Elijah Ferguson Runs TX No. 5 A-T 45.46 Region 3-6A 400m Win

UIL 6A - Region 3

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After a demanding but rewarding week of high-level competition, Elijah Ferguson has once again punched his ticket to the UIL 6A Track and Field State Championships. Returning with the valuable experience of last year's state meet under his belt, Ferguson is no longer just a participant-he's a contender. This season, the Katy Mayde Creek senior has shown a level of poise, focus, and maturity that reflects both his growth as an athlete and the work he's put in to reach the top.

From the very beginning of the 2025 season, Ferguson has carried himself with a new sense of purpose. There's been a shift-not just in his form on the track, but in his demeanor, preparation, and mindset. The walk, the talk, and the results all point to someone who knows exactly what they're after. For Ferguson, it's not just about running fast-it's about making history.

His breakout moment came this past weekend at the UIL 6A - Region 3 Championships, where he blazed his way to a personal best of 45.46 in the 400m, securing the regional title and solidifying his spot in state history. That time doesn't just top this year's leaderboards-it places him among the top five all-time in Texas high school history, behind elite names like Jonathan Simms, Aldrich Bailey, Marlon Ramsey, Kendrick Jones Jr., ahead of Michael Cannon and Kelly Willie .

Ferguson's progress is a reflection of the broader rise of the Mayde Creek program, which has emerged as one of the premier track squads in the Houston metro area. Their growth has mirrored Ferguson's, and together, they've raised the bar.

Now, the stakes are higher than ever. Ferguson will step back onto the state stage to face none other than Jonathan Simms, the 2023 UIL 6A state champion and Texas state record holder. It's a matchup that track fans have been anticipating all year -- two titans of the 400m on a collision course, with a state title and perhaps history on the line.

With momentum, confidence, and legacy all in play, Ferguson isn't just running for a gold medal-he's running to further etch his name into Texas track and field lore.