Bedford Track Meet Sees Standout Performances

Knights Alley and Nuckolls Shine for Fremont Mills

Apr. 1, 2026 at 3:07am

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The Bedford Early Bird Co-Ed track meet saw the home team Bedford win the boys competition, while Fremont Mills took the girls title. Standout performances came from Lana Alley and Carlie Nuckolls of Fremont Mills, who each won four events.

Why it matters

This early-season track meet provided an opportunity for athletes from across western Iowa to compete and showcase their talents. The results highlight the depth of talent in the region and set the stage for the rest of the season.

The details

In the boys competition, Bedford won with 150 points, followed by Griswold (85) and Nodaway Valley (66). On the girls side, Fremont Mills dominated with 150 points, with Griswold (85) and Nodaway Valley (66) rounding out the top three. Lana Alley and Carlie Nuckolls of Fremont Mills were the stars of the meet, each winning four individual events.

  • The Early Bird Co-Ed track meet was held on Tuesday night in Bedford, Iowa.

The players

Lana Alley

A standout athlete for Fremont Mills, Alley won the 100 Hurdles and 200-meter dash, setting a personal record in the 200.

Carlie Nuckolls

Nuckolls, also of Fremont Mills, won the 400 Hurdles and was part of the 4x100 and Shuttle Hurdle relay teams.

Carsyn Adams

A Griswold athlete, Adams won the 400-meter dash and finished second in the 100 Hurdles, 400 Hurdles, and anchored the Shuttle Hurdle relay team.

Ella Gade

Gade of Griswold won the discus event with a best throw of 108 feet.

Gabe Winkelmann

Winkelmann of Nodaway Valley was a double winner in the 800 and 3200-meter runs, and also helped the Wolverines win the 4x800 relay.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This early-season track meet showcased the depth of talent in western Iowa, with standout performances from athletes across multiple schools. The results will set the stage for an exciting and competitive track season ahead.