The Wyoming State High School Track and Field Championships wrapped up with strong performances from student-athletes across the state, as schools competed in the Class 4A division at Harry Geldien Stadium, Casper Star-Tribune reports.
Over the three-day event, teams vied for top honors in a wide range of events, culminating in team titles for the Natrona County girls and Sheridan boys.
Girls Division Recap
Natrona County secured its first girls’ state track and field title since 2016 with a dominant showing, scoring 139 points. Kelly Walsh followed with 100 points, while Cheyenne Central placed third with 94.
The Fillies’ success was fueled by depth and consistency, scoring in all but two events. Senior leadership was key, with Saige Gustafson winning the 100 meters (12.66), and Brynn Sybrant taking the shot put title (41-00.5) and finishing second in the discus. Freshman Bristol Craig added a win in high jump (5-05), highlighting the team’s mix of experienced and emerging talent.
Relays were a major strength for Natrona County. The team won the 4×100 relay in a state-record time of 47.81 and closed the meet with a victory in the 4×400 (3:59.66). The Fillies also finished second in both the 4×800 and 1600 sprint medley.
Other standout performers included Laramie’s Lainey Berryhill, who swept the 200 (25.62), 400 (55.82), and anchored the winning 1600 medley relay. Cheyenne East’s Maggie Madsen had a stellar distance performance, winning both the 1600 (5:01.74) and 3200 (11:03.75).
Top Girls’ Event Winners
100m: Saige Gustafson (NC) – 12.66
200m & 400m: Lainey Berryhill (Lar) – 25.62 & 55.82
800m: Berryhill (Lar) – 2:14.24
1600m & 3200m: Maggie Madsen (CE) – 5:01.74 & 11:03.75
Shot Put: Brynn Sybrant (NC) – 41-00.5
Discus: Lillian Hudson (KW) – 142-07
4×100 Relay: Natrona County – 47.81 (state record)
4×400 Relay: Natrona County – 3:59.66
Boys Division Recap
In the boys’ competition, Sheridan emerged as state champion with 123 points, followed by Star Valley (105.5) and Natrona County (87). Sheridan showcased dominance in both sprinting and distance events, capped by a record-setting win in the 4×400 relay (3:18.63).
Chance Morris led the Broncs with victories in the 100 (11.16) and 200 (22.04), while Ryder Charest contributed a win in the 800 (1:52.44) and helped clinch the 1600 medley. Garrett Otto added wins in both hurdle events.
Star Valley distance runner Jase Burton stood out with a sweep in the 1600 (4:15.52) and a state record in the 3200 (9:16.08). Natrona County’s Kavin Hoff also made history by clearing 16-01 in pole vault, setting a new state record.
Top Boys’ Event Winners
100m & 200m: Chance Morris (She) – 11.16 & 22.04
400m: Flynn Arnold (Lar) – 48.00
800m: Ryder Charest (She) – 1:52.44
1600m & 3200m: Jase Burton (SV) – 4:15.52 & 9:16.08 (state record)
110 & 300 Hurdles: Garrett Otto (She) – 14.87 & 38.71
Pole Vault: Kavin Hoff (NC) – 16-01 (state record)
Triple Jump: Landon Walker (KW) – 50-08.75 (state record)
Shot Put & Discus: Raynor Ranum (Cam) – 63-02.5 & 161-11
Final Team Standings – Top 5
Girls:
Natrona County – 139
Kelly Walsh – 100
Cheyenne Central – 94
Sheridan – 83
Laramie – 65.5
Boys:
Sheridan – 123
Star Valley – 105.5
Natrona County – 87
Cheyenne Central – 80
Laramie – 64
