Servite's 4x100 relay breaks state record at Arcadia Invitational

Friars' young quartet sets new California high school mark in prestigious event.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:21am

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An abstract expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the blurred motion and energy of a 4x100 meter relay race, with the baton being passed between indistinct figures.Servite High's record-breaking 4x100 relay team channels the raw power and speed of their historic performance at the Arcadia Invitational.Arcadia Today

Servite High School's 4x100 meter relay team, consisting of sophomores Jace Wells, Jorden Wells and Kamil Pelovello along with junior Benjamin Harris, clocked a time of 39.70 seconds at the Arcadia Invitational on Saturday. This new state record broke their own previous mark set at the same meet last year.

Why it matters

The Arcadia Invitational is one of the most prestigious high school track and field events in the country, drawing top talent from across California. Servite's record-breaking performance showcases the rising talent of their young relay squad and positions them as a team to watch in the upcoming state championships.

The details

Servite's 4x100 relay team dominated the competition, finishing well ahead of runner-up El Cerrito (40.57) and third-place Notre Dame of Sherman Oaks (41.02). The Friars' quartet of underclassmen said they still believe they can improve their time further in the coming weeks.

  • Servite set the previous state record of 40.00 seconds at the 2025 Arcadia Invitational.
  • The new state record of 39.70 seconds was set on April 12, 2026 at the Arcadia Invitational.

The players

Jace Wells

Sophomore on Servite's 4x100 relay team.

Jorden Wells

Sophomore on Servite's 4x100 relay team.

Kamil Pelovello

Sophomore on Servite's 4x100 relay team.

Benjamin Harris

Junior on Servite's 4x100 relay team.

Jaelen Hunter

Member of Servite's 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams in 2025.

Robert Gardener

Member of Servite's 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“We still want to drop more times in the coming weeks.”

— Benjamin Harris, Junior, Servite 4x100 relay team

What’s next

Servite's 4x100 relay team will look to continue improving their time and defend their state championship title in the upcoming California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) track and field meet.

The takeaway

Servite's young 4x100 relay squad has established themselves as the team to beat in California, breaking their own state record at the prestigious Arcadia Invitational. Their dominant performance showcases the depth of talent in the Friars' program and sets the stage for an exciting state championship showdown.