Carthage Bulldogs Advance Three to Regional Track Meet

Knighton, Pittman, and Lewis earn spots after strong showings at Area Meet

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:03am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school track and field competition, with the athletes and field events broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of navy blue and gold.The Carthage Bulldogs' track and field program continues its tradition of excellence, with three athletes advancing to the Regional Meet through their standout performances.Carthage Today

Several athletes from Carthage High School in Texas have qualified for the upcoming Regional Track Meet after impressive performances at the Area Meet. Kooper Knighton, Vernon Pittman, and Jaydon Lewis all earned spots in their respective events and will move on to compete at the next level of competition.

Why it matters

Track and field is a point of pride for the Carthage community, and advancing athletes to the Regional Meet is an important milestone that showcases the strength of the school's program and the dedication of its student-athletes.

The details

Knighton, Pittman, and Lewis all turned in standout showings at the Area Meet to secure their spots at Regionals. Knighton qualified in multiple events, while Pittman and Lewis each earned a spot in a single event through their strong performances.

  • The Area Meet took place on April 15, 2026.
  • The Regional Track Meet is scheduled for April 24-25, 2026.

The players

Kooper Knighton

A multi-event qualifier from Carthage High School who will be competing at the Regional Track Meet.

Vernon Pittman

A Carthage High School athlete who earned a spot in the Regional Track Meet in a single event.

Jaydon Lewis

Another Carthage High School track and field competitor who qualified for the Regional Meet in one event.

Carthage High School

The high school located in Carthage, Texas that the three qualifying athletes attend.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really proud of how our athletes performed at the Area Meet and excited to see them compete at Regionals. They've worked hard all season and deserve this opportunity.”

— Coach Samantha Wilkins, Head Track and Field Coach, Carthage High School

What’s next

The Regional Track Meet will take place on April 24-25, 2026, where the Carthage Bulldogs will look to continue their strong season and advance athletes to the State competition.

The takeaway

Carthage High School's track and field program continues to produce talented athletes who are able to compete at the highest levels of competition. The school's commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes is paying dividends.