The Frontier Athletic Conference (FAC) celebrated its top athletes as it announced the 2026 All-FAC honors for spring sports. The season showcased strong individual and team performances, particularly in boys tennis, baseball, softball, and track and field. Notably, Chillicothe and Jackson shared the softball crown, while Ryan Seimetz of Jackson and Noah Flores of Chillicothe were named Players of the Year in baseball and boys tennis, respectively. Miami Trace dominated girls track and field, earning both the team championship and individual accolades.

By the Numbers
  • Chillicothe and Jackson tied with a 9-1 record in softball.
  • Miami Trace scored 197 points to win the girls track and field championship.
  • Chillicothe captured the boys track and field championship with 153 points, just ahead of Miami Trace's 132 points.
Yes, But

While Chillicothe and Jackson shared the softball title, some critics argue that the lack of a decisive winner may detract from the achievement of both teams, potentially overshadowing individual accomplishments like those of CJ Rittinger.

State of Play
  • Chillicothe secured the title in both boys track and field and boys tennis.
  • Miami Trace excelled in the girls track and field events leading to a significant championship win.
What's Next

As the 2026 sports season wraps up, attention will turn towards off-season training and recruitment strategies for the upcoming year, which may change team dynamics significantly.

Bottom Line

The 2026 FAC spring sports season showcased incredible talent and competitiveness, with many athletes exemplifying dedication and skill, setting the stage for exciting developments in upcoming seasons.