Gabriel McNeil wins OSU Wexner Boys Athlete of the Week award

Gabriel McNeil, a track and field athlete from Lancaster, has been named the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Boys Athlete of the Week for June 1-7. McNeil achieved this honor by winning the 800 meters with a time of 1:52.46 at the Division I state meet. He garnered 44.9% of the votes in the selection process, surpassing runner-up Chase Bergsten, who received 25.2% for his performance in the 110 hurdles. Other nominees included athletes from various schools, competing in multiple events across the state meets. Voting for the Athlete of the Week occurs weekly, providing opportunities for athletes who have not previously won to be recognized.

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