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Danville Vikings secure runner-up finish in Class 2A state meet

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:52 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

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Summary

The Danville Vikings concluded a successful 2026 season by finishing as the runner-up at the Class 2A state meet. Individual championships were claimed by Samantha Brown and Jamia Esther, contributing to the team's historic performance. Coach Carl Long, recognized as Coach of the Year, emphasized the consistent support and coaching that drove the team's success. The Vikings' achievement marked the highest team finish in their history, surpassing a prior third-place result in 2010.

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By the Numbers

•Danville Vikings finish second in Class 2A state meet in 2026.
•Samantha Brown and Jamia Esther win individual state titles.
•Carl Long named Coach of the Year for 2026.
•Vikings achieve highest team finish in school history.
•Season marked by community support and rigorous training.

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2:52 PMYahoo Sports — The News-Gazette's All-Area girls' track and field team: Long wins Coach of the Year

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Jun. 20—Why he's Coach of the Year The Danville Vikings enjoyed plenty of success in 2026, with Samantha Brown and Jamia Esther winning individual state championships to propel the Vikings to a runner-up finish in the Class 2A state meet. Danville coach Carl Long joined his wife Jenny, sons Timmy and Joshua, daughter Katie and assistant coach Emone' Davis at The News-Gazette for a chat with ...
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