Grand County High girls relay team sets school record

The 4x100 squad ranks 12th in Utah after winning the North Sevier Invitational

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:24pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the motion and energy of a relay race, with overlapping planes of bright red, royal blue, and golden yellow shapes representing the runners and the baton exchange.The Grand County High School girls relay team's record-breaking performance shatters the traditional boundaries of track and field competition.Moab Today

The Grand County High School girls 4x100 relay team broke the school record with a time of 50.42 seconds, finishing first at the North Sevier Invitational. The team, made up of seniors Kailee Meador and Hannah Burgess along with sisters Olivia and Makenna Jackman, now ranks 12th in the state of Utah.

Why it matters

The record-breaking performance by the Grand County High girls relay team showcases the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes, as well as the strength of the school's track and field program. Breaking a long-standing school record and achieving a top-12 state ranking is a significant accomplishment that will inspire the team and the broader community.

The details

The Grand County High School girls 4x100 relay team, consisting of seniors Kailee Meador and Hannah Burgess along with sisters Olivia and Makenna Jackman, won the North Sevier Invitational with a time of 50.42 seconds. This new school record surpassed the previous mark that Meador and Burgess had helped set as freshmen.

  • The North Sevier Invitational took place on April 2, 2026.

The players

Kailee Meador

A senior on the Grand County High School girls relay team who was part of the previous school record as a freshman.

Hannah Burgess

A senior on the Grand County High School girls relay team who was part of the previous school record as a freshman.

Olivia Jackman

A member of the Grand County High School girls relay team and sister of Makenna Jackman.

Makenna Jackman

A member of the Grand County High School girls relay team and sister of Olivia Jackman.

Jacob Francis

The head coach of the Grand County High School track and field team.

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What they’re saying

“Kailee and Hannah were both members of the previous school record when they were freshmen, so it was fulfilling to see them break it again as seniors who have worked really hard for years. It was also fun watching sisters Makenna and Olivia pass the batons to each other. These four girls work extremely hard and it's rewarding to see their hard work pay off.”

— Jacob Francis, Head Coach

What’s next

The Grand County High School girls relay team will look to continue their strong performance and improve their state ranking as they compete in upcoming track and field events.

The takeaway

The record-breaking achievement by the Grand County High School girls relay team demonstrates the power of dedication, teamwork, and a strong coaching staff to elevate a program and inspire a community. This success story highlights the positive impact that high school sports can have on student-athletes and their schools.