The Cedar Springs Middle School boys track team continued their strong tradition with an eighth consecutive undefeated season at 5 wins and 0 losses. In the past 19 years, the boys have posted 16 undefeated seasons.
The team ended their season by splitting into separate grade level teams to compete in two conference championship invitationals. The 7th grade team placed first at their conference meet, earning championship honors with 155 points. The teams’ nearest competitor was Belding, who finished second with 116 points. The 8th grade team finished in second place, 21 points behind Sparta.
The following is a list of 1st place Conference Champions and their events:
7th GRADE
John Todd………………………55 Hurdles, 200 Hurdles, High Jump
George Gonzales……………800 Run, Shot Put
Alex Merlington………………70 Dash, Pole Vault
Dallas Mora…………………3200 Run
8th GRADE
Jacob Hooker…………………200 Hurdles
Troy Patin, Christian Twitchell, Jameson Pavelka, Austin Basso……..3200 Relay
Dustin Shaw, Jake Mead, Austin Ellis, Collin Alvesteffer…………………400 Relay
The guys enjoyed a great season due to their hard work, dedication and commitment to individually do what was necessary to make the team a success. Coach Martens and Coach Banagis would like to congratulate all team members on a fantastic season. A special “thank you” to all parents, staff members, high school coaches and athletes for always cheering our team on and for running great home meets.
