Owosso's Gabi Hufnagel Poised for State Track Title Run

Trojans' star sprinter aims to lead team to success in 2026 season.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:37pm

A vibrant, cubist-style painting depicting a girls' track race broken down into fragmented, overlapping geometric shapes and planes of bold colors, capturing the dynamic energy of the competition.Owosso's star sprinter Gabi Hufnagel aims to reach new heights with a potential state title run this spring.Owosso Today

Owosso High School's Gabi Hufnagel is expected to be one of the top girls track and field athletes in Michigan this year, with the senior sprinter setting her sights on a state championship title.

Why it matters

Hufnagel's potential state title bid would mark a major accomplishment for the Owosso Trojans program, which has not had an individual state champion in girls track and field in over a decade.

The details

Gabi Hufnagel, a senior at Owosso High School, is the team's top returning sprinter after a standout junior season. Coaches and local media are projecting Hufnagel as a favorite to win the state title in one or more sprint events this year.

  • The 2026 girls track and field season begins in early April.
  • The Michigan state championships are scheduled for the first weekend in June.

The players

Gabi Hufnagel

A senior sprinter at Owosso High School who is expected to be one of the top girls track athletes in Michigan this season.

Owosso High School

The public high school located in Owosso, Michigan that Gabi Hufnagel attends and competes for on the girls track and field team.

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What they’re saying

“Gabi has really taken her training to the next level this offseason. We're expecting big things from her this spring.”

— Owosso Girls Track Coach

What’s next

Hufnagel and the Owosso Trojans will open their season on April 5th with a dual meet against rival Corunna High School.

The takeaway

Owosso's Gabi Hufnagel is poised to make a run at the Michigan girls track and field state championship this season, potentially ending her high school career on a high note and bringing pride to her hometown program.