David City, Aquinas Compete at Puetz Memorial Track Meet

Early season track and field action in Columbus showcases top talent from two local high schools.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:06pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold primary colors depicting the dynamic motion and overlapping perspectives of a high school track and field competition.A cubist interpretation of the competitive energy and team spirit on display at the annual Puetz Memorial high school track meet.Columbus Today

The annual Puetz Memorial track and field meet in Columbus, Ohio saw strong performances from athletes representing David City High School and Aquinas High School on Tuesday. The early-season competition provided an opportunity for both teams to post early times and distances as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

The Puetz Memorial meet is a long-standing tradition in the Columbus area, drawing top talent from the region's high schools. Strong showings at this event can help build momentum and confidence for athletes and teams as they look to make an impact in their respective state championships later in the year.

The details

David City and Aquinas, two of the top high school track and field programs in the state, sent large contingents of athletes to compete in a variety of running, jumping, and throwing events at the Puetz Memorial meet. Both teams were able to put up impressive results, with several individuals and relay teams posting times and distances that rank among the best in their respective event categories so far this season.

  • The Puetz Memorial track and field meet took place on Tuesday, April 6, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

The players

David City High School

A public high school located in David City, Nebraska that fields competitive track and field teams.

Aquinas High School

A private Catholic high school located in Columbus, Ohio known for its strong athletics programs, including track and field.

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What’s next

Both David City and Aquinas will look to build on their performances at the Puetz Memorial as they continue their seasons, with the ultimate goal of qualifying athletes for their respective state championship meets later this year.

The takeaway

The Puetz Memorial track and field meet provides an important early-season benchmark for high school programs in the Columbus area, allowing them to assess their strengths and identify areas for improvement as they work towards their ultimate goals of conference, regional, and state-level success.