Flyers Shine at USATF New Jersey Association Junior Olympic Championships
The Flyers Track Club delivered an outstanding performance at the USATF New Jersey Association Junior Olympic Championships, held June 6-7 at Hub Stein Field in Plainfield. Competing against some of the state's best young athletes, Flyers athletes earned multiple state titles, regional qualifying performances, personal bests, and club records.
Leading the way were two newly crowned New Jersey Association Champions. In the 7-8 Boys division, Jackson Sarvey captured the state championship in the 800m Run with a strong performance that also secured his spot at the Regional Championships. In the 9-10 Boys division, Greyson Dunleavy had a remarkable weekend, winning both the 1500m Run and Long Jump to claim two state titles.
The Flyers qualified 13 athletes for the USATF Region 2 Junior Olympic Championships by earning top-eight finishes in their respective events. Regional qualifiers included:
Jackson Sarvey (7-8 Boys) – 800m Run
- Catalina Herits (9-10 Girls) – 1500m Run
- Hannah Johnson (9-10 Girls) – 1500m Run
- Logan Meisch (9-10 Boys) – Javelin
- Greyson Dunleavy (9-10 Boys) – 800m Run, 1500m Run, Long Jump
- Grayson Van Dyk (9-10 Boys) – 800m Run, 1500m Run
- Ellie Davis (11-12 Girls) – Long Jump
- Finley Cheung (11-12 Girls) – Long Jump
- Sandra Jakubiuk (13-14 Girls) – 3000m Run
- Leo Anspach (13-14 Boys) – 3000m Run
- Connor Barrett (13-14 Boys) – 400m Dash, 800m Run
- Sydney Kessler (17-18 Girls) – Long Jump
Several Flyers athletes also etched their names into the club record book. Connor Barrett broke the club record in the 800m Run, while Greyson Dunleavy set new club records in the Long Jump, 1500m and 800m Dash. These record-breaking performances continue a tradition of excellence and highlight the dedication these athletes have shown throughout the season.
Congratulations to all Flyers athletes on an exceptional weekend, and best of luck to those advancing to the USATF Region 2 Junior Olympic Championships at Moravian College July 9-12.
The Westfield Area YMCA Flyers Track Club is led by USATF-certified coaches and serves hundreds of athletes ages 7-15 year-round. Athletes learn the fundamentals of distance running and techniques unique to off-track running, with more experienced runners building on fundamental skills through conditioning and in-depth training. The Flyers Track Club Summer Session is currently going on till July 20th and it's never too late to sign up. For more information, visit www.yflyerstrackclub.com or contact Michelle Almeida at [email protected] 908-301-9622 ext. 279.
The Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Visit www.westfieldynj.org to learn more about Westfield Area YMCA and Cranford YMCA programs. Financial assistance is available for YMCA memberships and programs to those who qualify.