Photo of Seguin's Daisha Shular
District meet week is always the most hectic and exciting week of the season since it is the last meet that features full JV and varsity squads. Last week, the wind swept in which led to sprint times that were either very fast or slower than would be expected. If the weather calms down this week expect the times level out.
The Best Thing I Saw
The best thing I saw this week was the District 26-5A girls 800m race. Smithson Valley's Mia Perez was the favorite to win the race and she pushed the pace in the early going. Savanah Moya of New Braunfels and Perez's teammate, Lilly Koenig, were able to maintain a reasonable distance behind Perez. Perez was able to keep pushing and she still won the race in 2:10.08 and she dragged along both Moya and Koenig who each ran big personal bests. Moya finished in 2:10.64 and Koenig crossed the line in 2:11.24. There is a chance that all three could make the State meet since they all currently rank in the top 4 in UIL 5A. However, McAllen's Yaneli Rocha has run 2:11.49 this season meaning that Region IV has four of the top five half-milers in the State.
District 27-6A Girls
Team Results: Reagan (144), Johnson (126), Brandeis (101)
Quick Takeaways: It was a total team effort win for the Rattlers who received a big bump from Aryiel Sherman who won the high jump (5-4) despite not practicing the event all season long due to health concerns. Clark's Rachel Nwankwo starred in the jumps going 18-6 in the long jump and 38-7 in the triple jump to win both events. Her teammate, Jayla Flemons, showed she is one of the top 400m and 800m runners in the Region with her win in both events. The Brandeis 4x200m relay ran 1:39.54 and was led by London Graham who also won the 200m in 24.47.
District 27-6A Boys
Team Results: Johnson (175), Reagan (153), Madison (84)
Quick Takeaways: The Jaguars closed out the team title by winning the 4x400m relay. They were led by Abdou Ndiaye who also won the 400m in 48.90. Reagan's Rayshun Hurt was outstanding winning the 100m in 10.64 and 200m in 21.28. Ben Tealer of Brandeis showed his mettle in winning the 800m (1:54.53) against a strong group of distancer runners and he was second in the 400m (49.08). Reagan's Gavin Chapa won the 3200m (9:20.54) and 1600m (4:19.94) and was runner-up in the 800m (1:54.94). Watch for Madison's Jordan Clay who won the 110mh in 14.46 and is rounding into form after a long basketball season.
District 28-6A Girls
Team Results: Brennan (143), Warren (97), O'Connor (87)
Quick Takeaways: Brennan's Caila Lyons and Taft's Daniela Shelfo went head-to-head in the 400m and 800m with Lyons winning both in 55.57 and 2:10.39, respectively. Shelfo ran 58.12 and 2:12.03. Harlan freshman Dessalyn Rogers swept the sprint titles taking the 100m in 12.30 and 200m in 24.54. Warren's Syenna Lara and O'Connor's Madisyn Jackson split the hurdle titles and will be contenders for the Regional crown in both events.
District 28-6A Boys
Team Results: Brennan (182), Harlan (113), O'Connor (77)
Quick Takeaways: The Bears dominated the relays winning the 4x200m (1:26.50) and 4x400m (3:20.69) and were second in the 4x100m (41.49). Brennan's Zachary Miller took the 1600m (4:19.22) and 3200m (9:18.46) titles. Tate Taylor of Harlan swept the 100m (10.41) and 200m (20.74) and will be favored to be the Regional champion in both events. Jake Grullon of O'Connor and Taft's Ja'Dan Keiler will be fighting it out in both hurdle events after the next few weeks.
District 29-6A Girls
Team Results: Judson (202), Steele (151), Buda Johnson (82)
Quick Takeaways: Judson received outstanding performances from their top athletes Darinasia Taylor, Juliana Dodson and Jenesis Cordero. Taylor took gold in the long jump (18-4.5), 100m (11.95) and 200m (25.32). The Rockets also won the 4x100m in 46.54 and the 4x400m in 3:56.48. Kassia Kozarski of Steele took the 1600m (11:20.30) and 3200m (5:19.79) titles. Nellie Mauritz-Barboza of San Marcos took second in the pole vault with a clearance of 11-9 and was second in the 400m (57.72). Canyon's Peyton Wilson won the discus with a big throw of 134-7.
