Stein Hits All-Time Ranks, Jaeckle Leads 1-2-3 Sweep

St. Olaf track stars shine at Manitou Classic meet

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:49am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting overlapping planes of runners, hurdles, and field event equipment, capturing the energy and competition of the Manitou Classic track and field meet.St. Olaf's track and field stars shine at the Manitou Classic, with record-breaking performances and a dominant team sweep.Northfield Today

At the Manitou Classic track and field event hosted by St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, senior runner Stein set a new all-time school record in the 800m event, while sophomore Izzi Jaeckle led a 1-2-3 sweep for the Oles in the 5000m race.

Why it matters

The Manitou Classic is a highly competitive annual track and field meet that draws top talent from across the Midwest region. Stein and Jaeckle's standout performances showcase the strength of St. Olaf's track and field program and their ability to compete at the highest collegiate levels.

The details

Stein's record-breaking 800m time of 1:48.23 is the fastest ever recorded by a St. Olaf athlete, besting the previous mark set in 2018. In the 5000m, Jaeckle crossed the line first with a time of 14:32.17, followed by teammates Lena Brandt and Amelia Olson in second and third place respectively.

  • The Manitou Classic track and field event took place on April 11, 2026.

The players

Stein

A senior runner for the St. Olaf College track and field team who set a new school record in the 800m event at the Manitou Classic.

Izzi Jaeckle

A sophomore runner for the St. Olaf College track and field team who won the 5000m event and led a 1-2-3 sweep for the Oles at the Manitou Classic.

Lena Brandt

A teammate of Izzi Jaeckle on the St. Olaf College track and field team, finishing second in the 5000m event at the Manitou Classic.

Amelia Olson

A teammate of Izzi Jaeckle on the St. Olaf College track and field team, finishing third in the 5000m event at the Manitou Classic.

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What they’re saying

“Stein's record-breaking performance is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire track and field program. We're incredibly proud of what our student-athletes have accomplished.”

— Greta Hanson, Head Coach, St. Olaf Track and Field

“The 1-2-3 finish in the 5000m was a total team effort. Izzi, Lena, and Amelia have been pushing each other in practice all season, and it showed on the track today.”

— Greta Hanson, Head Coach, St. Olaf Track and Field

What’s next

The Oles will look to build on their strong performances at the Manitou Classic as they prepare for the upcoming MIAC Outdoor Track and Field Championships in May.

The takeaway

St. Olaf's track and field program continues to demonstrate its depth and talent, with standout individual performances and team sweeps showcasing the Oles' ability to compete at the highest levels of collegiate competition.