300m Hurdles
2019 State Champion: Finnigan Schirmer (Sr., Marengo) 37.71
Key Athletes: Schirmer, Steven Harris (Sr., Cahokia), Jamariantte Burgess (Sr., East St Louis Sr), CJ Shoaf (Jr., Mahomet-Seymour), Kevyere Mack (Jr., Peoria Richwoods; Jr), Bri'yon Watts (Jr., Chicago Southland College Prep), Elijah Pena (Sr., Woodstock North), Luke Wells (Sr., Eureka), Tyler Carter (Jr., Sycamore)
Breakdown: This could be the most exciting battle in 2A as the top three placers from 2019 return. Defending champion Finnigan Schirmer is back, but he probably knows it won't be easy to defend that title as Jamariantte Burgess who was hot on his tail will be aiming for that crown.
Not far from Burgess in the Metro East is Steven Harris of Cahokia who showed big progress during the championship season. The bronze medalist will be waiting in the wings if the top two returners take things lightly.
Bri'yon Watts quiet throughout the regular season burst on the scene in the 400H this past summer en route to an age group national championship at USATF Junior Olympics. How will that translate to this race? Be on the lookout for multiple athletes to crack that 40-second barrier and challenge for all-state spots.