Mount Gilead, Marion Harding Shine at Bucyrus Elks Meet

River Valley pole vaulters take top two spots at MOAC championships

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:15pm

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The girls track teams from Mount Gilead and Marion Harding posted strong performances at the recent Bucyrus Elks meet, with River Valley pole vaulters Eva Moran and Finley Blevins finishing first and second at the Mid Ohio Athletic Conference (MOAC) championships.

Why it matters

The Bucyrus Elks meet is a key regional competition that showcases the top high school track and field talent in the area. Strong showings by Mount Gilead and Marion Harding demonstrate the depth of athletic programs in these communities and set the stage for potential state-level success.

The details

At the MOAC championships, River Valley pole vaulters Eva Moran and Finley Blevins took the top two spots, highlighting the strength of the school's pole vault program. Mount Gilead and Marion Harding also had multiple top-3 finishes across various events, indicating well-rounded teams capable of competing at a high level.

  • The Bucyrus Elks meet took place on April 5, 2026.
  • The MOAC championships were held in the weeks leading up to the Bucyrus Elks meet.

The players

Eva Moran

A pole vaulter for the River Valley girls track team who won the MOAC championship.

Finley Blevins

A pole vaulter for the River Valley girls track team who finished second in the MOAC championship.

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The takeaway

The strong performances by Mount Gilead, Marion Harding, and River Valley at the Bucyrus Elks meet and MOAC championships showcase the depth of talent in the region's high school track and field programs, setting the stage for potential state-level success in the coming season.