Scotts Valley High senior Ashlyn Boothby won the 800-meter race at the CCS Top 8 Invite at Los Gatos High, edging out Menlo-Atherton senior Tatum Olesen by 0.01 seconds, with a time of 2 minutes, 10.31 seconds. Boothby, who is committed to Stanford University, aims for a qualifying spot at the Nike Outdoor Nationals in Oregon after this performance.

By the Numbers
  • Ashlyn Boothby won the 800-meter race in 2:10.31 seconds.
  • Tatum Olesen finished second, just 0.01 seconds behind Boothby.
Yes, But

Despite her victory, Boothby felt discomfort in her foot during the race and is in need of a foot evaluation, raising concerns about her immediate future on the track.

State of Play
  • Ashlyn Boothby's win in the 800-meter race at CCS Top 8 may secure her a spot at the Nike Outdoor Nationals.
  • Soquel senior Jonelle Scott achieved success in the pole vault and 100-meter events, highlighting a strong performance by local athletes.
  • Archbishop Mitty claimed the top spot in the team standings at the event.
What's Next

Boothby's focus shifts to a foot evaluation following her discomfort during the race, potentially impacting her upcoming competitions and training schedule.

Bottom Line

Ashlyn Boothby's narrow victory and subsequent foot issues add a layer of uncertainty to her promising track career, emphasizing the physical challenges elite athletes often face in pursuit of their goals.