Omaha Central High School’s track and field athletes showcased their mettle and talent at the A-2 District Track Meet held at Papillion High School, hosted by Papillion La-Vista South. Despite facing weather delays due to lightning in the area, the Eagles soared above the competition, leaving an indelible mark on the track.
The meet began under the shadow of uncertainty as dark clouds loomed overhead, threatening to disrupt the proceedings. Lightning strikes in the vicinity forced a temporary suspension of events, causing a delay that tested the patience of athletes and spectators alike. However, once the weather cleared and the green light was given, Omaha Central’s athletes wasted no time in seizing their moment of glory.
In the sprints, Jordan Blair emerged as a dominant force, showcasing blazing speed and precision in both the 100 meters and 200 meters events. Blair dashed his way to victory in both races, claiming the gold medal with impressive times of 12.17 seconds in the 100 meters and 25.28 seconds in the 200 meters. His teammate, Maya Rodgers, proved to be a formidable challenger, securing second place in both events with times of 12.27 seconds and 25.57 seconds, respectively.
The relay events witnessed a display of impeccable teamwork and coordination from the Eagles’ squad. The quartet comprised of Jordan Blair, Michael Coleman, Bobby Joseph, and Jace Ingebretson blazed around the track in the 4×100 relay, clinching the top spot with a lightning-fast time of 42.40 seconds, further solidifying Omaha Central’s dominance on the track.
Omaha Central’s success wasn’t confined to the track events alone; their field athletes also delivered stellar performances. Isaac Ackerman proved to be a juggernaut in the throwing events, claiming double gold in both the shot put and discus competitions. Ackerman’s throws soared past the competition, with distances of 58 feet 11 inches in the shot put and an impressive 181 feet 3 inches in the discus, securing crucial points for the Eagles.
In the jumping events, Maurice Sherrod and Tory Pittman showcased their leaping prowess in the long jump, securing first and second place, respectively. Sherrod’s bound reached an impressive 22 feet 6.5 inches, while Pittman soared to 22 feet 5 inches, contributing valuable points to Omaha Central’s overall tally.
Despite facing adversity in the form of weather delays, Omaha Central High School’s track and field team rose above the challenges to deliver a commendable performance at the A-2 District Track Meet. Their resilience, skill, and unwavering determination exemplify the spirit of champions, setting the stage for continued success as they advance to the next stage of competition. Additionally, the girls’ team secured fourth place overall with a score of 63, while the boys’ team attained fifth place overall with a score of 59, further highlighting the collective strength and unity of Omaha Central’s track program.
Full Results:
100 Meters Varsity – Finals
1. Jordan Blair – 12.17s (1st)
2. Maya Rodgers – 12.27s (2nd)
200 Meters Varsity – Finals
1. Jordan Blair – 25.28s (1st)
2. Maya Rodgers – 25.57s (2nd)
4×100 Relay Varsity – Finals
1. Jordan Blair, Michael Coleman, Bobby Joseph, Jace Ingebretson – 42.40s (1st)
Shot Put Varsity – Finals
1. Isaac Ackerman – 58-11.00 (1st)
Discus Varsity – Finals
1. Isaac Ackerman – 181-03 (1st)
2. Marlon Jones – 150-08 (2nd)
High Jump Varsity – Finals
1. Bryce Faimon – 6-03.00 (1st)
Long Jump Varsity – Finals
1. Maurice Sherrod – 22-06.50 (1st)
2. Tory Pittman – 22-05.00 (2nd)
Triple Jump Varsity – Finals
1. Christian Carter – 42-00.75 (6th)
2. James Harvey – 39-02.25 (13th)
