Week in Review: February 18-24, 2013

Round up of the top performances in the state for the week of February 18-24, 2013.

2nd Annual St. Petersburg Championship

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

3rd Annual Tiger Relays

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

7th Annual Bobcat Relays

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Bear Run Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Bob Mosher - Wildcat Open

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Brooks PR Invitational

On-Site Coverage

Holmes Wins 400M At Brooks PR Invitational

Precious Holmes has left no doubt that she is ready for the upcoming Indoor Nationals. The Hillhouse Senior travelled out to the Brooks PR Invitational this past weekend and finished first in an elite field at the Dempsey Center in Seattle.  Her time of 54.37 is now the leading time in the 400 Meters. Sydnee Over of Windsor High School finished 4th place in the same race, her time of 55.58 which currently ranks her 7th in the nation. Kellie Davis from Hillhouse also made the trip out west and ran a respectable 2:19.25 for the 800 Meter run finishing 10th place

Davis-White Wins Brooks PR 60m, Florida Highlights

Florida had a large contingent of representatives at this year's Brooks PR meet. Kali Davis-White won it all in the 60 and Andres Arroyo in third place in the 800 to be Florida's top female and male finishers, respectively.

McConville 5th At Brooks PR ---10:18.44 !!

Running on the National level did not phase Julie McConville whatsoever. Just like the Division 2 State Championships, McConville went directly to the lead showing no fear as she locked horns with some of the premier two milers in the country. McConville would eventually settle into 3rd place for most of the race, clocking an amazing 5:03 for the first mile. She would eventually be caught by two runners on the last lap, but still ran an amazing 10:18.44 for 5th place. Although unofficial because of the oversized track, her time is the second fastest time in Massachusetts History.  Lynn Jennings of Bromfield is # 1 at 10:10.5 in 1978, and Peabody's Leslie Welch is officially at # 2 with a time of 10:19.3 in 1981

Berkson sets state mark at Brooks PR Invite!

 Maddy Berkson flew out to Seattle on Friday night to compete in the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational at the Dempsey Indoor Stadium. The Classical High junior comes home today with another state record.  

Watch Tretez Kinnaird 8:40 Eastern/7:40 Central at Brooks PR in Washington

Brooks PR 2013, Brooks is bringing together the fastest high school athletes from around the country to compete on one of the fastest tracks in the nation, the Dempsey. See the latest running videos on track and field events around the US and the world. Watch running videos and interviews with the greatest coaches and athletes. (via FloTrack)

Jacob Thomson 8:54.88 Two Mile Run at Brooks PR in Washington

Brooks PR 2013, Brooks is bringing together the fastest high school athletes from around the country to compete on one of the fastest tracks in the nation, the Dempsey. See the latest running videos on track and field events around the US and the world. Watch running videos and interviews with the greatest coaches and athletes. (via FloTrack)

Florida Well Represented at Brooks PR

We are certainly not short of Floridians over in Seattle this weekend. Todd Grasley is part of the coverage team, partnering with FloTrack, at Sunday's Brooks PR Invitational. There will be a live webcast.

Brooks PR Invitational Georgia Connection - Kendell Williams

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Georgia will send three runners Jada Martin, (60 meter dash), Kendell Williams (60 meter hurdles), and Adel Yoonis (800 meter run).  Let's take an in-depth look at Kendell Williams, senior, from  Kell High School in Marietta, GA.  

Brooks PR Invitational- A Quick Chat with Skylar Ross Ransom

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Texas is well represented sending 11 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight some of these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational- A Quick Chat with Trevor Gilley

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Texas is well represented sending 11 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight some of these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational- A Quick Chat with Cameron Burrell

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Texas is well represented sending 11 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight some of these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection -Chandler Olson

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Brooks PR Invitational Kentucky Connection - Jacob Thomson

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run.

Brooks PR Invitational: South Carolina Connection - Davon Anderson

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Summerville's Davon Anderson talks about receiving an invitation in the 60-meter hurdles to the Brooks PR Invitational and his goals.

Brooks PR Invitational California Connections: Estevan De La Rosa

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. California is well represented sending 16 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Patrick Gibson

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.      