District 29-6A Boys
Team Results: Steele (165), Clemens (118), Judson (102)
Quick Takeaways: Judson's Josiah Green won a difficult discus title after throwing 164-11 and four others also threw over 150-feet. Steele's Maverick James (47.62) and Israel Wray (48.31) took the top two spots in the 400m. The Knights also picked up big points in the jumps where Donnell Williams won the long jump (22-5.5) and John Williams III took the triple jump (49-2) and was second in the long jump (21-8). Judson won the 4x200m in 1:27.03 and the 4x400m in 3:19.95.
District 26-5A Girls
Results: Smithson Valley (163), Pieper (122), New Braunfels (102)
District 26-5A Boys
Results: Pieper (128), Boerne Champion (99), Alamo Heights (93)
Go to UIL 5A - District 26 to read more about the meet.
District 27-5A Girls
Results: Sam Houston (123), Brackenridge (106), Seguin (97)
Quick Takeaways: Seguin had the two biggest stars of the meet in Daisha Shular and Leah Brown, but Sam Houston won with depth. Shular won the 100m (12.03), 200m (24.04) and long jump (18-2.25) while Brown won the high jump (5-4) and triple jump (36-1) and was second in the long jump (17-4.75) and 400m (1:01.97). Sam Houston won both the 4x100m (49.47) and 4x200m (1:47.72) relays. Siara Hardeman of Highlands swept the throwing events with marks of 116-11 in the discus and 38-9 in the shot put.
District 27-5A Boys
Results: Seguin (258), Lanier (79), Burbank (58)
Quick Takeaways: As expected, Seguin won the meet easily. Ocean Moreno (100m/200m) and Prince Medrano (1600m/3200m) were each double winners for Seguin. Lanier's Markeis Dixon took gold in the long jump with a mark of 23-0. Seguin won the 4x400m relay in 3:23.73.
District 28-5A Girls
Results: Southwest Legacy (137), MacArthur (103), Southside (102)
Quick Takeaways: Legacy received a great performance from Daniella Okorie who won the triple jump (37-11) and 100m (12.25). Emarald Aguirre of Southside took all three distance events running 2:24.93 in the 800m, 5:28.73 in the 1600m and 11:50.04 in the 3200m. Jay's Shyniece Davis won the long jump (17-0), 400m (58.42) and 200m (25.49) and was second in the triple jump (34-6).
District 28-5A Boys
Results: MacArthur (134), Southwest (109), South San (74)
Quick Takeaways: South San's Elegant Thompson advanced to the Area meet in four individual events; shot put, long jump, high jump and 110mh. Southwest's Nehemiah Parson won the 100m in 10.78. McCollum's Jorge Vargas took gold in the 400m (49.56) and 800m (2:00.22). Colton Cornwell led MacArthur with a victory in the 300mh (40.83) and runner-up finish in the long jump (21-5).
District 26-4A Girls
Results: Canyon Lake (150), Fredericksburg (147), Wimberley (111)
Quick Takeaways: Canyon Lake held on to win a close District title race. Aubrey Avey's 300mh victory in 43.03 was the highlight for the team, but they had many other top performances. Bandera's Kinlee Lawlis won the 100m (12.30) and 200m (24.23) and was part of their winning 4x200m (1:41.43) relay team. Davenport's Kendall Fallon took gold in the 800m (2:18.85) and was second in the 300mh (44.65). Madison Wright and Reese Sagebiel swept the top two spots in each throwing event for Fredericksburg.
District 26-4A Boys
Results: Wimberley (179), Fredericksburg (164), Davenport (153)
It was a true three team race for the title that Wimberley clinched by winning the 4x400m relay in 3:20.05. Nolan Waida won the long jump (22-1.75), triple jump (44-1.25) and 200m (21.53) for the champions. George Stenberg won the 100m in 10.80 and was part of Fredericksburg's winning 4x100m team. Elijah Bliss led Davenport with a win in the 3200m (9:50.18) and runner-up finish in the 1600m (4:39.01).
District 27-4A Girls
Results: Devine (175.5), Floresville (173.5), Uvalde (102)
Quick Takeaways: Devine trailed by two points heading into the 4x400m relay and they won the race in 4:14.91 to hold off Floresville who was second in 4:16.83. Devine's Kylie Monreal won both hurdle events (16.49 and 46.12) and was second in the high jump (5-2) and long jump (17-7). Her teammate, Rylie Wells, won both the long jump (17-7.5) and triple jump (35-2.5). Alexis Scott set the Floresville school record in the 400m en route to winning in 59.90. Uvalde took gold in the 4x100m (49.67) and 4x200m (1:46.32) relays.
