Mark Lorson wins state high jump title with personal best of 6-9

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Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Mark Lorson wins state high jump title with personal best of 6-9
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Mark Lorson of Orrville achieved a personal best of 6 feet, 9 inches to win the Division III state high jump title in Columbus on June 6, 2026. After initially clearing 6 feet, 8 inches, he had to rush his final attempt due to a lightning delay. Lorson successfully cleared 6 feet, 9 inches on his last jump, marking a significant improvement in his performance. Throughout the season, he broke his school record multiple times and gained experience as a state qualifier in the previous year.

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  • Lorson cleared 6-9 to win the Division III state title.
  • He had previously set a personal best of 6-8.
  • Lightning caused a delay before his final jump attempt.
  • This win capped a season of multiple record-breaking performances.
  • He was also a Division II state qualifier last season.
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Orrville's Mark Lorson not only won the Division III state title in the high jump, but cleared a personal best 6-9 in the process.

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