Results from Tatum, Gladewater relays

High school track and field teams compete in regional meets

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:28pm

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High school track and field teams from across East Texas competed in the Tatum and Gladewater relays over the weekend, with Bullard, Henderson, Tatum, and Pine Tree among the top finishers in the varsity boys and girls events.

Why it matters

These regional track meets are important qualifying events for the state championships, and the results provide a snapshot of which teams and athletes are emerging as top contenders in their respective events and divisions.

The details

At the Tatum Relays, the Bullard boys team won the overall team title with 195 points, followed by Henderson (141), Tatum (99), and others. On the girls side, Bullard (160 points) and Timpson (138) finished 1-2. At the Walter Derrick Relays in Gladewater, the Pine Tree boys (132 points) and Spring Hill girls (154) were the team champions.

  • The Tatum Relays took place on March 28, 2026.
  • The Walter Derrick Relays in Gladewater were held on the same day, March 28, 2026.

The players

Bullard High School

A high school located in Bullard, Texas that had strong showings in both the boys and girls varsity events at the Tatum Relays.

Henderson High School

A high school located in Henderson, Texas that finished second in the boys varsity team standings at the Tatum Relays.

Tatum High School

A high school located in Tatum, Texas that placed third in the boys varsity team competition and had several individual event winners at the Tatum Relays.

Pine Tree High School

A high school located in Longview, Texas that won the boys varsity team title at the Walter Derrick Relays in Gladewater.

Spring Hill High School

A high school located in Spring Hill, Texas that won the girls varsity team championship at the Walter Derrick Relays in Gladewater.

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What they’re saying

“These regional track meets are always exciting to see which teams and athletes are emerging as the top contenders heading into the state championships.”

— Amber Lollar, Sports Reporter

What’s next

The top finishers from these regional meets will advance to the state track and field championships, which are scheduled for May 15-17 in Austin.

The takeaway

High school track and field programs across East Texas are gearing up for the climactic end of the season, with athletes and teams vying for state titles and the chance to compete at the highest level of competition.