Marshfield, North Bend athletes compete in Oregon Relays

High school athletes from two coastal Oregon towns face off in prestigious track and field event.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 8:24pm

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Several athletes from Marshfield High School and North Bend High School traveled to Eugene, Oregon to compete in the annual Oregon Relays track and field meet over the past weekend. The Oregon Relays is one of the most prestigious high school track and field competitions in the Pacific Northwest, drawing top talent from across the region.

Why it matters

The Oregon Relays provide an opportunity for high school athletes from smaller coastal towns like Marshfield and North Bend to showcase their skills against elite competition from larger schools and cities. Performing well at this event can lead to college recruitment and scholarship opportunities for the participants.

The details

Marshfield sent a contingent of sprinters, distance runners, and field event athletes to the Oregon Relays, including senior Avery Thompson who placed 3rd in the 800m run. North Bend also had several standout performances, with junior Lila Garcia winning the girls' pole vault competition.

  • The Oregon Relays took place over the weekend of April 4-5, 2026.
  • Marshfield and North Bend athletes competed at the event on April 5th.

The players

Avery Thompson

A senior sprinter and distance runner from Marshfield High School who placed 3rd in the 800m event at the Oregon Relays.

Lila Garcia

A junior pole vaulter from North Bend High School who won the girls' pole vault competition at the Oregon Relays.

Marshfield High School

A public high school located in Coos Bay, Oregon that sent a contingent of athletes to compete at the Oregon Relays.

North Bend High School

A public high school located in North Bend, Oregon that also had several athletes participate in the Oregon Relays.

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What they’re saying

“It was an honor to compete against the best track and field athletes in the state. I'm proud of how our team represented Marshfield High School.”

— Avery Thompson, Marshfield High School Senior

“Winning the pole vault at the Oregon Relays is a dream come true. I've been working so hard, and it's great to see that pay off on a big stage like this.”

— Lila Garcia, North Bend High School Junior

The takeaway

The Oregon Relays provide a valuable opportunity for high school athletes from smaller coastal communities like Marshfield and North Bend to test their skills against elite competition and potentially earn college recruitment attention. The strong performances by athletes from both schools demonstrate the depth of talent in the region.