At the recent track meet at Zama High School, St. Mary’s relay team delivered a remarkable performance, breaking the long-standing 4×1 record and setting a new benchmark that will be remembered for years to come. The previous record of 44.24 seconds, held by Eugene Oser, Valery Atanga, Vincent Vareta, and Mr. Ioki Ichikawa—the current short-distance track coach—had stood for 28 years and was a testament to the school’s rich track and field tradition. The team had come close to breaking it on several occasions, missing the mark by just 0.2 to 0.5 seconds. The old record,
In a stunning display of speed and coordination, the team consisting of Noah T. (’27), Koki O. (’25), Tyler M. (’25), and Teiju A. (’25) shattered the record, clocking in at 44.10 seconds. Their flawless teamwork and chemistry were evident as each member played a crucial role in this thrilling achievement.
This victory marks a significant milestone for St. Mary’s athletics, showcasing the talent of young athletes like Noah T. (’27), Koki O. (’25), Tyler M. (’25), and Teiju A. (’25). Not only did they break a long-standing record, but they also set a new standard for excellence that will inspire future relay teams. With Far East fast approaching, there’s every chance this record could be broken once again as these athletes continue to push the limits of their speed.
The following runners have qualified for Far East and their events :
4x800m – Tyler D. (’27), Franklin R. (’25), Kento Y. (’25), Yuto T. (’27)
4x400m – Aoto F. (’27), Ramon H. (’26), Koki O. (’25), Takao S. (’27)
4x100m – Noah T. (’27), Koki O. (’25), Tyler M. (’25), Teiju A. (’25)
100m & 200m – Koki O. (’25)
1600m – Mughil RK. (’26)
3200m – Franklin R. (’25), Yuto T. (’27)
High Jump – Sola T. (’25), Ginta F. (’27)
Long Jump – Luke S. (’25)
Triple Jump – William R. (’25)
Congratulations to them and best of luck at Far East!
