Relays, Records, Results.

Chippewa’s girls and boys track teams both placed 1st in the April 7th tri-meet, with standout performances and a clean sweep of the girls’ relay events.

Chippewa’s track program came out flying at the April 7th tri-meet, topping both Smithville and Hillsdale in an exciting evening of competition. With powerful relay runs, dominant field performances, and multiple individual wins, the Chipps left no doubt about their strength across the board.

The girls team swept every relay, winning the 4×100, 4×200, 4×400, and 4×800. Maryn West, Lea Ferrell, Andie Atkinson, and Aubrey Meholick led the charge in the 4×100, while Maya Lizzaraga, Izzy LaMonica, Ashlyn Kreiger, and Gianna Neely secured the 4×200. In the 4×400, Lea Ferrell, Sara Blaz, Andie Atkinson, and Aubrey Meholick brought the win home, and the 4×800 was locked down by Jill Luecke, Lydia Wertz, Gianna Neely, and Maya Lizzaraga.

Individually, Jill Luecke took 1st in the mile, Aubrey Meholick won the 400, and Sara Blaz claimed the 800. In field events, Sara Blaz also soared to 1st in the high jump, followed by Lea Ferrell and LG Tetzel in 2nd and 3rd.

The boys team matched the momentum, winning three out of four relays and taking home several top spots in both track and field events. Brock Bennett, Jagger Williams, Jonas Radebaugh, and Beckett Forss powered through the 4×100, while the 4×200 and 4×400 also ended in victories for the Chipps.

Chippewa swept the long jump podium—Jackson Williams took 1st, with Dereck Powell and Lincoln Rethmel rounding out the top three. Paxton Becht led the pole vault event, followed by Cullen Schmolt and Wyatt Dannemiller.

This dominant showing from both squads highlights not just athletic talent, but teamwork, depth, and determination across the board. The season is heating up—and the Chipps are just getting started.