Valley View's Oprishko sets LTC mark in 200 in win over Scranton

Gavin Oprishko's record-breaking time highlights Cougars' victory over Lackawanna Track Conference rival

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:35am

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Valley View's Gavin Oprishko won the 200-meter dash in a time of 21.54 seconds to set a new Lackawanna Track Conference record, surpassing the previous mark of 21.57 set by North Pocono's Colin Kravitz in 2023. Oprishko's blazing time highlighted an 80-70 win for the Cougars over Scranton in a Division I boys track and field meet.

Why it matters

Oprishko's record-setting performance in the 200m establishes him as one of the top sprinters in the conference, and his victory helped Valley View secure an important early-season win over a divisional rival. The Cougars' strong all-around showing, with multiple event winners, demonstrates their depth and potential to contend for the LTC title.

The details

In addition to his record-breaking time in the 200m, Oprishko also won the 100m dash for Valley View. The Cougars got additional event wins from Ish Turner in the 110m hurdles and 300m hurdles, Cooper Courtright in the 1,600m and 3,200m, and Brady Cunningham in the discus and javelin. Scranton was led by Brady Hopkins, who won the 800m and was part of the winning 3,200m relay and 1,600m relay teams.

  • Oprishko's time of 21.54 seconds in the 200m set a new Lackawanna Track Conference record, surpassing the previous mark of 21.57 set by North Pocono's Colin Kravitz in 2023.
  • The meet took place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Gavin Oprishko

A standout sprinter for Valley View High School who set a new Lackawanna Track Conference record in the 200-meter dash with a time of 21.54 seconds.

Colin Kravitz

The previous record holder in the 200m for the Lackawanna Track Conference, setting a time of 21.57 seconds in 2023 while competing for North Pocono High School.

Valley View High School

The boys track and field team from Valley View High School, who defeated Scranton 80-70 in a Lackawanna Track Conference Division I meet.

Scranton High School

The boys track and field team from Scranton High School, who fell to Valley View 80-70 in the Lackawanna Track Conference Division I meet.

Brady Hopkins

A standout distance runner for Scranton High School, winning the 800m and being part of the winning 3,200m relay and 1,600m relay teams.

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The takeaway

Gavin Oprishko's record-breaking performance in the 200m highlights Valley View's depth and potential to be a top contender in the Lackawanna Track Conference this season. The Cougars' ability to win multiple events across sprints, hurdles, and distance races suggests they have the talent to challenge for the Division I title.