By Tom Nader

Publisher and Editor

The high school boys track and field previews for the 2026 season.

AURORA GREENMEN

Head Coach: Chris Radtke, 11th year.

Coaching Staff: Greg Cicero. Mark Dingman, Brendan Gallagher, Dave Kindall, Alexus Loze, Tom Nalepa, Jenna Schadle, Megan Watt.

2025 Results: 3-1 Suburban League American Conference, Suburban League champions; 3rd at Austintown District.

2025 State Qualifiers: 4×100 Relay (Luke McGovern, Quincy John, Ishaan Sheik, Luke Geyer), 5th place; 200 Meters, Luke McGovern, 12th place.

Returning Lettermen (16): Nathan Eminian, sr.; Luke Geyer, sr.; Dorian Gooden, sr.; Josh Guzy, sr.; Quincy John, sr.; Carson Aardema, jr.; Cooper Ertle, jr.; Gui Goedert, jr.; Charlie Lang, jr.; Luke McGovern, jr.; Brady Stenger, jr.; Jack Trog, jr.; Oliver Nenadal, soph.; Jayden Orr, soph.; Jacoble Schadle, soph.; Sebastian Will, soph.

Lettermen Lost (5): Ishaan Shaik, Athan Salgado, Colin Dockman, Zack Ploskunak, Connor Flynn.

Season Outlook: “We are eager to build on last year’s Suburban League championship,” head coach Chris Radtke said. “While we graduated two key senior sprinters in Ishaan Shaik and Athan Salgado, we return strong depth in the sprint group, promising talent in the distance events and several experienced letter winners in the jumps and throws. Last season provided

valuable experience that should serve us well moving forward. The American Division of the Suburban League is always highly competitive, but we expect to be right in the mix again this spring.”

SPRINTERS

Junior Cooper Ertle is described by Radtke as the “definition of an all-around athlete.”

“He can anchor a sprint relay, outlast the field in the long sprints or soar through the air in the long jump.”

Senior Luke Geyer had success in the short sprints last year, despite working his way through injuries. Radtke believes he is ready to make a big step forward this season.

Junior Gui Goedert, a hurdler, enters the year with momentum.

“His growth and grit make him a high-impact veteran.”

Senior Josh Guzy had invested in the work and brings depth in the long hurdles.

Senior Quincy John is a fierce competitor, according to Radtke.

“He is an important piece of our sprint relays. He has already proven he can go toe to toe with the top sprinters in the highly competitive league. With his skill and commitment to this team, Quincy is ready to take his performance to the next level.”

Junior Luke McGovern returns after winning the Suburban League MVP last year year. He was a state qualifier in two events last year: 200 meters and as a part of the 4×100 relay.

“His combination of raw strength and relentless competitiveness suggests unlimited potential. Just as important, he is the ultimate team player — someone who consistently puts the team first and elevates those around him.”

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Senior Nathan Eminian is fresh off a historic seventh-place finish in cross country.

“He enters his final season as a true powerhouse. There is a reason they call him ‘The Beast.’ We expect him to cap off his career in spectacular fashion.”

Junior Carson Aardema will be able to take advantage of his speed in the mid-distance.

“He’s the perfect bridge between our strong sprint group and a fine distance crew.”

Senior Dorian Gooden is “primed for a massive final season,” according to Radtke.

“He is a natural-born athlete, who made an impact in the long jump last year. He has explosive speed now has him eyeing the top of the podium in both field events and sprints.”

FIELD EVENTS

Senior Johnny Trivisonno returns as a top performer in the high jump and long jump.

“He is a pure athlete, who is ready to soar.”

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Jacoby Schedule, soph.; Jaden Orr, soph.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“We enter this season with a rare combination of a proven championship pedigree and explosive young talent. With reigning Suburban League MVP Luke McGovern leading a sprint group that is faster and deeper than ever, and state-level powerhouses like Nathan ‘Beast’ Eminian anchoring our distance crew, the ceiling for this team is quite high.

