Illinois Top Times Indoor Track & Field Results

Highlights from the 2026 state championships at the Shirk Center

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:55am

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The 2026 Illinois Top Times Indoor Track & Field Championships took place last weekend at the Shirk Center, with athletes from across the state competing in events ranging from sprints to distance races to field events. First through eighth place finishers received medals in each event.

Why it matters

The annual Illinois Top Times meet is a premier event that showcases the state's top high school track and field talent, providing a platform for athletes to compete at the highest level and potentially earn college recruitment opportunities.

The details

The meet featured standout performances across all classes, with several athletes earning multiple medals. In the 1A girls' division, Klaire Eighner of Maroa Forsyth won the 3200m and placed third in the 1600m, while Maggie Zimmerman of PORTA took second in both distance events. On the boys' side, Jacob Barth of Auburn placed second in the 400m, and the Pleasant Plains 4x200m relay team took first place.

  • The 2026 Illinois Top Times Indoor Championships were held on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28.
  • The meet took place at the Shirk Center in Mason, Illinois.

The players

Klaire Eighner

A 1A girls' athlete from Maroa Forsyth High School who won the 3200m and placed third in the 1600m.

Maggie Zimmerman

A 1A girls' distance runner from PORTA High School who took second in both the 1600m and 3200m.

Jacob Barth

A 1A boys' athlete from Auburn High School who placed second in the 400m.

Pleasant Plains

The 1A boys' 4x200m relay team that won their event.

Shirk Center

The indoor track and field facility in Mason, Illinois that hosted the 2026 Illinois Top Times Championships.

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What’s next

The top performers from the Illinois Top Times meet will look to carry their momentum into the outdoor track and field season, which culminates with the IHSA state championships in May.

The takeaway

The 2026 Illinois Top Times Indoor Championships showcased the depth of talent in the state, with athletes from all classes delivering impressive results and setting the stage for an exciting outdoor season ahead.