GHSA Class AAAA State Runner-up

The Cadets went head-to-head with athletes from Regions 1, 2, 3, and 4 at the GHSA Sectional Meet, with the top eight finishers in each event earning a spot at the GHSA Class AAAA State Championships on May 11 at Spec Towns Track in Athens. There, they will face the top qualifiers from Regions 5, 6, 7, and 8 in the final showdown. 

The sprinters led the charge, delivering explosive performances that showcased the team’s speed, power, and competitive edge. Max Carson captured first place in the shot put and has been dominant throughout the season.

This year’s State Meet format has been streamlined from a three-day event to a one-day championship. The new schedule presents a significant challenge, as there will be no preliminary rounds. Instead, champions will be determined solely by times and distances recorded across two heats. Sectional qualifying marks will be used for seedings and lane assignments.

While it is exciting to compete on the University’s new track facility, the condensed one-day schedule will demand endurance, focus, and consistency from every athlete.

200m. Dash - Stanley Smart, Jr., Eron Mallard 

4x100m. Relay - Eron Mallard, Josh Washington, Cole Henderson, Stanley Smart, Jr., Stewart Dunn, Johnathan Black, Jayden Houston

4x200m. Relay - Eron Mallard, Josh Washington, Cole Henderson, Stanley Smart, Jr., Stewart Dunn, Johnathan Black, Jayden Houston

Discus - Max Carson, Meyer Hagin 

Shot Put - Max Carson