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Lewiston Natives Wessels and Kelly Earn All-American Honors at Indoor Nationals
Kobe Wessels and Madigan Kelly make history for their hometown team at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships.
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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Lewiston natives Kobe Wessels and Madigan Kelly earned All-American honors at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships in Gainesville, Florida. Wessels set a school record and finished third in the 1000m, while Kelly finished sixth in the hurdles, solidifying herself as the greatest hurdler in LC State history.
Why it matters
The All-American honors for Wessels and Kelly represent a significant achievement for their hometown team and showcase the talent and dedication of these Lewiston natives. Their success at the national championships is a source of pride for the local community and inspiration for their teammates as they head into the outdoor season.
The details
Wessels, a senior, set the school record in the 1000m with a time of 2:25.64, finishing third overall. Kelly, also a senior, finished sixth in the hurdles with a time of 8.57, earning her first indoor All-American honor. Trenton Johnson, a senior, finished 17th in the men's triple jump with a mark of 14.53m.
- The 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships took place on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
The players
Kobe Wessels
A senior at LC State and a native of Lewiston, Wessels set a school record and finished third in the 1000m at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships, earning his first individual All-American honor.
Madigan Kelly
A senior at LC State and a native of Lewiston, Kelly finished sixth in the hurdles at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships, solidifying herself as the greatest hurdler in LC State history and earning her first indoor All-American honor.
Trenton Johnson
A senior at LC State, Johnson finished 17th in the men's triple jump at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships with a mark of 14.53m.
Mike Collins
The head coach of the LC State track and field team, Collins praised the performances of Wessels, Kelly, and Johnson, highlighting their achievements and the inspiration they provide for the rest of the team as they head into the outdoor season.
LC State
The hometown team of Wessels and Kelly, LC State is the university they represent and where they have achieved their All-American honors in track and field.
What they’re saying
“A great way to finish. Although TJ (Johnson) started the day not quite the way we had hoped, he had a great attitude and will use the results to carry him into the outdoor season. Always one of the most upbeat members of the team, making those around him better and if today is any indication, we need to keep him around a bit longer. Just after he finished his last jump, Madigan went to the line and had a great race. Just a tad slow out of the blocks and in a race so short, any loss of time will hurt you, but despite that, finishing in the top six and earning another All-American recognition is a great way to finish your final indoor season.”
— Mike Collins, Head Coach (dailyfly.com)
“About two hours later one of our other Lewiston natives had an outstanding and exciting race in the 1000m and was just shy of finishing second. Despite that, earning another All-American for Kobe is something we might not have thought possible a month ago, but in working towards finding the right distance for him, I think we finally found it and not a race too late. Both had their families here to see them compete, which I am sure made it even more special. Very excited for both of them and great inspiration for the rest of their teammates as we will hit the outdoor season almost immediately. A great day to be a Warrior.”
— Mike Collins, Head Coach (dailyfly.com)
What’s next
The LC State track and field team will immediately transition to the outdoor season, with Wessels and Kelly looking to build on their indoor success and lead their teammates to further achievements.
The takeaway
The All-American performances of Lewiston natives Kobe Wessels and Madigan Kelly at the 2026 NAIA Indoor Track and Field National Championships showcase the talent and dedication of these local athletes, inspiring their teammates and bringing pride to their hometown community as they head into the outdoor season.
