Bloomington South girls track secures second at state championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 4:13 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Bloomington South girls track team finished as runners-up at the IHSAA state finals held on June 5 at North Central High School. This marks the highest finish in the program's history, following a third-place run in 2025. The team broke three school records and secured medals in all three relays and three individual events. Senior Ellie Barada won the 800-meter run, continuing her championship legacy. With strong performances despite some injuries, the Panthers managed to fend off competitors in the final relay to secure their position.
- •Bloomington South finished second at the IHSAA state meet on June 5.
- •The team broke three school records during the competition.
- •Ellie Barada repeated as the 800-meter champion, setting a new school record.
- •The Panthers medaled in all relays and three individual events.
- •They overcame injury challenges to secure their best-ever finish.
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Seniors save best for last as Bloomington South girls track take 2nd at state
"The Panthers broke three school records Friday to grab their highest finish ever at the IHSAA state finals.
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