Austin LBJ anchor runs to a preliminary heat win at the Texas Relays
Every year we see it.
We hear it.
The subject is annually revisited.
Which state is the best in track and field is always the debate. As the Texas editor, I get sick of it. It really is a nauseous subject. I must admit, part of it is because I am biased; I must admit that I believe Texas is heads and shoulders above and beyond the best.
There are several factors I believe so. Some factors have to do with talent, high level coaching, and the level of competition. Other reasons like weather, population, etc. come into play that have nothing to do with being Texan.
While I didn't take the time to research number to prove my thesis, I do offer some to show how just one weekend in Texas can push the standard for track and field and challenge the rest of the country for the rest of the season.
This week alone, there were 20 boys track and field teams across the state that ran under 41.0 seconds in the 4x100 relay. Last...