From throwers like Jacoby Schadle to jumping standouts like Johnny Trivisonno, we have high-impact competitors in every single event group. This blend of veteran leadership and hungry underclassmen has us ready to defend our title and rewrite our record books.”

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“Our greatest challenge this year is channeling our team’s high energy into sustained, healthy performances. Success in track and field is a tightrope between peak performance and devastating injury; it requires discipline, a commitment to patient preparation and top notch physical well-being. A measure of good luck always helps as well. If we can blend our competitive hunger with a focus on staying healthy and making incremental gains each week, we will be well-positioned to achieve our championship goals.”

CRESTWOOD RED DEVILS

Team preview will publish at a later date.

FIELD FALCONS

Head Coach: Ed Conroy.

Coaching Staff: James Dutched, Levi Miller, George Wetzel.

2025 Results: 5-2 Metro Athletic Conference (2nd place); Salem District championship.

2025 State Qualifiers: Camden Radeschi, shot put; Lucas Pollard, 300 hurdles; Logan Border, 300 hurdles.

Returning Lettermen (11): Trevor Dixon, sr.; Cedric Martin, sr.; Evan Pruszynski, sr.; Wyatt Rahe, sr.; Mason Prusha, sr.; Victor Brown, sr.; Blake Dunderman, sr.; Logan Border, jr.; Tyson Paynther, jr.; Tristan Hogan, jr.; Casey Tate, jr..; Braylan Rufener, soph.

Lettermen Lost (8): Michael Church, Isaac Czaplicki, Joey Guyette, Camden Radeschi, Mason  Wetzel, Zane Burger, Lucas Pollard, Parker Shutty.

Season Outlook: “We have a team that includes a number of members who helped our

2025 season to end with our first district championship in years,” veteran head coach Ed Conroy said. “The team is loaded with seniors who have a great deal of experience competing in big races and field events. The 4×400 meter relay, and the 4×800 relay should have an exciting year. Coach Dutched has a large sprint group that will require time to find the athletes who earn their spot on the 4×100 and 4×200. I am confident these boys will compete well in our league this season.”

SPRINTERS

The leader of the pack is senior Cedric Martin, who already owns four school records in the 100 meters, 200 meters, 4×100 relay and 4×200 relay.

He was the Metro Athletic Conference runner-up in both the 100 and 200 last year, then also placed second in both events at the district meet.

Tysen Paynther is described by sprint coach James Dutched as an athlete “to keep your eye on.”

Paynther will run in the 400, while also running a leg of the 4×400.

Returning state qualifier Logan Border is the standout in the hurdle events.

A year ago, Border was second in the 110 hurdles and fifth in the 300 hurdles at the MAC Championships. He also was fourth in the 300 at the Boardman Regional to qualify for the state championships, earning his second state berth in as many years to begin his prep career.

Freshman Isaiah Pruszynski enters with promise in the hurdles.

“He reminds me of Logan when he was a freshman,” Conroy said. “I am excited to see how both Logan and Isaiah do this season. They are both hard-working athletes who are striving for success.”

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Senior Mason Prusha leads the distance team, returning to run both the 1,600 and 3,200.

He will also run in the 4×800 relay, which will also include senior Evan Pruszynski and junior Tristan Hogan, with the final spot to be determined, according to Conroy.

Freshman Cole Schumacher has shown “great promise, if he can stay healthy.”

FIELD EVENTS

Seniors Trevor Dixon and Victor Brown will be the team’s high jumpers. Both placed at the MAC Championships last year, with Dixon taking the title and Brown earning fifth.

Dixon was also a regional qualifier after jumping to a second-place spot on the podium at the Salem Districts.

In the shot put, sophomore Braylan Rufener is the top performer.

“With some work and time to grow, we feel Braylan will hold his own this season and help the team in what has traditionally been one of our key events to score points,” throws coach George Wetzel said.

Junior Andrew Phillip adds depth in the shot put.

Senior Wyatt Rahe is the top returner in the discus after throwing close to 130 feet last year.

