Local Athletes Shine at NLC Championship: Claire Payne and Girls Relay Team Secure Titles

The Northern Lakes Conference (NLC) Championship Meet was held in Warsaw on a Wednesday night. Claire Payne retained her High Jump title with a 5-foot jump. The Girls 4 x 100 Meter Relay Team, composed of Anna Roeder, Kady Hutsell, Hannah Chupp, and Elayna Yoder, won their third consecutive NLC title.

All members of the relay team, including Hanna Clyde, were named All NLC for the year 2024. Clyde was also recognized as an at-large member due to her skills and the respect she has earned from the conference coaches.

In the team standings, the Lady Panthers finished fifth with 86.5 points. Warsaw Community led with 162.5 points, followed by Concord with 99.5 points, and Northridge with 89.5 points. These scores reflect the strong competition among the teams.

The boys' NLC meet will conclude on Thursday. The Pole Vault competition was paused due to darkness and will continue with Joe Mitschelen and five others competing with the bar at 12 feet.

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