The incomparable Paul Migas and seven others in the top ten graduated last year. On the surface, that appears to be grave news. However, there is a big positive light at the end of the tunnel. Bloomington Catholic HS superstar junior Isaiah Whitaker performed well despite suffering a broken wrist during last winter's middle portion. He was not able to compete at the Illinois Top Times Championship. He still finished the undercover season with a personal best 17'0.75."
There are some notables that we present below-
Lukas Brauc (Sr., Oak Park-River Forest): A solid 2024 season has already turned into a fantastic 2025 campaign, vaulting 16'10" in only two competitions. Will be motivated in assisting the Huskies with repeat team title hopes.
Nathan McLoughlin (Sr., St. Charles North): Not as well known as the other top performers, but still very good and ready to vault to the top of the charts. 3A runner-up at Top Times is a plus; third in the outdoor state meet.
Andrew Nuyen (Jr., Rochelle): A 15'6" performer very early in the portion of the preseason and on his way to stardom.
Parker Owens (Fr., Edwardsville): The word has been out on the burgeoning star for over a year now. Owens has not had an official school competition and has already cleared 16 feet (16'3" to be exact).
TJ Girzadas (Sr., Chicago Marist): Several meet performances over 15' including a PB 15'8." Girzadas has had some issues being consistent in big meets. If he can get over the hump in that department, he will be fine.
Top returners by class-
3A-
Rank | Mark | Athlete/Team | Grade | Meet DatePlace |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 16-0.75 (4.9m) | 2025 | ||
2 | 15-9 (4.8m) | 2025 | ||
3 | 15-1 (4.6m) | 2025 | ||
3 | 15-1 (4.6m) | 2025 | ||
5 | 14-8.75 (4.49m) | 2026 | ||
5 | 14-8.75 (4.49m) | 2026 | ||
7 | 14-4 (4.37m) | 2026 | ||
8 | 14-2.75 (4.34m) | 2025 | ||
9 | 14-2 (4.32m) | 2026 | ||
9 | 14-2 (4.32m) | 2025 |
2A-
Rank | Mark | Athlete/Team | Grade | Meet DatePlace |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 15-1 (4.6m) | 2026 | ||
2 | 15-0 (4.57m) | 2026 | ||
3 | 14-9.25 (4.5m) | 2025 | Winnebago Boys Quad1st F | |
4 | 14-3.25 (4.35m) | 2025 | ||
4 | 14-3.25 (4.35m) | 2025 | ||
6 | 14-0 (4.27m) | 2025 |
1A-
Rank | Mark | Athlete/Team | Grade | Meet DatePlace |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 17-2 (5.23m) | 2026 | ||
2 | 14-6 (4.42m) | 2026 | Spartan Classic1st F | |
3 | 14-5.25 (4.4m) | 2025 | ||
4 | 14-2 (4.32m) | 2026 | Boys Eagle Invite1st F | |
5 | 13-9.25 (4.2m) | 2025 | ||
6 | 13-5.5 (4.1m) | 2026 |