Brooks PR Invitational Illinois Connections - Courtney Clayton

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Illinois is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Katie Knight

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.    

Brooks PR Invitational Kentucky Connection - Tretez Kinnaird

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Kai Wilmot

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Brooks PR Invitational California Connections - Alex Rohani

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. California is well represented sending 16 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Illinois Connections - Alex Riba

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Illinois is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Michigan Connections - Freddie Crittenden

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Michigan is well represented sending seven of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

On Her Way to Seattle with a Golden Ticket

Being naturally gifted in the speed department has put Marybeth Sant, and a few other Colorado athletes, in high demand. Of course, a little hard work along the way hasn't hurt anything, either. Colorado Track XC file photo.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Tatum Taylor

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners. 

Brooks PR Invitational Michigan Connections - Erin Finn

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Illinois is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Brooks PR Invitational Michigan Connections - Hannah Meier

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Michigan is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Brooks PR Invitational Oregon Connections: Jean Baptiste Tooley

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Oregon will send two runners in distance standouts Paige Rice and Jean Baptiste Tooley who will both run the mile. Let's take an in-depth look at Jean Baptiste Tooley, sophomore from Central Catholic High School in Portland.

Brooks PR Invitational California Connections - Khalfani Muhammad

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. California is well represented sending 16 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Joe Hardy

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Kennadi Bouyer

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

12 Texas Athletes Competing at Brooks PR Invitational

12 Texas Athletes are expected to participate in the prestigous Brooks PR Invitational. Now in its third year, Brooks is bringing together the fastest high school athletes from around the country to compete on one of the fastest tracks in the nation, the Dempsey. The goal? Crush your PR by taking your run to a whole new level. The reward? New records, bragging rights, and the almighty golden shoe.

Brooks PR Invitational Illinois Connections - Shamier Little

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Illinois is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Berkson Heading To Seattle

Maddy Berkson's amazing indoor season isn’t finished quite yet. In fact in some ways, it’s just getting started.  

Brooks PR Invitational California Connections - Patrianna Perry

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. California is well represented sending 16 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Washington Connection - Hannah Cunliffe

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. The home state is well represented sending the most of any state, 20 athletes to nearby Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Brooks PR Invitational Oregon Connections: Paige Rice

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Oregon will send two runners in distance standouts Paige Rice and Jean Baptiste Tooley who will both run the mile. First, we will take an in-depth look at Paige Rice the junior from St. Mary's Academy in Portland.

Brooks PR Invitational California Connections - Blake Haney

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. California is well represented sending 16 athletes to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.

Perrin Looking To Make Montana Proud At Brooks PR Invitational

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Flathead senior Zach Perrin is Montana's lone entrant and looks to keep the two mile title in Big Sky Country.

Brooks PR Invitational Illinois Connections - Patrick Perrier

The Brooks PR Invitational brings together the nations top track and field athletes from across the country to compete at the Dempsey Center in Seattle, Washington, one of the fastest indoor tracks in the nation. The meet consists of seven events the 60 meter dash, 60 meter hurdles, 400 meter dash, 800 meter run, one mile run, and two mile run. Illinois is well represented sending six of the state's finest to Seattle. Leading up to the meet we will spotlight these talented runners.  

Brooks PR Invitational Buckeye Connections - Theodore Foster

The Buckeye State will be represented in Seattle at the end of the month when Theodore Foster of Spire Academy heads out to the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational.   Select elite athletes were sent a golden ticket and invited to the event to compete against the nations top performers. Theodore will compete in the 400m Dash along with six of the nations top quarter-milers. 

Brooks PR Invitational Buckeye Connections - Therese Haiss

The Buckeye State will be represented in Seattle at the end of the month when Therese Haiss of Solon heads out to the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational.   Select elite athletes were sent a golden ticket and invited to the event to compete against the nations top performers. Haiss will compete in the 800m Run along with ten of the nations top half-milers. 

Brooks PR Invitational Buckeye Connections - Jacob Dumford

The Buckeye State will be represented in Seattle at the end of the month when Jacob Dumford of Westerville North heads out to the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational.   Select elite athletes were sent a golden ticket and invited to the event to compete against the nations top performers. Dumford will compete in the 800m Run along with eleven of the nations top half-milers.   

