Columbus North Sends Strong Group to Hoosier State Relays

Bull Dog athletes qualify in range of events for premier Indiana indoor track meet

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:56am

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Columbus North will have a large contingent of athletes competing at the Hoosier State Relays, one of Indiana's top indoor track and field showcases. The Bull Dogs qualified competitors in distance races, relays, hurdles, and field events on both the boys and girls sides, demonstrating the depth of the program.

Why it matters

The Hoosier State Relays are considered an unofficial indoor state championship, so qualifying for the meet is a significant accomplishment. For Columbus North, the number of qualifiers across multiple events shows the strength and versatility of the program, setting them up for a strong performance against top statewide competition.

The details

To reach the Hoosier State Relays, athletes must finish among the top 24 in their event after qualifying meets conclude. Columbus North did far more than the minimum, sending qualifiers in a wide range of events on both the boys and girls sides. The Bull Dog boys qualified in the 3200 meters, 4x800 meter relay, and distance medley relay, while the girls qualified in the high jump, shot put, long jump, 3200 meters, 60-meter hurdles, and 4x800 meter relay.

  • The Hoosier State Relays will take place in the coming weeks.

The players

Columbus North

A high school in Columbus, Indiana, known for its strong track and field program.

Denton Sluder

A Columbus North athlete who qualified for the Hoosier State Relays in the 3200 meters.

Emma Haston

A Columbus North athlete who qualified for the Hoosier State Relays in the high jump.

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What they’re saying

“To reach the Hoosier State Relays, athletes must finish among the top 24 in their event after qualifying meets conclude, which means simply making the field is an accomplishment.”

— Jeremy Giggy, Sports Director, White River Broadcasting

What’s next

The Hoosier State Relays will take place in the coming weeks, where Columbus North will look to make a strong showing against top competition from across Indiana.

The takeaway

Columbus North's large contingent of qualifiers for the prestigious Hoosier State Relays demonstrates the depth and versatility of the school's track and field program, positioning them as a force to be reckoned with at one of Indiana's premier indoor track and field events.