Benson/KMS Track and Field Dominates at Murray County Central Meet

Braves win 11 events at the Dick Davidson Invite

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:50am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and competition of a track and field event, with overlapping planes of color and form.Benson/KMS track and field athletes showcase their explosive talent and competitive spirit at the Dick Davidson Invitational.Slayton Today

The Benson/Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg (Benson/KMS) track and field teams had a strong showing at the Dick Davidson Invitational hosted by Murray County Central, winning 11 events across both the boys' and girls' competitions.

Why it matters

The early season success for Benson/KMS is an encouraging sign for the program, which is looking to build on its past achievements and compete at a high level in the upcoming season.

The details

On the girls' side, Ava Noble and Mamie Luft each won two individual events, with Noble taking the 100-meter hurdles and 300-meter hurdles, and Luft winning the shot put and discus. The Benson/KMS girls also won the 4x100-meter and 4x800-meter relays. For the boys, Connor Stine won the 100-meter dash, Mario Alvarez won the high jump, and the 4x100-meter relay team also took first place.

  • The Dick Davidson Invitational was held on Monday, March 31, 2026.
  • Benson/KMS will compete next at the Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Invitational on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Ava Noble

A Benson/KMS athlete who won the 100-meter hurdles and 300-meter hurdles events.

Mamie Luft

A Benson/KMS athlete who won the shot put and discus events.

Kaida Helgenset

A Benson/KMS athlete who won the 400-meter dash.

Carly Tolifson

A Benson/KMS athlete who won the high jump.

Connor Stine

A Benson/KMS athlete who won the 100-meter dash.

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What’s next

Benson/KMS will look to build on their strong start when they compete at the Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Invitational on April 7, 2026.

The takeaway

Benson/KMS's early season dominance at the Dick Davidson Invitational demonstrates the program's depth and talent, and suggests they could be a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming track and field season.