! After her unforgettable relay performance, she is all set to compete in the open 100-meter final later that day, showing that there is a bright future ahead for Bellevue athletics. Meanwhile, Kailyn Thompson from Bellevue Marquette snagged an important eighth-place medal in shot put, marking her first medal in three years with an eye on continuing her throwing journey at the University of Dubuque.

More Highlights from the Championships

The excitement didn’t stop with Bellevue! The Maquoketa Valley 4×200 relay team finished third, also benefiting from Fremont Mills’ disqualification, while team member Taryn Burbridge bagged another medal for her weekend haul. Over at Dubuque Hempstead, Ally Darter shone in the wheelchair 800-meters, and she became the first to bring home a medal for her school during the weekend!

Area Athletes Show Their Skills

Several area athletes put on a remarkable show but fell just short of the top spots. For instance, Garrett Schumacher from Dubuque Senior placed fifth in the 4A 400 hurdles while others like Eden Lee and Owen Leitzen aimed for glory in their respective events. It was a day rich with performances that truly represented the local talent!

Records and Remarkable Results

It wasn’t just Bellevue making waves; the Ames 4×200 team set a new school record with a fantastic finish of 1:41.81. Attinger of Ames put in a strong showing to take second place in the 400 hurdles, and Hatcher contributed to the excitement with a bronze in the long jump, while Mecklenburg from Linn-Mar leaped into the spotlight, securing the long jump title with a remarkable jump of 19 feet 3.75 inches.

All in all, the 2025 Iowa High School Track and Field Championships was an unforgettable event filled with thrilling performances, friendly rivalries, and, most importantly, a showcase of resilience and hard work from athletes around the area. As for Bellevue, the girls track team has set a shining example for future generations. Onward and upward!

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