Although not huge in numbers, this crew was huge in leadership and dedication. They will all truly be missed for their passion for track. They have left the sprint crew in good hands with the legacy they helped create with their hard work and example.
Izaiah Moten - Izaiah showed potential in limited action as a Freshman, but we he came back out last season, the Region 9 football MVP really started to show what he could do on the track. As a Junior, Izaiah set PRs of 11.99 (twice) in the 100 and 24.15 in the 200. He also contributed greatly to our 4x100 and medley relays. This season looked to be even stronger, as Izaiah had really been putting in good work for his upcoming collegiate football career. His open times at the SC Invite were strong and pointed toward upcoming PRs and he helped the 4x200 set a new State Record.
Mitchell Fletcher - Mitch moved here as a Sophomore and immediately showed his passion for track. He had good range from the 100 to the 400 and showed potential in the Long Jump as well. As a Junior he set PRs of 11.64 (100), 24.26 (200) and 18'8.75" (LJ). He also competed in the 4x100 at State and the medley. In his shortened Senior year, Mitch looked be a very important contributor in our push to our team goals and was willing to really work on his 400 to help us in a weaker spot on our team. He PRed in his only 400 of the year with a 55.59 and looked to be well on his way to being a legitimate low 50's guy. He also picked right up with his LJ (18'7") and 200 (24.53). He also help the 4x100 to a State Qualifying time (and the fastest time in Utah this year).
James McArthur - Watching James' growth over four years has been a lot of fun. He showed great promise as a hurdler as a Freshman and continued to grow each year. By this season, James had really come into his own - his off-season work was unmatched on the team, and he was ready to really do some amazing things. He truly inspired all of teammates with his passion and commitment this season and showed many of the younger athletes the hard work and time it takes to be great. In his 110 hurdles James' season best progression went 17.76, 16.15, 16.15, to a State Qualifying 15.69 in his only attempt this season. His 300 progression was 47.47, 42.79, 41.29 (and a 9th place finish at State), to a 41.85 in his first attempt this season. James was also developing into a strong Long Jumper and PRed with a 19'1.75" jump last year at Orem.
Connor Jaten - Conor hadn't competed yet this season, but was seeing good development throughout last season and into this year. His PRs from last season were 12.44 (100), 25.30 (200) and 15'2" (LJ)
Ian Jones - A tremendous athlete, Ian joined our team as a Junior and had the whole region talking by mid-season. Numerous coaches came and asked me who he was and why he hadn't been out before. This season, Ian was recovering from a muscle tear and was just about back to the track when the season was called off. With single season PRs of 11.90 (100), 24.07 (200) and 18'6" (LJ), there is no doubt Ian would have been contributing to our team points in championship meets. Ian was also a contributor to our medley and 4x400 relays and would have been a big part of them again this season.
Alec Johnson - Alec was another late-comer to track and joined us just last season. He too was coming back from an injury and was just about cleared to resume running when the season was shut-down. With another season under him, Alec would have been another contributor to our very deep team. His single season PRs of 11.95 (100), 25.19 (200) and 18'7" (LJ) speak for themselves.
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