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Lex Track Dominates in Opening Invite
Short-handed Lexington squad still proves formidable in season opener
Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:54pm
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Lexington's depth and talent shine through, even with key athletes missing, as the team dominates the season-opening track and field invitational.North Robinson TodayDespite missing two of their top athletes, the Lexington High School track and field team put on a dominant performance at the season-opening invitational meet, with standout performances across multiple events.
Why it matters
Lexington is a perennial powerhouse in Ohio high school track and field, and their ability to win convincingly even without some of their star athletes shows the overall depth and talent of the program. This early-season victory sets them up as a team to watch throughout the season.
The details
Lexington was missing two of their top athletes, Latrell and Dantrell, who are known as strong competitors in the area. However, the rest of the Lexington squad stepped up, led by junior Nate Reed, who had several impressive finishes to pick up the slack. The team's depth and coaching allowed them to dominate the competition despite the absences.
- The invitational meet took place on April 3, 2026, kicking off the new high school track and field season.
The players
Nate Reed
A junior on the Lexington High School track and field team who had standout performances to lead his short-handed squad to victory.
Latrell
A top athlete on the Lexington High School track and field team who was absent from the season-opening invitational.
Dantrell
Another top athlete on the Lexington High School track and field team who was absent from the season-opening invitational.
Lexington High School
A perennial powerhouse in Ohio high school track and field, known for their depth and talent across multiple events.
What they’re saying
“We knew Latrell and Dantrell weren't going to be here and they're known around the area for being real good,”
— Nate Reed, Junior, Lexington High School Track and Field
What’s next
Lexington will look to continue their strong start to the season at their next invitational meet on April 17th.
The takeaway
Lexington's ability to win convincingly without some of their top athletes demonstrates the overall depth and talent of their track and field program, making them a team to watch throughout the 2026 season.