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La Crosse Today
By the People, for the People
Area teams compete at La Crosse track meet
Otis-Bison and St. John athletes shine with multiple top finishes
Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:10pm
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Geometric abstraction captures the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of a high school track meet.La Crosse TodayHigh school track and field athletes from several area schools competed at the La Crosse Track Invitational on Thursday. Otis-Bison's Gavin Alloway won gold medals in the long jump and triple jump, while St. John's Braxton Alpers was the runner-up in the triple jump. Other standout performances came from St. John's Jericho Mawhirter in the 100m and Central Plains' Taylin Davis in the 3,200m.
Why it matters
This annual track meet provides an important early-season competition for high school athletes to showcase their skills and prepare for the rest of the season. The results highlight the strength of the track and field programs in this region and the talented student-athletes who represent their schools.
The details
Otis-Bison's Gavin Alloway had an impressive day, winning the long jump with a leap of 21-8 and the triple jump with a mark of 44-9. St. John's Braxton Alpers was the runner-up in the triple jump at 43-8.5. Tiger Jericho Mawhirter of St. John placed second in the 100m with a time of 11.88 seconds. In the girls' events, Central Plains' Taylin Davis finished second in the 3,200m with a time of 12:49.5, and Otis-Bison's Caitlyn Ficken was the runner-up in the high jump at 4-8.
- The La Crosse Track Invitational took place on Thursday, April 3, 2026.
The players
Gavin Alloway
A student-athlete from Otis-Bison High School who won gold medals in the long jump and triple jump at the La Crosse Track Invitational.
Braxton Alpers
A student-athlete from St. John High School who finished as the runner-up in the triple jump at the La Crosse Track Invitational.
Jericho Mawhirter
A student-athlete from St. John High School who placed second in the 100m at the La Crosse Track Invitational.
Taylin Davis
A student-athlete from Central Plains High School who finished second in the 3,200m at the La Crosse Track Invitational.
Caitlyn Ficken
A student-athlete from Otis-Bison High School who placed second in the high jump at the La Crosse Track Invitational.
The takeaway
The strong performances by athletes from Otis-Bison, St. John, and Central Plains at the La Crosse Track Invitational showcase the depth and talent of the track and field programs in this region. These results will help build momentum and confidence for the athletes as they prepare for the rest of the competitive season.
