Local Student-Athletes Earn Spots at Drake Relays

High school track and field stars from several area schools qualify for prestigious annual event.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 2:59pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the chaotic motion and energy of a high school track and field competition, with overlapping planes of navy, green, and orange conveying the dynamic nature of the event.Talented local track stars earn the chance to compete against the region's best at the prestigious Drake Relays.Allison Today

Several student-athletes from schools in the Allison, Iowa area have earned spots to compete in the high school events at the upcoming Drake Relays track and field competition. The qualifiers span multiple events and schools, including the Aplington-Parkersburg, Dike-New Hartford, Grundy Center, Hampton-Dumont-CAL, and South Hardin programs.

Why it matters

The Drake Relays is one of the most prestigious high school track and field events in the Midwest, drawing top talent from across the region. Earning a spot to compete is a significant achievement that showcases the strength of local athletic programs and the hard work of these young competitors.

The details

The local qualifiers include relay teams in the boys' and girls' 4x100 meter events, as well as individual qualifiers in events like the long jump, 800 meters, 400 meters, 1600 meters, 100 meter hurdles, 3200 meters, and discus. The high school portion of the Drake Relays will take place from April 23-25.

  • The Drake Relays high school events will run from Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, April 25.

The players

Aplington-Parkersburg

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified athletes in the boys' 4x100 meter relay.

Dike-New Hartford

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified athletes in the girls' and boys' 4x100 meter relays, as well as the girls' long jump.

Grundy Center

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified athletes in multiple individual and relay events, including the boys' 3200 meters, girls' 800 meters, boys' 400 meters, girls' 4x100 meter relay, boys' 4x100 meter relay, boys' 1600 meters, and girls' high jump.

Hampton-Dumont-CAL

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified an athlete in the girls' discus event.

Iowa Falls-Alden

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified an athlete in the girls' 100 meter hurdles.

South Hardin

A high school in Allison, Iowa that has qualified a girls' 4x100 meter relay team.

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The takeaway

The strong representation of local schools at the prestigious Drake Relays demonstrates the depth of talent and quality of high school track and field programs in the Allison, Iowa area. These young athletes have an exciting opportunity to showcase their skills on a regional stage and continue building the reputation of their schools' athletic programs.