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Newark Today
By the People, for the People
Granville Track Invitational Showcases Top Talent
Host Granville and Newark compete in annual high school track meet
Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:33am
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The Granville Invitational track meet showcased the region's top high school talent, with athletes from Granville and Newark delivering standout performances.Newark TodayThe annual Granville Invitational track and field meet took place on April 17, 2026 at Walter J. Hodges Stadium. Granville and Newark were among the teams that competed in the event, with athletes from both schools putting on impressive performances across a variety of events.
Why it matters
The Granville Invitational is a highly anticipated annual event that draws top high school track and field talent from the region. The meet provides an opportunity for athletes to compete against elite competition and showcase their skills ahead of the state championships.
The details
Granville's Annie McCracken set a new state record in her winning performance in the high jump event. Other standout performances included Granville's Bode Shoaps in the 100-meter dash, Newark's Jacob Buell in the 800-meter relay, and Newark's Meredith Pyle in the 1,600-meter run.
- The Granville Invitational track meet took place on April 17, 2026.
- The event is held annually at Walter J. Hodges Stadium in Granville, Ohio.
The players
Annie McCracken
A Granville High School athlete who set a new state record in the high jump event.
Bode Shoaps
A Granville High School athlete who competed in the 100-meter dash.
Jacob Buell
A Newark High School athlete who ran the leadoff leg of the 800-meter relay.
Meredith Pyle
A Newark High School athlete who competed in the 1,600-meter run.
Walter J. Hodges Stadium
The venue where the Granville Invitational track meet is held annually.
What they’re saying
“It's always exciting to see the top talent in the region come together for this meet. The level of competition really pushes the athletes to perform at their best.”
— Bode Shoaps, Granville High School Athlete
“Breaking the state record in the high jump was an incredible feeling. I've been working hard all season and it's great to see that effort pay off on a big stage like this.”
— Annie McCracken, Granville High School Athlete
What’s next
The top performers from the Granville Invitational will look to carry their momentum into the upcoming state championships, where they will compete against the best high school athletes from across Ohio.
The takeaway
The Granville Invitational showcased the depth of talent in the region's high school track and field programs, with athletes from both Granville and Newark delivering standout performances. The annual meet provides a valuable opportunity for these young athletes to test themselves against elite competition and prepare for the ultimate goal of state championship glory.