District 27-4A Boys
Results: Floresville (186), Devine (149), Pleasanton (79)
Quick Takeaways: Floresville was led by freshman distance runner Kaden Cypert who won the 1600m (4:43.71) and 3200m (10:20.27) and was second in the 800m (2:03.03). Devere Willis of Uvalde was brilliant in winning the 100m (10.84), 200m (22.52) and long jump (22-5.75). Devine's Donovan Dixon ran his best races of the season while winning the 400m (49.93) and 800m (1:59.29). Pleasanton's Pierson Pilgrim cleared 14-6 to win the pole vault.
District 28-4A Girls
Results: La Vernia (222), Cuero (161), Gonzales (150)
Quick Takeaways: Katie Dallas led La Vernia with victories in the 1600m (5:35.98) and 3200m (12:43.41) while finishing second in the 800m (2:31.71). Isabella Davis took gold in the 100m (12.60) and was second in the long jump (17-0.5) for LV.
District 28-4A Boys
Results: La Vernia (208), Cuero (170), Gonzales (138)
Quick Takeaways: La Vernia won all three relays to help secure their district title. Ty Carter won the 100m (11.34) and long jump (22-4.25) for the team. Kennedy's David Diaz won the 400m in 52.85.
District 26-3A Girls
Quick Takeaways: Brooklyn Albert of Poth took gold in the 800m (2:24.07), 1600m (5:31.88) and 3200m (11:51.42). Adisen Magill qualified for the Area meet in five individual events for Poth. She won the triple jump (34-10.5), was second in the 100mh (16.01) and 300mh (46.65) and third in the long jump (16-11) and shot put (32-5). Stockdale's Peyton Keller cleared 5-9 in the high jump and is ranked first in the State.
District 26-3A Boys
Quick Takeaways: Poth's Aiden Reed won both throwing events with a distance of 176-0 in the discus and 53-11 in the shot put. His teammate, Larson Dziuk, also threw 166-0 in the discus. Cooper Warrick of Stockdale won the 1600m (4:56.19) and 3200m (10:21.08).
District 27-3A Girls
Quick Takeaways: Randolph showed they are ready to go for a fourth straight State title. Taylor Nunez ran 11.53 in the 100m prelims and also won the 200m (24.13) and long jump (20-5). Sophia Bendet cruised to wins in the 800m (2:10.92) and 1600m (5:00.70). Aubrey Milam was nearly as good in her events for Randolph running 5:08.65 in the 1600m and 11:21.39 in the 3200m. Marion's Kaitlyn Rackley won the pole vault (11-6) while Cole's Klarissa Frain won the 100mh (16.44) and 300mh (46.84).
District 27-3A Boys
Quick Takeaways: Aiden Martinez of Great Hearts Monte Vista continued to show he is one of the best hurdlers in San Antonio running 14.11 in the 110mh and 38.15 in the 300mh. Randolph ran impressive times in the 4x100m (42.42) and 4x200m (1:28.21). Krish Vijayvergia of Great Hearts Northern Oaks took gold in the 1600m (4:35.66) and 3200m (10:04.21). Randolph's Samuel Oakland won the discus with a throw of 157-1.
District 30-2A
Quick Takeaways: The Falls City boys and girls swept the district titles. For the girls, Keandra Johnson won the 100m (12.27) and long jump (16-9). Their 4x100m (48.70), 4x200m (1:45.45) and 4x400m (4:22.35) each won titles. Breiten Ramsey of Falls City ran 50.20 and Jewell Hicks of Stacey ran 50.33 in a very competitive boys 400m race.
School Records
In this section, I want to highlight the new school records that were set during the week. I need coaches to please let me know when you have a new record set. Either email me at shanemeling@gmail.com or message at me @ShaneMeling on X (Twitter).
