California News Admin
Wed, February 7, 2024 at 10:01 AM
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As the track and field season looms closer, excitement is building for the Gardner Edgerton High School team. With a talented group of returning players and dedicated coaches at the helm, the Blazers are poised for another successful season. In this article, we spoke with Coach Admin Admin about the upcoming season for the team at Gardner Edgerton High School. The Blazers have a strong core of returning players, led by senior Parker Walion, who has already achieved impressive feats in the 1600m event. Coach Admin Admin speaks highly of Walion, stating that he "was the Sunflower League Champion and Regional Champion and placed 4th at the state meet" last season. With a personal best of 4:15 in the 1600m, Walion is definitely one to watch out for this season. Coach Admin Admin also mentions that Walion was a key member of the boys' cross country team, helping them win the 6A state championship in the fall. Another stand-out returning player is senior Jadyn Campbell, who made his mark in the pole vault event last season. Coach Admin Admin reveals that Campbell cleared 15'0" twice last season, ending with impressive finishes of 4th at Sunflower League and 4th at Regional. Senior Dawson Kindler also returns in the javelin event, boasting a personal best of 190-4. Kindler was the Sunflower League champion last season and placed 2nd at both Regional and State meets. With this strong trio of returning players, there is no doubt that the Blazers have high expectations for the current season. But the team's success doesn't just rely on the top performers. Coach Admin Admin is also impressed with the leadership shown by the upperclassmen on the team. "Our girls team should be very competitive this season and I'm extremely excited for them," says Coach Admin Admin, highlighting the fact that the juniors and seniors on the team are talented and ready to guide the younger players. Team captains play an important role in leading the team, and Coach Admin Admin reveals that the leadership positions on the team are determined by a team vote. The qualities that the team looks for in a captain include work ethic, leadership style, and being a positive influence both on and off the track. As for this year's captains or potential candidates, Coach Admin Admin keeps the suspense alive, stating that they will be announced after the team vote. With a strong core of players and dedicated leaders,