The Vandalia track teams delivered strong performances at the Gillespie Quad Meet, with the girls finishing second and the boys placing third. The girls narrowly missed first place by just four points, while the boys faced stiff competition. Notable individual achievements included multiple first-place finishes among the Lady Vandals. Both teams are set to compete again this Friday at the Comet Relays in Greenville.

By the Numbers
  • Vandalia girls scored 64 points, just behind Gillespie's 68 points.
  • Hillsboro boys topped the boys competition with 111.5 points, while Vandalia tallied 51 points.
State of Play
  • The girls' team featured standout performances, including Hannah Brown winning both Shot Put and Discus.
  • For the boys, Paddy McDowell excelled, securing first in the 100m Dash and the 200m Dash.
What's Next

Both the girls and boys will aim to improve their standings at the upcoming Comet Relays, where they will face a new set of competitors.

Bottom Line

The Vandalia track teams are demonstrating competitive strength and resilience as they prepare for their next meet, showcasing talent and determination that could lead to future victories.