“Wyatt is a hard worker and is ready to have a very strong senior season,” discus coach James Dutched said.

Phillip and Rufener will also throw the discus.

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Emmett Fuentes-Bonilla, Kamren Brastine, Xi’yier Cunningham, Owen Evans, Broc Sclimenti, Damien Perez, Isaiah Pruszynski, Cole Schumacher, Colin Yaworski, Ron Dunfee, Will Henson.

GARFIELD G-MEN

Head Coach: Jim Pfleger, 1st year.

Coaching Staff: Kelliann Frye, Rick Geye, Matt Pfleger, David Ludick.

2025 Results: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division champions.

2025 State Qualifiers: Conner Hunt, state champion in the Seated 100, Seated 400 and Seated 800.

Returning Lettermen: 24.

Season Outlook: “We’re fortunate to have strong returners in most of our event groups and a talented group of incoming freshmen that will make an impact,” head coach Jim Pfleger said.

SPRINTERS

Several key contributors return, including Will Simon, Oliver Walker, Devin Bates, Mac Haney and Collin McGranahan.

Emery Simones had a great indoor season and has really put in the work this off-season, according to Pfleger.

“Several of these members have experience competing at the regional level and have experience running together.”

SEATED EVENTS

Conner Hunt returns and is already one of the most decorated seated athletes in Ohio history.

Hunt has earned 11 individual state championships, including nine outdoor and two indoor, and he recently signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his career at the University of Cincinnati.

“We’re extremely excited to watch Conner’s senior season unfold.”

DISTANCE RUNNERS

The group of Abe Wohlever, Cole Porter, Derik Stanley, Dakota Stanley and Derek Blunk lead the way and have played large roles over the last few seasons.

That group, along with Aaron Evans, have trained hard in the off-season.

“They have remained extremely focused heading into the spring. I’m really excited to see what this group does this spring.”

FIELD EVENTS

Garfield returns Richie Shackelford, Mike Huebner, Gavin Barnard, Ryder Cain and Jack Timmons. 

“Jack had a great freshman year and recently earned All-Ohio honors in the weight throw during the indoor season, finishing the year ranked in the top 10 nationally in the freshmen class.”

Cain returns after his freshman season was cut short to injury.

Shackelford is the two-time reigning MVAC champion in the shot put.

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Marc Grubb, Caleb Whelchel, KitKat Walker, Laney Messersmith.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“We have a great core group of returners in most event areas and promising underclassmen.”

KENT ROOSEVELT ROUGH RIDERS

Head Coach: Andrew Murray.

Coaching Staff: Al Ehlert, Brad McDougal, John Michael Weigel, Richard Parham, Kaylie Weigel.

2025 Results: 5th at Suburban League American Conference.

2025 State Qualifiers: None.

Season Outlook: “The team looks to improve its standing in the Suburban League this year,” head coach Andrew Murray said.

SPRINTERS

The group is expected to be led by Ke’shan Talbert, Tyler Ellington, Jaiden Portis, Hasim White, Makhi Jones, Simon Hassler, Jaheim Shepard and Kyle Mcqueen.

“This is a great, competitive group of guys. They should put together some exciting relays and individual performances this year.”

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Braylon Hawthorne, Carter Stevenson, Josiah Atanga, Dean Foster and Harri Wunderle are the leaders of the group.

“We returned a lot of talent in this area. We feel that the 800 and the mile should be two of our stronger events this year. A number of these guys had breakout performances last year, and have been very motivated this off season.”

FIELD EVENTS
Max Froman in the shot put and discus, along with Jaiden Portis in the long jump and high jump will be the spotlight performers.

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Ka’Yir Brown, Chris Plough, Xavier Lowe, Damon Woodard, Boaz Bollenbacher.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“We have an excellent group of junior and senior leadership. This group of guys leads with their performances on their track and their overall attitude. We lost very few seniors from last season, so the now upperclassmen really have a lot of experience coming into the season. We’re happy with the depth that we have this year, and hope that it continues to develop a competitive environment, and make for some exciting team finishes.”