Brooks PR Invitational Buckeye Connections - Sam Wharton

The Buckeye State will be represented in Seattle at the end of the month when Sam Wharton of Tippecanoe heads out to the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational.   Select elite athletes were sent a golden ticket and invited to the event to compete against the nations top performers. Wharton will compete in the Two Mile Run along with sixteen of the nations top distance runners. 

Brooks PR Invitational Buckeye Connections - Sydney Leiher

The Buckeye State will be represented in Seattle at the end of the month when Sydney Leiher of Beavercreek heads out to the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational.   Select elite athletes were sent a golden ticket and invited to the event to compete against the nations top performers. Sydney will compete in the One Mile Run along with twelve of the nations top milers. 

Working Out With Jones Star Levonte Whitfield

Jones star Levonte "Kermit" Whitfield prepares for his indoor debut at Jimmy Carnes Youth Meet then the Brooks PR Invitational in Seattle. Whitfield also talks about his goals for the upcoming outdoor season.

Win a Trip to Brooks PR in Seattle!

Eligible to all high school students! Upload a 60 second video commentating on anything by January 31st to the Brooks PR Contest Page. Two winners will be picked by Brooks for an all-expenses paid trip to Seattle, where the student reporter will work with Flotrack and Milesplit to commentate the Brooks PR Invitational.

Become a Brooks PR Student Reporter with MileSplit and Flotrack

Eligible to all high school students! Upload a 60 second video commentating on anything by January 31st to the Brooks PR Contest Page. Two winners will be picked by Brooks for an all-expenses paid trip to Seattle, where the student reporter will work with Flotrack and MileSplit to commentate the Brooks PR Invitational at the UW Dempsey Track. The reporter will get to work side-by-side with Flotrack and Milesplit, see the fastest HS Runners in the country competing, and get a bunch of Brooks Running gear!

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Calvary Christian Open

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Charles Johnson Invitational

On-Site Coverage

Charles Johnson Invitational Coverage

Lots of great performances came out of Tampa on Saturday, including three wins for national triple jump leader Jeremiah Green in the triple, long, and 200 meter dash.

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Early Bird Eagle Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

East Coast Classic

On-Site Coverage

Ralph's Recap: East Coast Classic

On the way to this meet, when I was forced to trade in my family’s second car to fill up the gas tank of my truck—my main transportation to and from track meets--it occurred to me that the rising price of gas ($3.95 on February 22, 2013 at the Kangaroo Express on Moody Blvd. in Bunnell) and the declining mile record (3:43.13 on July 7, 1999 by Morocco’s Hicham El Guerrous in Rome’s Olympic Stadium) are definitely  going in opposite directions. At the current rate, it won’t be long before we’ll all be forced to stay at home and be “Virtual Track” fans. Fortunately, Jason Byrne’s got that covered. (And he’s been improving on it for years.)

East Coast Classic Coverage

Ralph Epifanio was there in Bunnell for flrunners.com where a bunch of Northeast Florida teams did battle.

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Fr. Luis Ripoll S.J. Relays

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Highlander Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Ida Baker Indoor/Outdoor Challenge

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Jones HS Developmental Meet #2

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Lake Brantley Dev. Meet #1

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Lake Brantley Open

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Lecanto Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Louie Bing Classic

On-Site Coverage

Louie Bing Classic Lights Up Leaderboard

The Louie Bing Classic is known for opening the season in South Florida a big way, and it did not disappoint in 2013! Among the 70 national elite performances and 189 state elite marks, the athlete who truly stood out was Lloydricia Cameron.

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Martin County Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

North Florida-River City Invitational

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Ocala Forest Invitational

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Pine Crest Home Open #1

Royal Open

On-Site Coverage

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

St. Cloud Invitational

On-Site Coverage

St. Cloud Invitational Coverage

Dominique Turner of Lakey Mary had a dominant day, sweeping both hurdles events and the high jump with state leading times in both hurdles.

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights

Walter Dix Invitational Relays

Meet Results

Girls Highlights

Boys Highlights