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EAST PALESTINE, OH – The track season kicked off in style Tuesday at Reid Memorial Stadium, as Salem Southern and East Palestine traded punches in a competitive quad meet with David Anderson and Leetonia.

Southern’s girls team dominated the meet, collecting 113 points behind standout performances from Kiah Sloan, Caty Brewer, and Maddy Jones. Sloan sprinted her way to victories in the 100m (13.66), 200m (28.32), and long jump (15-06.5), while Brewer claimed the 400m (1:11.27) and 800m (2:50.76). Jones swept the throws, winning the shot put (35-03.25) and discus (105-06). Southern also cruised to relay wins in the 4×100, 4×400, and 4×800.

East Palestine’s girls earned 53 points, led by McKenna Paperella, who won both hurdle events (100H – 19.90, 300H – 1:04.07), and a strong second-place showing in the 4×400 relay.

Lisbon (41 pts) took gold in the high jump with freshman Brooklyn Kline clearing 4-04. Leetonia (17 pts) picked up key points in the hurdles and sprints.

On the boys’ side, East Palestine took top honors with 98 points, thanks to a balanced effort in both the sprints and field events. Isaac Cozza claimed the high jump (5-06) and took third in the 100m (12.32). Braxton Sloan from Southern delivered a standout performance, winning the 400m (52.28) and finishing fifth in the long jump.

Richie Sloan, another Southern standout, was the fastest on the track, grabbing gold in the 100m (11.90), 200m (24.44), and long jump (18-08).

Lisbon tallied 51 points, helped by Ashton Hinchliffe’s second-place finish in the long jump and runner-up run in the 100m (12.27). Kolt Cappitti shined in distance events, winning the 3200m (11:57.14) and finishing second in the 1600m (5:37.36).

Leetonia finished with 21 points, paced by Dylan Johns (3rd in long jump) and Graydon Henderson in the 100m hurdles.

Team Standings

Girls
🥇 Southern – 113
🥈 East Palestine – 53
🥉 Lisbon – 41
🏅 Leetonia – 17

Boys
🥇 East Palestine – 98
🥈 Southern – 63
🥉 Lisbon – 51
🏅 Leetonia – 21

Highlighted Event Winners

Girls 100m/200m/Long Jump: Kiah Sloan (Southern)
Girls Shot Put/Discus: Maddy Jones (Southern)
Girls Hurdles: McKenna Paperella (East Palestine)
Girls 400m/800m: Caty Brewer (Southern)
Girls High Jump: Brooklyn Kline (David Anderson)
Boys 100m/200m/Long Jump: Richie Sloan (Southern)
Boys 400m: Braxton Sloan (Southern)
Boys 1600m/3200m: Logan Mccartney (Southern), Kolt Cappitti (David Anderson)
Boys High Jump: Isaac Cozza (East Palestine)
Boys Shot Put: Ashton Hinchliffe (David Anderson)
Boys Discus: Brock Kleinknecht (East Palestine)

Next up, these teams look to build off early-season momentum as they prepare for larger meets later in April.

MINERAL RIDGE, OH- Ava Hulett, a senior standout from Mineral Ridge, continues to leave an indelible mark on the athletics scene. Despite a season that didn’t end as she hoped, Hulett’s illustrious career is far from over. She has already amassed over 1,000 digs and kills in volleyball and over 1,400 points in basketball, cementing her place in Mineral Ridge history. Her track season is yet to come, promising even more accolades as she shines the brightest in her favorite sport.

In a recent interview with YSN hosts DJ Yokley and Anthony Hartwig, Ava revealed her excitement about focusing solely on track this year. Her singular focus comes as she enters her final high school track season, free from the demands of starting open gyms for other sports. This new chapter in her career is filled with promise and Ava is eager to add more accomplishments to her already impressive resume.

While she faces the pressures of high expectations, Ava thrives under the spotlight. It’s in these moments of heightened attention that she delivers her best performances, driven by the crowd’s energy. Ava attributes her motivation to a combination of personal goal-setting and the unwavering support of her parents and coaches, who push her to achieve more.

Although track is her primary focus, DJ Yokley reminds us of the upcoming YSN All Star basketball game where Ava will represent Mineral Ridge. The event promises to draw a large crowd, and Ava is eager to perform on such a big stage.

Even as she looks toward her future, Ava remains deeply connected to her roots in Mineral Ridge. She speaks fondly of the incoming classes of athletes, particularly highlighting their potential in basketball and volleyball. As she prepares to leave Mineral Ridge, Ava hopes to make her mark by breaking hurdle records and potentially becoming a state champion.

Ava Hulett embodies the spirit of a true athlete, balancing academics and sports while remaining humble despite her significant achievements. Her exemplary work ethic and dedication serve as an inspiration to many in the community. As she gears up for her final track season, everyone awaits the legacy she will leave behind at Mineral Ridge.

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