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“Remaining healthy is always the biggest concern and battle we fight in the spring. We are constantly tweaking our training plan for kids hoping they can reach their full potential, and be competitive all spring.”

MOGADORE WILDCATS

Head Coach: Ann Murphy, 1st year.

Coaching Staff: Mike Murphy, Kim Kreiner, Jimmy Woods.

2025 Results: Portage Trail Conference champions.

2025 State Qualifiers: Jason Garvin, long jump.

Returning Lettermen (14): Cameron Brady, sr.; Cole Barcus, sr.; Jason Garvin, sr.; Kaden Dempsey, sr.; Mathew Trusky, sr.; Ben Holler, sr.; Shayne Thomas, jr.; Evan Phillips, jr.; Brevin Hiney, soph.; Judd Jones, soph.; Thomas McEwen, soph.; Quaviyon Siggers-Greco, soph.; Ayden Hartung, soph.; Sam Wyatt, soph.

Lettermen Lost (1): Dante Navarette.

Season Outlook: “We have a great combination of experience and youth,” head coach Ann Murphy said. “We have three very strong, dedicated senior leaders in Cameron Brady, Jason Garvin and Cole Barcus. These young men lead a large freshmen and sophomore group every day by the example they set in their enthusiasm, dedication and work ethic towards this sport. They have set lofty goals for themselves as well as our team.”

SPRINTERS

Three standouts lead the way in Cole Barcus, Jason Garvin and Brevin Hiney.

Barcus placed in three different event at the PTC Championships: 2nd in the 400, 3rd in the200 and won the title as part of the 4×400 relay. He was also a regional qualifier in the 400.

Quaviyon “Q” Siggers-Greco placed third place last year in the 300 hurdles, was fourth at the district meet in the same event to earn a spot as a regional qualifier.

Judd Jones will be the leader at the 100 hurdles and was also the PTC runner-up in the 300 hurdles last year.

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Cameron Brady returns for a senior season having already celebrated a strong high-school career.

Brady is the reigning PTC champion in the 1,600 and 800, and he also ran a leg in the PTC title-running 4×400 relay. He was third at the district meet in the 1,600 and 800 and was eighth in the 1,600 at the regional meet.

“No one on our team works harder than Cameron. He can been almost every day, in every temperature and weather out running the streets of Mogadore. He has put a tremendous amount of work in the off-season, and we are looking forward to watching all his hard work and dedication pay off for him this season.”

FIELD EVENTS

Judd Jones and Jason Garvin return as league champions, with Jones besting the field a year ago in the high jump and Garvin in the long jump.

“Jason is the team encourager. He approaches everything with such contagious enthusiasm.”

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Quaviyon Siggers-Greco, soph.; Caileb Tompkins, fresh.

RAVENNA RAVENS

Team preview will publish at a later date.

ROOTSTOWN ROVERS

Head Coach: Larry Bailey, 42nd year, 238-155-6 career record.

Coaching Staff: Kyle Rodstrom.

2025 Results: 6-3 overall, 3-1 Portage Trail Conference.

2025 State Qualifiers: None.

Returning Lettermen (17): Logan Brooks, sr.; Carson Cutright, sr.; Mason Lisi, sr.; Damien Reuting, sr.; Wyatt Shenal, sr.; Jacob Sturm, sr.; Brayden Dougherty, jr.; Caleb Fillmore, jr.; Anthony Pratt, jr.; Kiel Reuting, jr.; Isaac Simkanin, jr.; Tycho Smolk, jr.; Liam Brokaw, soph.; Troy Kopac, soph.; Brayden Polcyn, soph.; Jeffery Sanicky, soph.; Dylan Boland, soph.

Lettermen Lost (9): Mason Fleck, Zach Hays, Gianni Damicone, Jake McGowan, Mason Marik, Owen Burrell, Dylan Wilfong, Braden Wright, Aidan Dixon.

