Southern Arizona Shines: Top Track and Field Performances at Drachman Stadium
TUCSON, Ariz. — Southern Arizona athletes showcased their talent at Roy P. Drachman stadium on the University of Arizona campus in a two-day track and field competition. Standout performances included Pima High School’s Sadie Richardson securing victories in both the 100-meter hurdles (15.83 seconds) and the triple jump (34 feet, 9.25 inches).
Key Performances Across Track and Field events
The meet, held March 21-22, featured a range of impressive achievements across various disciplines. Here’s a summary of the top finishers:
Hurdles
- 100/110 Hurdles: Sadie Richardson (Pima, Sr.) – 15.83; Ethan Mack (Cienega, Sr.) – 15.48
- 300 Hurdles: Mia Parker (Mica Mountain, Fr.) – 49.48; Ethan Mack (Cienega, Sr.) – 39.29
Sprints
- 100 Meters: Dezta Toyota-Villalobos (Buena, Fr.) – 12.40; Nevaeh Anderson (Pueblo,Sr.) – 10.79
- 200 Meters: Aliyah Hatchett (Cienega, So.) – 25.25; Donovan Davidson (Empire, Sr.) – 21.96
- 400 Meters: Zaiyah Davis (El Paso montwood, Jr.) – 59.19; Nevaeh Anderson (Pueblo, Sr.) – 48.43
Middle and Long Distance
- 800 Meters: Rose Barlette (Cienega, Jr.) – 2:20.09; Noah Macias (Mica Mountain,Sr.) - 1:55.65
- 1600 Meters: Hayley Floyd (Pusch Ridge, Jr.) – 5:09.89; Milo Mandolini (Sabino, So.) – 4:20.91
- 3200 Meters: amelia North (Rincon University, Sr.) – 10:50.73; Andrew Smith (Tanque Verde,Sr.) – 9:34.37
Relays
- 4×100 Relay: Sahuaro – 50.68 (Jordyan Burge, Zariyah Whitlock, Kendra gonzales, Montana Poe); Canutillo (El Paso) – 42.14
- 4×400 Relay: Cienega – 4:17.40 (Rose Barlette, Tiffay Armenta, Malia Dojaquez, Malia Mack); Mica mountain - 3:29.03 (Makhi Prescott, Noah Macias, Dante Hudson, Jordan Perry)
- 4×800 Relay: Rincon University – 9:55.50 (Amelia Lapierre, Emily Nielsen, Abigail Kurgat, Amelia North); Mica Mountain – 8:16.57 (Carter Cox, John Garcia Gamez, Lucas Williams, Noah Macias)
Field Events
- Javelin: ashlyn Smith (Blue Ridge, Sr.) – 110-05; Ethan Gomez (Valley Christian, Sr.) – 198-04
- Pole Vault: Cheyanne Alder (Pima, So.) – 8-06; khaliq Muhammad (Pittsburg (CA), Sr.) - 17-00
- Shot Put: Delanie Harrison (El Paso Burges, Sr.) – 39-03.25; Benjamin Lingenfelter (Yucaipa (CA), Sr.) - 56-02
- Discus: delanie Harrison (El Paso Burges, Sr.) – 124-06; Benjamin Lingenfelter (yucaipa, Sr.) – 188-11
- High Jump: Payton Abalos (Safford, so.) – 5-00; Sean mccarthy (Canyon del Oro, Jr.) – 6-04
- Long Jump: Alitza Galvan-Gomez (El Paso Burges, Sr.) - 16-10.50; James Jerusalem (Catalina, Sr.) – 21-11
- Triple Jump: Sadie Richardson (Pima, Sr.) – 34-09.25; Jaiden Tyrone (Tucson, Sr.) – 43-09.50
What specific training regimen did Sadie Richardson follow to achieve her double victory in teh 100-meter hurdles and triple jump?
Southern Arizona Shines: Top Track and Field Performances at Drachman Stadium – Q&A
Get the inside scoop on Southern Arizona’s notable track and field showcase at Drachman Stadium! Here’s a breakdown of the key moments and burning questions,keeping it concise and engaging.
Q&A
Who was the standout performer of the meet?
Sadie Richardson from Pima High School was a double threat, winning both the 100-meter hurdles and the triple jump. Her performance highlights her versatility!
What were some other notable performances?
Ethan Mack from Cienega High School excelled in hurdles, and Nevaeh Anderson from Pueblo High School showed speed in the sprints. The competition was fierce across all events!
What were the winning times and distances?
Check out the detailed results in the original article. From sub-10 second sprints to impressive throws, the stats are there! Keep an eye out for personal bests!
Where was this meet held, and when?
The event took place at Roy P. Drachman Stadium on the University of Arizona campus,March 21-22.
What are some tips for aspiring track and field athletes?
Focus on consistent training, proper form, and a healthy diet. Don’t be afraid to seek advice from coaches and experienced athletes. Remember, every champion starts somewhere!
Any engaging trivia from the event?
The competition included athletes from different states. The level of competition was very high,it was a great showcase of track and field talent.
Conclusion
Southern Arizona’s track and field athletes delivered an unforgettable performance at Drachman Stadium. The future of the sport looks bright. Stay tuned for more exciting events!
