(Chelsea Update would like to thank Eric Swager for the information in this story.)
Chelsea boys track and field had a strong showing, finishing 2nd out of 16 teams in the regional championships last Friday,
Once again, Pinckney had some very strong performances to end our streak of 8 straight Regional Championships said coach Eric Swager. “The guys battled hard on a hot, windy day – not many lifetime bests due to the conditions, but we earned a good chunk of medals.”
State qualifiers this year are Connell Alford in the 1600 and the 3200 – both races saw him finish with impressive kicks to edge a Pinckney runner.
Parker Olk hit a personal best in the pole vault to qualify in that event, while Jacob Nelson will be competing in the 100 meter wheelchair race at the State Finals in Forest Hills on June 4.
Drew Sherwood earned 4 medals, while Brandon Snyder and Ryan Scott were the next highest finishers with their 3rd place showings.
“We had a positive attitude throughout the day, and many guys gave it their all,” the coach said.
“I would like to thank all the event coaches for their efforts this year. It certainly takes a team to field 17 competitive events, and we once again did a fine job,” Swager said.
