Wildcats and Ironheads run to success at Checotah Crossroads Classic Track Meet

Eufaula and Checotah athletes shine at annual track and field event

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:01am

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The Checotah Wildcats and Eufaula Ironheads had a successful day at the Checotah Crossroads Classic Track meet on Thursday. Bethany won the meet as a team with Beggs placing second, Eufaula third and Checotah ninth overall. Eufaula and Checotah athletes put in strong individual performances across multiple events.

Why it matters

The Checotah Crossroads Classic is an important annual track and field event for local high schools, showcasing the talent and hard work of athletes from the Eufaula and Checotah communities. Strong performances at this meet can lead to further success for these student-athletes as they progress through the season.

The details

Highlights for the Eufaula Ironheads included Broc Martin placing second in the 100m, the boys 4x100m relay team winning their event, and Leah Green finishing second in the girls 100m dash. For the Checotah Wildcats, Nikia Carr won the girls 400m dash, Jaidyn Wolfe placed second in the 300m hurdles, and the girls 4x400m relay team finished fifth.

  • The Checotah Crossroads Classic Track meet took place on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Broc Martin

An athlete for the Eufaula Ironheads who placed second in the 100m event.

Ledger Folsom

An athlete for the Eufaula Ironheads who placed third in the 100m event.

R'Reon Morrow

An athlete for the Eufaula Ironheads who placed seventh in the 100m event and fifth in the long jump.

Nikia Carr

An athlete for the Checotah Wildcats who won the girls 400m dash.

Jaidyn Wolfe

An athlete for the Checotah Wildcats who placed second in the 300m hurdles.

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What they’re saying

“The Checotah Crossroads Classic is an important annual track and field event for local high schools, showcasing the talent and hard work of athletes from the Eufaula and Checotah communities.”

— Rodney Haltom, Sports Editor

What’s next

The Eufaula Ironheads and Checotah Wildcats will look to build on their strong performances at the Checotah Crossroads Classic as they continue their track and field seasons, with the goal of qualifying more athletes for the state championships.

The takeaway

The success of the Eufaula and Checotah track and field programs at the Checotah Crossroads Classic demonstrates the depth of talent and dedication of student-athletes in these communities, who are poised for continued achievement throughout the season.