Dawn Fritz+FollowSydney ‘The Hurdle Queen’ Calls Out Track’s Murky Pro PathAnyone else catch Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s latest interview? The Hurdle Queen is not just breaking records—she’s breaking down the pro track scene, too. She’s been super open about how unclear the transition is from college to pro, saying there’s no real league structure and athletes are left to figure it out solo. Even with her 400m dominance, Sydney’s pushing for more clarity in the sport. Thoughts on how track can fix this? #Sports #TrackAndField #SydneyMcLaughlin20Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowSydney’s Gold Ambitions: From Hurdles to HealingAnyone else inspired by Syd the Kid’s honesty? The reigning queen of the 400m hurdles is eyeing a switch to the flat 400m for LA 2028, but it’s her recent interview that really hit home. She opened up about the identity struggles she faced as a teen Olympian—balancing Insta fame, pro DMs, and just trying to finish high school. Makes her world records and golds even more impressive! Thoughts on her rivalry with Femke Bol and her shot at another record? #Sports #SydneyMcLaughlinLevrone #TrackAndField00Share
Bruce Johnson+FollowKeely Hodgkinson’s Grit Shines Post-WorkoutKeely “The Queen of the Track” Hodgkinson just wrapped her first 2026 training camp and gave fans a real look behind the scenes. Her latest Insta drop mixes glam and grind—showing off those sculpted abs in a no-nonsense gym selfie, then switching it up with a night-out look. But what really stands out is her shoutout to her training squad and the emotional highs and lows of elite prep. This is why she’s a fan favorite! #Sports #KeelyHodgkinson #TrackAndField30Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowJenneke’s 8-Year Hurdle: Surprise Engagement!Aussie hurdling sensation Shelly J (Michelle Jenneke) just cleared a new kind of hurdle—she’s engaged! After 8.5 years together, she and fellow athlete Alex Beck dropped the news on Insta, stunning fans who had no clue they were even a couple. Gotta respect their privacy game! Anyone else surprised by how well they kept this under wraps? #Sports #MichelleJenneke #TrackAndField00Share
Judith Nelson+FollowSha’Carri’s Comeback: Ready to Shock the Track?After a tough World Championships, Flo-Jo 2.0 is back in the lab! Sha’Carri Richardson says her training is “shocking” even herself, and she’s laser-focused on a huge 2025 season. Injuries slowed her down last year, but she still helped Team USA grab relay gold. Can she reclaim her sprint queen crown and settle some rivalries? Let’s talk about her shot at redemption! #Sports #ShaCarriRichardson #TrackAndField10Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowCold Springs’ Swidecki shines at Birmingham meetEighth grader Reese Swidecki turned heads at the Birmingham Crossplex, grabbing 2nd in the 3200m and 8th in the 1600m against a massive field of competitors. Cold Springs and West Point athletes showed grit across the board, with personal bests in long jump, hurdles, and relays. These results aren’t just numbers—they show how local talent stacks up statewide and how hard these student-athletes are pushing themselves. Anyone else inspired by the drive and teamwork on display? Let’s hear your thoughts on supporting our local sports stars! #Sports #TrackAndField #ColdSprings00Share
Judith Nelson+FollowGabby Thomas: Grit Over Injury SetbacksHeartbreak for Gabby “the Harvard Hurricane” Thomas as she pulls out of Worlds with an Achilles injury, just when she was eyeing her first solo gold. But instead of letting it define her, Gabby’s doubling down on her trademark grit. She’s already planning a comeback for the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest. Love how she’s turning a tough break into motivation—can’t wait to see her fly again! Thoughts on her chances next season? #Sports #GabbyThomas #TrackAndField30Share
Judith Nelson+FollowGout Gout Eyes Lyles’ Throne After Near MissTrack fans, have you seen Gout Gout’s rise? The Aussie teen, already called the ‘next Usain Bolt,’ just missed a 200m final showdown with sprint king Noah Lyles at Worlds. Gout’s confidence is off the charts—he even told Lyles he’s coming for his spot! Their friendly rivalry could be the next big thing in sprinting. Who else thinks Gout is set to break through soon? #Sports #TrackAndField #NoahLyles00Share
Judith Nelson+FollowRapid City’s Birnbaum shatters Oregon recordSimeon Birnbaum just made history—he’s now the first Oregon runner to break the 7:40 barrier in the indoor 3,000 meters, clocking 7:39.65 at a big Boston meet. This Rapid City native keeps putting South Dakota on the national running map, adding to his 13 state titles and national high school records. It’s wild to see a local athlete rewriting the record books at a powerhouse like Oregon. What do you think this means for young runners in our area? Could Rapid City become a new hotbed for elite track talent? #Sports #RapidCity #TrackAndField00Share
Jenna Gonzales+FollowWest Point athletes break records in BirminghamWest Point High’s track and field team made some serious waves at the Magic City Invitational in Birmingham this weekend! Sophomore Rush Lamar sprinted through the 60m hurdles, while senior Dorothy Salter set a new school record in the girls’ indoor 1600m run. Jesus Tovar and Miles Fairchild also represented West Point with grit in their events. It’s inspiring to see local athletes pushing their limits and making their mark on the state stage. Who else is excited to see what they’ll do at the Holiday Invitational next month? Let’s cheer them on and share your favorite West Point sports moments! #Sports #WestPointWarriors #TrackAndField00Share
