Battle Creek Track Invitational Results

4 area teams compete, with plenty of medalists returning home with hardware

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:14am

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After postponing the meet a day, the weather warmed up and it was a beautiful day for a track meet in Battle Creek, Nebraska. 4 area teams competed, with plenty of medalists returning home with hardware.

Why it matters

The Battle Creek Track Invitational is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases the athletic talent of high school track and field athletes from the surrounding region. The results of this meet can have significant implications for the teams and individuals, potentially impacting their standings, rankings, and qualification for state-level competitions.

The details

The meet featured a variety of track and field events, including sprints, middle-distance and long-distance runs, hurdles, relays, and field events such as shot put, discus, high jump, pole vault, and long jump. Several athletes from the competing teams, including Battle Creek, O'Neill, Elkhorn Valley, and Norfolk Catholic, stood out with impressive performances, earning gold, silver, and bronze medals.

  • The meet was originally scheduled for April 8, 2026 but was postponed a day due to weather.
  • The rescheduled meet took place on April 9, 2026.

The players

Lexie Dinkel

A track and field athlete from LHNE who won multiple events at the meet.

Andy Ricchio

A track and field athlete from Battle Creek who won multiple events at the meet.

Jamaya Koehlmoos

A track and field athlete from Norfolk Catholic who won multiple events at the meet.

Miles Clausen

A track and field athlete from Battle Creek who won multiple events at the meet.

Logan Black

A track and field athlete from Elkhorn Valley who won multiple events at the meet.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The Battle Creek Track Invitational showcased the exceptional talent and dedication of high school athletes from the region, with several standout performances that could have significant implications for the teams and individuals as they continue their seasons and pursue state-level competitions.