Season Outlook: “We will begin Division IV, and we hope to do well in the postseason,” longtime head coach Larry Bailey said. “League wise, I’m not sure where we will stack up. We don’t run any league dual meets, and we won’t see some league opponents until the league meet, which will determine the league championship. We have 32 athletes to work with and 19 of them are freshmen and sophomores, so we will be very young.

“We have a lot of young talent, and we need the upperclassmen to show them how to compete.”

SPRINTERS

Damien Reuting will run the 400 and 200; Anthony Pratt the 100, 200 and 400; Liam Brokaw the 100 and 200; Troy Kopac the 400; Dylan Boland the 200 and 400; Jeffery Sanicky the 100, 200 and hurdles, along with Carson Cutright and Logan Brooks in the hurdles.

DISTANCE

Wyatt Shenal returns for his senior season after completing his high-school cross country career as a four-tinme All-League performer.

Jacob Sturm, another All-League cross country runner is also a leader of the group, along with Isaac Simkanin in the 800 and last year’s Distance Runner of the Year team recipient Tycho Smolk.

Also in the mix will be Brayden Dougherty, as well as Grant Stevenson, who begins his prep career after winning the PTC cross country championship, as well as the 1,600 meters title.

FIELD EVENTS

The group of throwers is not only deep, but talented.

Kiel Reuting is one of the leaders, with Nigel Wright, Rylan Campbell (middle school shot put and discus champion), Aiden Long (middle school shot put champion), Eli Dye (middle school discus champion), Tyson Rainer (CYO discus champion) all ready to make an impact, as well. 

Junior Caleb Fillmore joins the group as a first-time thrower, but Bailey said he feels he “has a lot of potential.”

Fillmore will also do jumps, along with the group of Troy Kopac,Brayden Polcyn, Anthony Pratt, Logan Brooks, Zandyr Ammons and Lukas Campbell

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Liam Brokaw, Lukas Campbell,Rylan Campbell,Troy Kopac, Brayden Polcyn, Jeffery Sanicky, Dylan Boland, Brogan Kidd, Everett Cone, Lukas Cone, Eli Dye, Aiden Long, Tyson Rainer, Grant Stevenson, Dylan Sturm, Andrew DeLotell, Zandyr Ammons, Thomas Workman, Madix Sporck.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“We have some excellent upperclassmenm, who should do well, and some talented young athletes to help them out.”

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“We don’t have a lot of depth in some areas and a lot of underclassmen without experience that will play a major role this year.”

SOUTHEAST PIRATES

Head Coach: Scott Garrett, 22nd year.

Coaching Staff: Rick Reynolds, Doug Cravers.

2025 Results: 4-3 Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference.

Returning Lettermen (8): Peyton Donovan, Devon Channell, Dylan Evans, Ethan Brittingham, Ethan Shodd, Micah Craver, Tyler Shaw, Sundarious Davis.

Lettermen Lost (3): Jack Muldowney, Austin Mejia, Antonio Mejia.

Season Outlook: “We are very young this year,” said veteran coach Scott Garrett. “We could finish better in league play, but in the MVAC meet our youth will hurt us.”

SPRINTERS

The Pirates return a strong group that is highlighted by senior Peyton Donovan.

Supporting him are Ethan Shodd, Nathanael Rivera, Sundarius Davis and Tyler Shaw.

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Micah Craver, still and underclassmen as a sophomore, had a standout freshman campaign a year ago.

Devon Channel and Jacob Shaffer will also be strong contributing runners.

FIELD EVENTS

Dylan Evans, a senior discus thrower, along with Jordan Mulhollen, Aiden McCann and Liam McCann will also be in the mix.

UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH

Vince Kelly, fresh.; Logan Blankenship, fresh.; Logan Chlsen, fresh.; Chase Neely, fresh.; Noah Croston, fresh.; Landon Youel, fresh.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“We have good depth and young talent.”

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“We have good depth, but we lack experience in our upper class.”

STREETSBORO ROCKETS

Head Coach: Robb Kidd, 8th year.

