Winneconne boys track team aims for state title at WIAA championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Winneconne boys track and field team is set to compete at the WIAA state championships on June 5-6 at Veterans Memorial Stadium in La Crosse. Following a strong performance at the Chilton Sectional, where they secured first place, the team is hopeful for a better finish than last year's runner-up placement. Senior Grant Wenzelow and fellow athletes like Brody Schaffer and Hudson Samolinski are among the top competitors, poised to contribute valuable points. Coach Kraig Western believes their close sectional victory will help the team perform under pressure at state. Winneconne aims to capitalize on their talent across multiple events to challenge for the championship.
- •Winneconne has competitors in 11 events at the state championships.
- •Grant Wenzelow aims for strong finishes in the 800 and 1,600 meters.
- •Brody Schaffer won sectional titles in the 100 meters and is part of the 800 relay.
- •Hudson Samolinski qualified in shot put and discus after winning sectional titles.
- •Coaches emphasize the importance of performing well in a competitive field.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Winneconne boys highlight state track and field top contenders
"Winneconne boys in contention for state title; plus top boys, girls athletes to watch at the WIAA state track and field championships.
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