Madison County’s Class C competitors had a strong showing at the Montana High School Association Class AA-C State Track and Field Meet held May 27-29. Here are the athletes that made the top 10.
Men’s 100 Meters #2: Twin Bridges’ Chase Fitzpatrick – 11.53
Men’s 200 Meters #8: Twin Bridges’ Tate Smith – 23.97
Chalk it up to all that fresh, Madison County air – a number of our high schools’ track and field competitors are leading the way in the Class C Western rankings. With several meets under their belts, here’s where they landed as of April 26, according to athletic.net.
*Bold numbers denote standings statewide.
BOYS 100 METERS
BOZEMAN – On Saturday, May 11, Harrison, Ennis, Sheridan and Twin Bridges track teams competed at the District 11 - 12C Track Meet in Bozeman. Harrison boys’ track team is placed 1st for the second year in a row.
Whether you believe in the actions of a marmot named Punxsutawney Phil, or you think Mother Nature is just taking her course, winter has extended its stay in the state – much to the demise of Madison County’s spring athletes.
Student athletes are already back in action and prepping for spring sports. Track and field and golf athletes started practicing last week and are looking forward to successful seasons. Here’s a preview of what to expect this season on either the track, field or course!
Twin Bridges
“I’ve always loved track and field and I’m just so excited to go,” said Ennis High School senior Krysta Saunders. Saunders has been selected to represent Montana on the 2018 Down Under Sports Program track and field team. She will fly to Queensland, Australia this July to compete for both individual and team honors.
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