MEEKER | Barone Middle School track and field hosted the yearly Meeker Relay Meet this past Thursday at Starbuck Stadium.
“The kids had a great time teaming with their teammates to compete on Thursday,” said head coach Marki Grant. “We had a great turnout and are grateful for all the help from the community.”
The team wasn’t done and headed to Steamboat on Saturday.
“It was such a fun day; the sun was out, and the kids competed well,” commented Grant. “It is fun to see the kids peaking at the right time!”
The Cowboys had some big personal records set and continue to be a dominant force on the track and field. The throwers had an exceptional day on Saturday and continue to improve under the direction of Coach Mollie Lee, Jumpers are hitting weekly PR’s and learning how to improve form and technique under Coach Deloy Cook. The distance kids are hitting huge personal records and dropping time with Coach Sean Damitz leading the way, and the sprinters and relay teams are dominant on the track with Coach Gracie Bradfield and Coach Jess Berthelson providing excellent leadership and coaching.
Barone track athletes who have met certain qualifications will be competing this coming Saturday in Craig, Colorado, for the Best of the Best meet.
By TIFFANY JEHOREK | Special to the Herald Times