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Frosh/Soph Invitational

The ultimate proving ground for underclassmen. Sparks Stadium. The road to the top starts here.

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The Future of Track & Field

One of the premier low-key meets of the year exclusively dedicated to underclassmen. Witness the rising stars of Washington high school track and field as freshmen and sophomores compete for early-season PRs under the lights at Sparks Stadium.

This is where the future state champions establish themselves.

Date Saturday, March 28, 2026
Location Sparks Stadium (Puyallup)
Start Time 9:30 AM
Hashtag #FroshSophInvite

/// STATUS: OFF-GRID FOR THIS DEPLOYMENT.
I will be monitoring the radar from the command center, but I am out of pocket for the Frosh/Soph Invite. If you want me trackside for your athlete this season, check the Tour Schedule or book a private Media Day.

SYSTEM: ONLINE

TARGET_LIST // OLYMPIA SQUAD

01 QUENTON LANESE [OLYMPIA]
SPEED_THREAT
02 TAI TAYLOR [OLYMPIA]
VELOCITY_SPIKE
03 QUIN ZOLA [OLYMPIA]
TRACKING_PACE
04 JAMES LEVITT [OLYMPIA]
SYSTEM_WARNING
05 CAITLIN LANESE [OLYMPIA]
DISTANCE_PRIME
06 ELIZA JOHNSON [OLYMPIA]
LOCKED_IN
07 GEMMA STEVICK [OLYMPIA]
TARGET_ACQUIRED
08 LEAH HENNEN [OLYMPIA]
PR_INCOMING
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The Hitlist: Olympia Boys

OLYMPIA

Quenton Lanese

Distance / Mid-Distance
  • Status Speed Threat
  • Trajectory High

Intel: Expected to dictate the pace early. Do not let him gap the field.

OLYMPIA

James Levitt

Distance
  • 1600m PR 4:58.72
  • Status System Warning

Intel: Already operating sub-5 in the 1600m. A lethal component of the Olympia underclassman block.

OLYMPIA

Tai Taylor

Sprints / Mid-Distance
  • Status Velocity Spike
  • Engine Elite

Intel: Watch for a massive late-race kick. Track him closely.

OLYMPIA

Quin Zola

Distance
  • Status Tracking Pace
  • Stamina High

Intel: Consistent operator. Will push the pack limits.

The Hitlist: Olympia Girls

OLYMPIA

Caitlin Lanese

Distance
  • Status Distance Prime
  • Pacing Aggressive

Intel: A foundational piece of the Olympia girls' distance threat. Look for her to string out the pack.

OLYMPIA

Eliza Johnson

Distance / Mid-Distance
  • Status Locked In
  • Focus Lethal

Intel: Highly tactical runner. Will sit in the pocket and strike when the field weakens.

OLYMPIA

Gemma Stevick

Distance
  • Status Target Acquired
  • Trajectory Upward

Intel: Dangerous engine. If she's in contact with the leaders at the bell lap, it's over.

OLYMPIA

Leah Hennen

Sprints / Mid-Distance
  • Status PR Incoming
  • Momentum Building

Intel: Finding her gear. Expect a breakout performance this weekend.

Regional Targets: C/O '28 & '29

/// SECURE CONNECTION ESTABLISHED. AWAITING PSYCH SHEETS FROM MEET DIRECTOR...
Starting gun at the South Sound Freshmen Sophomore Invitational

Sparks Stadium Intel

Covered Stands
The defining feature of Sparks Stadium. The massive covered grandstand protects spectators from the rain, making it a loud, weatherproof environment.
Fast Track
The surface at Sparks is known for being hard and fast. Expect early-season PRs in the sprints.
Parking
Limited lot parking. Most spectators park at the Washington State Fairgrounds nearby or on the surrounding neighborhood streets.
/// ROLLING SCHEDULE
*Times are approximate. Schedule rolls Women First, then Men.
9:30 AM Field Events Begin
9:30 AM 3200m Run
ROLLING 100m / 110m Hurdles
100m Dash
1600m Run
4x100m Relay
400m Dash
300m Hurdles
800m Run
200m Dash
4x400m Relay

/// FIELD NOTES: FAQ

Q: WILL YOU BE SHOOTING THIS RACE?
No. I am currently off-grid for this deployment. My calendar is fully booked.
Q: HOW DO I GET PHOTOS OF MY ATHLETE?
If I am not officially covering a race on the Tour Schedule, the only way to secure commercial-grade assets is to book a private Senior Media Day or a dedicated Game Day deployment.
Sumner Girls at South Sound Invitational Bainbridge Athletes Racing