Pieper boys, 4x200m, 1:28.04 (Caleb Sumpter, Tyler LaCombe, Isaiah Champagne, Michael Ajagbe)
Dominic Barragan, Pieper, 400m, 50.84
Lilly Tomlinson, Pieper, triple jump, 34-4
Hanah Dismukes, Marshall, 3200m, 12:01.07
Marieme Fall, Marshall, long jump, 17-4.5
Mikey Inweh, Sotomayor, high jump, 6-6
Avianna Miller, Smithson Valley, triple jump, 38-8.5
Marshall girls, 4x400m, 4:08.54 (Sofia Gheorghe, Madilyn Garcia, Kaylen McTyer, Michelle Hinds)
Michelle Hinds, Marshall, 400m, 58.38
Brennan boys, 4x100m, 41.49 (Devin Gills, Aaron Turner, Micai Thompson, Clifton McBride)
Brennan boys, 4x200m, 1:26.50 (Elijah Venegas, Aaron Turner, Devin Gills, Clifton McBride)
Dessalyn Rogers, Harlan, 200m, 24.54
Drew Ovalles, Providence, 200m, 27.14
Tate Broaddus, Davenport, Discus, 147-1
Logan Tennell, Pieper, Pole Vault, 14-6
Cash Lancaster, Pieper, 300mh, 39.04
Sadie Larson, Pieper, 3200m, 11:24.37
Aniyah Gill, Pieper, 400m, 59.76
Pieper girls, 4x400m, 4:10.33 (Nela Marcina, Brittan Nichols, Sadie Larson, Aniyah Gill)
Kyle Carpenter, Medina Valley, 1600m, 4:27.02
Maverick James, Steele, 400m, 47.62
Jamarri Bowie, Boerne Champion, 400m, 48.50
Aniah Tinsley, Davenport, 200m, 24.91
Kendall Fallon, Davenport, 800m, 2:18.85
Devere Willis, Uvalde, Long Jump, 22-10
Alexis Scott, Floresville, 400m, 59.90
Around the City
Antonian hosted their Don Hoover Invitational last week where the Incarnate Word girls and the Holy Cross boys took the team titles. In the boys' meet, Adrian Rule of San Antonio Christian won the 3200m in a meet record time of 9:46.20. Brady Chandler of Geneva School of Boerne cleared 15-0 to win the pole vault. Josiah Wentrcek of Castle Hills took gold in the high jump (6-2) and triple jump (41-7). Josue Lerma of Holy Cross had a big throw of 155-3 to win the discus and teammate Julian Salas took the 400m in 50.03. Beau Bregman of TMI ran a blistering 39.33 to win the 300mh. Titus Gill, of San Antonio Spartans, set a meet record in the 1600m with his time of 4:21.02. Josh Hoover of Saint Mary's Hall took gold in both the 100m and 200m.
In the girls' meet, Jubilee Felder of the San Antonio Patriots continued her winning ways by clearing 5-4 in the high jump. Her teammate, Presleigh Adam, won the 400m in 1:00.90. Holy Cross' Ariel Bosmans won the discus with a toss of 112-1. Antonian's Alexandra Johnson won the 800m in 2:24.42. Kaliya Jones (46.54) of Antonian and Chloe Nellis (46.61) of Incarnate Word had a near photo finish in the 300mh.
Senior Signings
I would like to keep a running tally of all the track and field and cross country signings so please contact me if you notice someone is missing.
Taylor Nunez, Randolph, Texas A&M
Sophia Bendet, Randolph, Texas A&M
Zailey Zimmerman, Smithson Valley, Texas A&M-Kingsville
Mia Perez, Smithson Valley, Texas
Thomas Bucks, Johnson, Penn
Zac Miller, Brennan, Houston
Christopher Harris, Cornerstone, UIW
Alicia Galvez, Southwest Legacy, Houston
Gavin Chapa, Reagan, Texas A&M
Maddie Meinke, Boerne Champion, Western Colorado
Mia Stewart, Madison, Southeastern Oklahoma
Luis Tovar, Boerne Champion, UIW
Michael Repper-Molina, Johnson, Boston University
Jade Perez, Clark, Adams State
Caroline Peterson, Pieper, Texas
Aiden Martinez, Great Hearts Monte Vista, Yale
Aiden Reed, Poth, SFA
Caila Lyons, Brennan, Iowa
Taylor Fuentespina, Johnson, Army
Eli Bliss, Davenport, Trinity
Jorge Vargas, McCollum, Our Lady of the Lake
Crissangel Avitua, Southside, Our Lady of the Lake
Daisha Shular, Seguin, East Carolina
Kelsay Edwards, Taft, Trinity
Kinlee Lawlis, Bandera, Angelo State
Jake Grullon, O'Connor, UIW
Katie Burnett, Reagan, New Orleans
What's Next
It is now time for the Area meet round of UIL competition. The majority of the meets will take place on Wednesday with a couple on Friday.
Photo of Seguin's Daisha Shular
District meet week is always the most hectic and exciting week of the season since it is the last meet that features full JV and varsity squads. Last week, the wind swept in which led to sprint times that were either very fast or slower than would be expected. If the weather calms down this week expect the times level out.
The Best Thing I Saw