Coaching Staff: Phil Starks, Ryan Stoller, Autumn Zitkewicz.

2025 Results: 6-1 Metro Athletic Conference.

2025 State Qualifiers: Ethan Laryea, 200 meters; 4×200 relay (Ryan  Roscoe, Braden Hodge, Devon White, Ethan Laryea).

Returning Lettermen (20): Jayron Chester, sr.; Braden Hodge, sr.; Jaden Hushion, sr.; Jordan McCarty, sr.; Ryan Roscoe, sr.; Aidan Sowa, sr.; Chris Daniels, sr.; Ethan Laryea, sr.; Brayden Pocek, sr.; Cooper Richmond, sr.; Adrian Monroe, jr.; Jaiden Kendrick, jr.; Hayden Rudd, jr.; Ty Zipprich, jr.; Jacob Anderson, soph.; Mason Giambrone, soph.; Isiah Henderson, soph.; Noah Hodge, soph.; Ares Miller, soph.; Preston Krzeminski, soph.

Lettermen Lost (7): Devon White, Charles Ivory, Mar Fall, Tim Harkleroad, Preston Laryea, Jackson Gula, Liam McDonough.

Season Outlook: “We have a good amount of youth,” veteran coach Robb Kidd said. “Our strength, however, will be our returning veterans. We have a wealth of experience and abilities that should make us a very competitive team.

“We will look to compete in the league and make a strong push to compete for a district title and qualify many to a regional level. From there, we want to push to make finals and continue our quest for state qualifiers.”

SPRINTERS

Ethan Laryea qualified for the OHSAA state championships last year in the 200 meters. He placed fifth overall in a time of 22.11. He was also a leg in the team’s state-qualifying 4×200 relay team, running alongside Ryan Roscoe, Braden Hodge and Devon White, to finish fifth in the state in 1:29.05.

Joining Laryea as leaders in the group are Hayden Rudd, Jaiden Kendrick, Hodge and Roscoe.

“They will lead a strong group this season, which should continue to push for success in our relays, 400, hurdles and 200 events.”

DISTANCE RUNNERS

Chris Daniels, Ares Miller, Preston Krzeminski and Jaiden Hushion spotlight the group that Kidd said he expects will “continue their growth and competitiveness for our program.”

FIELD EVENTS

Brayden Pocek, Cooper Richmond, Jacob Anderson, Adrian Monroe and Jordan McCarty are “just a few of the outstanding throwers and jumpers returning,” according to Kidd.

SOURCE OF OPTIMISM

“Our returning veterans, several with State experience will lead a great group who should be very strong. The kids’ leadership, work ethic and dedication are among many strengths of this year’s team. We will have contributions coming from every event.”

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“If I had to focus on a concern, I would look to the power and yearly successes of all the track programs in our league. This league has great coaching and outstanding athletes.”

WATERLOO VIKINGS

Head Coach: Greg Mercer, 1st year.

Coaching Staff: Sue Martin, Dawn Freeland.

2025 Results: 8th at Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Scarlet Division Championships.

2025 State Qualifiers: None.

Returning Lettermen (3): Linden Widener, sr.; Zach Mignano, soph.; Mason Long, soph.

Season Outlook: “We are a young team of seven athletes and are building a core that will lead to future success,” said first-year head coach Greg Mercer.

Sprinters: Kody Boles, fresh.; David Lindsay, soph.

Distance Runners: Landein Widener, sr.; Mason Long, soph.; Austen Adorisio, soph.; Nathan Cope, fresh.

Field Events: Linden Widener, sr.; Zach Mignano, soph.; Mason Long, soph.; Kody Boles, fresh.

Underclassmen to Watch: Kody Boles, fresh.; Nathan Cope, fresh.; Austen Adorisio, soph.; David Lindsay, soph.; Mason Long, soph.; Zach Mignano, soph.

Source of Optimism: “Our young athletes bring enthusiasm and leadership, which will lead to success.”

Cause for Concern: “We have a small roster and lack depth.”