Three athletes from the I70Sports area have advanced to the Finals of the IHSA 1A Boys State Track Meet at Eastern Illinois University. Altamont's Brock Wendling qualified for the shot put Finals with a personal best throw of 52' 4.75", currently seated in 7th place among the top 12. Vandalia's Jackson secured a spot in the Finals for the 800m Run with a personal best time of 1:59.05, ranking 8th among the advances. Additionally, Depew from Vandalia set a new personal record in the 200m Dash at 21.88 seconds, finishing first in his heat, and is aiming to improve on his previous 6th place finish. The Finals will take place on Saturday, with podium slots awarded to the top 9 finishers in each event.

By the Numbers
  • Brock Wendling: 52' 4.75" shot put throw, 7th place among 12 finalists.
  • Jackson: 1:59.05 in the 800m Run, 8th fastest time among 12 advancing.
  • Depew: 21.88 seconds in the 200m Dash, 1st in his heat, aiming for a podium finish.
State of Play
  • Wendling has three additional throws in the Finals scheduled for Saturday at 10:00 am.
  • Jackson will race in the 800m Finals at 1:55 pm, looking to secure a spot on the podium.
  • Depew’s 200m Finals are scheduled for 4:05 pm, aiming to improve on last year's performance.
What's Next

As the Finals approach, all three athletes will compete with the objective to achieve personal bests and secure podium finishes. Wendling aims for stronger throws to climb the rankings, while Jackson and Depew need to perform well to enhance their prospects compared to last year's results. The excitement builds as they prepare for heightened competition on the state stage.

Bottom Line

These athletes have showcased exceptional talent and determination, setting personal records and advancing through rigorous preliminaries. As they head into the Finals, their performances could not only lead to personal achievements but also inspire their schools and communities. Watch for potential standout finishes as they vie for podium placements on Saturday.