West Central Trojans kick off 2026 track season in Brookings

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The West Central Trojans track and field team opened their 2026 season at the Ruth Marske Invitational meet in Brookings, South Dakota on March 28. The Trojans' 4x800m relay team placed second with a time of 10:08.11, while the 4x200m relay team also had a strong showing.

Why it matters

The Ruth Marske Invitational is an early-season meet that allows high school track and field teams in the region to gauge their progress and see how they stack up against the competition. A solid start to the season can set the tone for the rest of the year and build momentum for the Trojans as they aim for conference and state titles.

The details

At the Ruth Marske Invitational, the West Central Trojans' 4x800m relay team of Aubrey Borns, Brooklyn Sunderman, Sarah Johnson and Lucy Rozeboom placed second with a time of 10:08.11. The 4x200m relay team also had a strong performance, though their exact finishing position was not provided in the report.

• The 2026 track season opened on Saturday, March 28 at the Ruth Marske Invitational in Brookings, South Dakota.

What’s next

The West Central Trojans will look to build on their strong start to the season as they compete in upcoming meets and work towards conference and state championships.