Six Local Athletes Set Meet Records at Big Red Invitational

Sharon boys, Slippery Rock girls claim team titles in Pennsylvania track and field event

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:55am

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The 2026 Big Red Invitational track and field meet in West Middlesex, Pennsylvania saw six local athletes set new meet records, while the Sharon boys and Slippery Rock girls teams claimed the overall team titles.

Why it matters

This annual high school track and field competition is a major event for the region, showcasing top talent from schools across western Pennsylvania. Setting meet records and winning team championships are significant achievements that highlight the strength of local athletic programs.

The details

At the Big Red Invitational, six local athletes set new meet records in their respective events. On the boys' side, Jayden Watkins of Sharon High School broke the 800m record, and the 4x400m relay team from Sharon also set a new mark. For the girls, Slippery Rock's Olivia Simmons won the 100m hurdles and set a record, while her teammate Sophia Hernandez did the same in the 300m hurdles. The Slippery Rock girls also set records in the 4x100m and 4x800m relays.

  • The 2026 Big Red Invitational track and field meet took place on April 11, 2026.

The players

Jayden Watkins

A student-athlete from Sharon High School who set a new meet record in the 800m event.

Olivia Simmons

A track and field competitor from Slippery Rock High School who set a new meet record in the 100m hurdles.

Sophia Hernandez

A track and field athlete from Slippery Rock High School who set a new meet record in the 300m hurdles.

Sharon High School Boys' Track and Field Team

The boys' track and field team from Sharon High School that won the overall team title at the Big Red Invitational.

Slippery Rock High School Girls' Track and Field Team

The girls' track and field team from Slippery Rock High School that won the overall team title at the Big Red Invitational.

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The takeaway

The strong performances by local athletes and teams at the Big Red Invitational showcase the depth of talent in the region's high school track and field programs. These record-breaking feats and team championships will likely generate excitement and pride within the local communities.