Holwerda and Dux surge to runner-up at regional finals
Zeeland West senior Carson Holwerda anchored the Dux 4x400 relay to win the regional title in 3:23.41 and clinch state qualification, helping Dux finish second at Grand Haven with 95 points behind Rockford. Holwerda also placed second in the 400 meters at 49.65, qualifying individually for state. Teammates Abel Boetsma, Ethan Brooks, and Ben Brooks won the 4x200 relay in 1:28.34.
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Saugatuck boys clinch eighth straight regional title in thriller
Saugatuck edged Potter's House 144 to 139 as five runners earned state meet spots. Max Shamas led with 9:48.03 in the 3,200, followed by Nick Pettinga, Adam Martinson, Tristan Ashley, and Luke Gorgas contributing key points. Coach Rick Bauer praised the dramatic finish and the team’s distance strength. Benny Diaz also advanced to the state finals.
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Saugatuck girls win regional title in track dominance
Saugatuck claimed the regional team title with 128 points, led by Aerin Baker's 17.01 in the 100 hurdles and Bailey Morrow's 17.08, with Jillian Johnson anchoring the 4x200 in 1:55.27 and sweeping the 400 in 1:05.08. The Trailblazers secured multiple state meet qualifications and praised depth with 14 athletes advancing.
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