2022 Pre-Season Preview: top field event girls to watch

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Discus Throw-
2021 Best: Jayden Ulrich (East Alton-Wood River) 168'1"
2021 3A State Champion: Julia Reglewski (Grayslake Central) 144'6.75"
2021 2A State Champion: Ulrich 160'6.75"
2021 1A State Champion: Olivia Campbell (Pittsfield) 137'0"
Top returners: Campbell, Claire Allen (Jr., Sandwich), Ella O'Neall (Sr., Stevenson), Claire Kavanagh (Sr., Barrington), Marla Hayes (Sr., Lincoln-Way Central), Charlotte Frere (Sr., Sherrard), Cassidy Clark (Sr., Mt. Pulaski), Desire Poole (Sr., E. St. Louis Sr.), Faith Deering (Sr., Seneca), Jenae Bothe (Sr., Oregon), Olivia Birge (Sr., Salt Fork), Josie Hapack (Sr., Highland)
Breakdown: This event produced tremendous star power on the strength of Jayden Ulrich who was on the verge of breaking the all-time record set by Kelsy Card. Julia Reglewski performed well as she led the 3A ranks. This may be the year of Olivia Campbell. She is the 1A defending champion but could be the best overall discus thrower despite the weight throw being her first love.