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Greene County Rams Begin Outdoor Track & Field Season
High school teams from across Iowa to compete at Simpson College Classic
Mar. 24, 2026 at 4:16pm
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The Greene County Rams high school track and field teams will kick off their outdoor season today at the High School Classic meet hosted by Simpson College in Indianola. The coed event features 14 teams from across Iowa, including the state's largest high school, Valley of West Des Moines.
Why it matters
The High School Classic marks the start of the outdoor track and field season for the Rams, who are coming off a successful indoor campaign. The meet will provide an early test for the team as they compete against a wide range of school sizes from 1A to 4A.
The details
The Rams were at the Buena Vista University High School Elite Meet last Saturday and will look to carry that momentum into today's competition at Simpson College. The team is led by boys' head coach Chad Morton and girls' head coach Derek Merk, and has approximately 70 athletes combined on the boys' and girls' squads.
- The High School Classic meet is scheduled for a 3 p.m. start on Monday, March 24, 2026.
- The Rams competed at the Buena Vista University High School Elite Meet on Saturday, March 22, 2026.
The players
Chad Morton
Head coach of the Greene County Rams boys' track and field team.
Derek Merk
Head coach of the Greene County Rams girls' track and field team.
What’s next
The Rams will look to use the High School Classic as a springboard to a successful outdoor season, with several key meets and championships on the horizon.
The takeaway
The start of the outdoor track and field season marks an exciting time for the Greene County Rams, who will have the opportunity to compete against a diverse range of schools and showcase their talents on the larger stage.
