Beggs Middle School Invitational Showcases Regional Talent

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The Beggs Middle School Invitational brought together 27 teams from across the region, including athletes from Beggs, Preston, Henryetta, Twin Hills and Schulter. The meet featured strong performances from all five local programs, with multiple podium finishes and standout individual efforts shaping both the boys and girls divisions.

Why it matters

The Beggs Middle School Invitational is a key event that highlights the depth of athletic talent in this region of Oklahoma. The meet provides an opportunity for young athletes to compete against their peers and showcase their skills, setting the stage for future success at the high school level.

The details

In the boys' competition, Beggs earned a first-place finish in the 8th grade 4x400 relay, while Henryetta had strong showings in multiple relay events. Individual standouts included Henryetta's Grayson Gillispie winning the 800 meters and Preston's Tyrell Dewberry placing seventh in the 100 meters. On the girls' side, Twin Hills' Millie Washington dominated the 100-meter hurdles and 300-meter hurdles, while Henryetta's Lakin Taylor won the 400-meter dash. Beggs and Henryetta also had strong relay performances across the board.

• The Beggs Middle School Invitational took place on April 8, 2026.

What’s next

The athletes and coaches from the participating schools will now focus on the remainder of the middle school sports season, with the goal of continuing to improve and potentially qualifying for state-level competitions.