Lexington Minutemen win Division II 4x800 state championship again
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Lexington Minutemen secured their title in the 4x800-meter relay at the Division II Jesse Owens Ohio High School Athletic Association State Track and Field Championships on June 6, running a time of 7:47.59. This victory marks their second consecutive state championship in this event. Lexington's postseason included a diverse lineup, with athletes such as Trevor Reed, Nathan Reed, Will Hooper, and Latrell Hughes contributing to their success. The team had previously showcased strong performances, including a regional championship time of 7:48.68. Their strategy involved extensive experimentation with different runners throughout the season, ultimately culminating in this state championship triumph.
- •Lexington won the 4x800 relay state title with a time of 7:47.59.
- •The Minutemen have now claimed consecutive state championships in this event.
- •Lineup changes throughout the season included multiple team members for optimal performance.
- •The Minutemen's strong postseason included a regional championship win.
- •The event took place at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium on June 6.
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Lexington's Division II 4x800 state championship a total team effort
"The 2026 Division II 4x800-meter relay state championship was truly a team effort.
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