The sophomore class dropped quite a bit of fire on the track
Chris Nelson proved true in his second year in the sprints. The
speedster from Herrin produced the fastest time in the 100 at 10.48 (+2.1). Nelson
carried a big plate during the state series and was unable to finish the deal
in the Century, taking second. He earned a gold medal in the 4x200 relay. Also,
he adds value to his resume with a 49.59 clocking and HJ clearance of 6-4.
The distance events were already stocked for next year courtesy
of the presiding junior class. However, this unit produced a monster season
that is certain to yield some fine returns over the coming seasons. Dylan
Maloney (Plainfield South), Joe Bregenzer (Barrington), and Ben Crane (New
Trier) broke the 9:20 mark in the 3200m led by Maloney's robust 9:14.66. Bregenzer
earned all-state honors and his confidence should be soaring heading into the cross
country season.
Grant Schroder of Downers Grove North adds tremendous
value to his team. He s...
