St. John’s Prep and Newton North dominated the D1 State Relays with their depth, securing victories on Sunday in Franklin. The Prep boys scored 62 points, besting Newton North, while Newton North girls earned 53 points, leading the competition. Both teams highlighted the importance of depth in their success, particularly excelling in the field events. Xaverian stood out with remarkable performances in the sprints, setting multiple meet records.

By the Numbers
  • St. John’s Prep scored 62 points in the D1 State Relays.
  • Newton North girls clinched victory with 53 points.
  • Xaverian set meet records in the 4x100, 4x200, and 4x400 sprints.
Yes, But

While St. John’s Prep and Newton North dominated the event, other schools like Acton-Boxboro and Central Catholic also showcased strong performances, indicating a competitive field.

State of Play
  • St. John’s Prep and Newton North demonstrated their consistent excellence in big-school state track meets.
  • Xaverian's stellar sprint performances and meet record-setting runs highlighted the competitive intensity of the event.
  • Central Catholic's strong showing in their first D1 appearance reflected their ability to compete at the higher level.
Bottom Line

The D1 State Relays showcased the dominance of St. John’s Prep and Newton North, emphasizing the importance of team depth in track and field. Xaverian's record-breaking sprint performances added excitement to the event, while Central Catholic's success in transitioning to D1 affirmed their competitive prowess.