Track & Field
Our 'Distance Tradition' Continues!
The St. Michael Track & Field program is back on the oval!
Our Gents team returns All-Staters Russell Vandermus and Cody Bradley, along with a fast-rising group of youngsters that helped St. Michael maintain its streak of Top Ten finishes in D-4 Cross Country. Our Ladies team is led by Jane Manthei (of Co-op partner Harbor Light Christian), returns most of last year’s State Qualifiers, and boasts an impactful young crew all its own!
Last season, Russell, Cody, and Jane all medaled (and scored) in their primary events. This year, we’re hopeful for broader scoring, in more events, and perhaps even getting a relay back on the podium. Please pray for us and cheer us on!
For information on Track & Field at SMHS, please contact our Athletic Director, Mr. Larry Rudnicki, at lrudnicki@stmichaelchesterton.org.
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St. Michael Boys Finish 8th at 2022 T&F State Finals!
The St. Michael Track & Field program had another excellent season in 2022!
At the State Finals, our Boys team finished eighth, thanks to an extraordinary 4-podium performance from senior Sam Paga! The day began with the 4×800 relay (Mac Moore, Zach Maendel, Russell Vandermus, Sam Paga) placing fourth and was followed by fourth, second, and fifth place finishes for Paga in the 1600, 800, and 3200 meter runs, respectively. Maendel and Moore also qualified in individual events and our Ladies team made its State Finals debut by qualifying its 4×800 relay (Emma O’Neil, Sydney Feagan, Jane Manthei, Anna Zielinski) as Regional Champs!
The 2022 team was led by Head Coach Larry Rudnicki and Assistant Coaches Dr. Richard Brake, Isabella Deveau, and Shea Whitmore.
St. Michael Boys 4x800 Relay... 2021 State Champs!
The St. Michael Track & Field program had a spectacular 2021 season!
At the State Finals, our Boys team won the school’s first-ever State Championship with a 4x800m relay win, and placing 11th in the State overall as a full team! Our Gents team almost pulled a major upset at its Regional, placing second to Johannesburg-Lewiston, 131-125. Our Girls team completed its excellent inaugural season with a 9th place Regional finish – and our Junior High Track Club competed for the first time as well!
The 2021 team was led by Head Coach Larry Rudnicki and Assistant Coaches Dr. Richard Brake and Rod Bragg.