Two years ago, Green Oaks head coach James Bradford Jr. didn't know when the last time was that the Giants had won the district championship. After taking care of business this week at the District 1-2A Championship at Lee Hedges Stadium, that is no longer a problem. Green Oaks successfully three-peated as district champions.
On the girls' side, Magnolia Charter was able to accomplish the same thing.
"I'm really proud of our athletes and coaches in the work ethic to capture this year's district crown," Bradford said. "This one was divine and special because with the injuries and other factors the team remained focused and showed up. They competed hard and fought through adversity."
Bradford mentioned juniors James Young, the meet's MVP for points, and Jamarcus Hooper, the field MVP, who had major personal records.
"I'm thankful for our senior class, three straight district championships shows the commitment to the commitment to the program, but what makes it even better is the standard these young men have set for track and field in Giantland. Now, we're looking forward to regionals next Wednesday and qualifying for state."
Girls: Collins Leads North Caddo; Magnolia Dominates Relays
North Caddo's Nasiyah Collins swept the short sprints, winning the 100 meters in 12.40 and the 200 meters in 25.71, both into headwinds.
D'Arbonne Woods Charter's Madelynn Morris won the 400 meters in 1:04.58. Calvary Baptist's Emma Sarkozi took the 800 (2:40.97), while Annaleigh Sarkozi led a 1-2 finish for Calvary in the 1600 (6:00.05). Madison Edmonds added the 3200 title (18:08.19).
Magnolia School of Excellence controlled the relays, winning the 4x100 (50.75), 4x200 (1:48.58), 4x400 (4:27.73) and 4x800 (14:41.06).
In hurdles, Lyric Williams (16.63) and Sarai Ragster (53.24) gave Magnolia a sweep.
Union Parish's Hailey Smith won both horizontal jumps, taking the long jump (16-0.5) and triple jump (33-6), and added a runner-up finish in the high jump. Green Oaks' KhaMijah Rogers won the high jump (5-0).
D'Arbonne Woods Charter swept the throws, with Brilee Smith winning discus (100-7) and Joley Bennett taking javelin (102-11). Green Oaks' Bria Rasco won the shot put (31-10).
Boys: Carter, McNeal Lead; Calvary Sweeps Sprint Relays
North Caddo's Braden Carter doubled in the sprints, winning the 100 (11.08) and 200 (22.42).
Magnolia School of Excellence's Jeremiah Williams won the 400 (51.29) and added a fourth-place finish in the 200.
Union Parish's Anthony McNeal claimed the 800 (2:14.16) after placing second in the 400 (51.64). Green Oaks' Cyrus Wilson won the 1600 (5:27.50), while Magnolia's Cairo Smith took the 3200 (13:37.46).
Union Parish freshman Michael McNeal swept the hurdles, winning the 110 hurdles (15.77) and 300 hurdles (42.45).
Calvary Baptist dominated the sprint relays, winning the 4x100 (43.77), 4x200 (1:30.64) and 4x400 (3:35.31). Green Oaks won the 4x800 (8:54.29).
In the field, Magnolia's Kaelin Anderson cleared 6-2 to win the high jump. Green Oaks' Javontaye Dean took the long jump (21-6.5), while his teammate, Hooper won the triple jump (40-7.5).
D'Arbonne Woods Charter's Brodie Dismuke won the pole vault (10-0).
Homer's Marquise Kingsby won the discus (141-0), while Magnolia's Lemont Anderson Jr. took the shot put (45-7). D'Arbonne's Jericho Adkins won the javelin (130-11).
Outlook
Magnolia School of Excellence's relay depth and scoring balance stand out heading into regionals. North Caddo's sprint strength and Union Parish's versatility position both as contenders, while Calvary Baptist's relay dominance remains a key factor.
Two years ago, Green Oaks head coach James Bradford Jr. didn't know when the last time was that the Giants had won the district championship. After taking care of business this week at the District 1-2A Championship at Lee Hedges Stadium, that is no longer a problem. Green Oaks successfully three-peated as district champions.
On the girls' side, Magnolia Charter was able to accomplish the same thing.
"I'm really proud of our athletes and coaches in the work ethic to capture this year's district crown," Bradford said. "This one was divine and special because with the injuries and other factors the team remained focused and showed up. They competed hard and fought through adversity."