By: Adam Freeman
The Tucker County High School track and field team turned in a series of impressive events over the past week, competing in three meets and showcasing both individual talent and team depth.
At the Snowshoe Foundation Invitational in Elkins on April 3, the Mountain Lions delivered a strong showing against tough competition. On the boys’ side, Luke Barb led the way in the field events, earning second-place finishes in both the high jump and long jump. Reid Kisamore added a runner-up finish in the 100-meter dash, while Nate Ricottilli claimed first place in the 400-meter dash.
Distance runners also contributed valuable points, with Lynk Suesli placing third in the 3200-meter run and Cameron Judy finishing eighth in the 1600 meter. The relay teams performed well across the board, highlighted by a third-place finish in the 4×200-meter relay and additional third-place finishes in both the 4×400 and 4×800 relays.
For the girls, Lela Wright sprinted to a second-place finish in the 100-meter dash and fourth in the 200 meters. Mayah Gross had a strong meet as well, placing fifth in the 400-meter dash and fourth in discus. The girls relay teams consistently placed fifth in all three events they entered, demonstrating solid teamwork.
The team built on that momentum at the Moorefield Meet on April 7. The boys team saw several notable results, including a first-place finish from Reid Kisamore in the 100-meter dash and a victory from Cameron Judy in the 1600-meter run. Tucker County dominated the distance event, with four runners placing in the top five, including second-place finisher Lynk Suesli and third-place Landon Wilfong.
On the girls’ side, Lela Wright captured first place in the 200-meter dash and finished second in the 100 meters. Mayah Gross earned a first-place finish in the 400-meter dash and added a third-place throw in discus. Rachel Hile also stood out, winning the 300-meter hurdles and placing eighth in the 100-meter dash. Addi Moats contributed a third-place finish in the 1600 meters.
Most recently, Tucker County competed at the Morgantown Invitational at Mylan Park on April 11, facing a larger and more competitive field. Reid Kisamore placed seventh in the 100-meter dash, while the boys’ 4×800 relay team finished sixth. For the girls, Lela Wright continued her consistent sprinting with fourth place in the 100 meters and fifth in the 200, while Mayah Gross placed fourth in discus.
