Cross County, Fillmore Central Track Teams Compete at Thayer Central

The Cougars and Panthers faced off in a pre-Easter track meet in Hebron, Nebraska.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 2:26am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting high school track and field athletes in motion, with bold splashes of the team colors of Cross County and Fillmore Central, conveying the dynamic energy of the competition.A cubist interpretation of the competitive energy and school spirit on display at the Thayer Central track meet.Hebron Today

The Cross County and Fillmore Central track teams traveled to Hebron, Nebraska to compete at the Thayer Central track meet, the final competition before Easter break. The Cross County girls had a strong showing, racking up 73 points to finish second overall.

Why it matters

This local track meet is an important event for the high school athletes in the area to showcase their skills and compete against rival teams before the end of the spring season. The results can impact conference standings and qualify athletes for postseason competitions.

The details

The Cross County girls team finished second overall with 73 points, led by strong individual performances. The Fillmore Central boys and girls teams also competed at the meet, facing off against their local rivals.

  • The track meet took place on April 7, 2026, the final competition before Easter break.

The players

Cross County

The Cross County high school track and field team, representing the Cougars.

Fillmore Central

The Fillmore Central high school track and field team, representing the Panthers.

Thayer Central

The host school for the track meet, located in Hebron, Nebraska.

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The takeaway

This local track meet showcased the talent and competitive spirit of the high school athletes in the region, as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the spring season.