Regina's Brendan Olney Wins Iowa State Track Title

High school senior aims to build on indoor success in outdoor season

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:13am

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Iowa City Regina senior Brendan Olney won the indoor state track title in his event to start his final high school season. Now he's focused on continuing that success in the upcoming outdoor season and reaching new heights in his athletic career.

Why it matters

Olney's state title win is a significant achievement for the young athlete, demonstrating his talent and potential. As he enters his senior year, his performance will be closely watched by coaches, scouts, and fans who are eager to see if he can build on this early success and cement his status as one of the top high school track and field competitors in Iowa.

The details

Olney, the ninth seed going into the state meet, was able to exceed expectations and claim the indoor state title in his event. He credits his confidence and belief in his abilities as key factors in his victory. Now, the focus shifts to the outdoor season, where Olney will look to replicate and potentially surpass his indoor accomplishments.

  • Olney won the indoor state title to start his senior season in 2026.
  • The outdoor track season is upcoming, where Olney will aim to continue his success.

The players

Brendan Olney

A senior at Iowa City Regina High School who recently won the indoor state track title in his event, and is now focused on building on that success in the outdoor season.

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What they’re saying

“I went into that meet knowing I was the ninth seed and knowing I could jump a lot higher — I just kind of felt it,”

— Brendan Olney, Iowa City Regina Senior

What’s next

Olney will look to carry his indoor success into the upcoming outdoor track season, where he will aim to defend his state title and potentially set new personal bests.

The takeaway

Brendan Olney's state title win demonstrates his talent and potential as a high school track and field athlete. As he enters his senior season, all eyes will be on him to see if he can build on this early success and cement his status as one of the top competitors in the state.