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The Illinois high school track season has showcased elite talent in the hurdles, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 110-meter hurdles  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the fastest and most technically sound competitors in the state. Combining explosive speed, precise hurdle clearance, and rhythm under pressure, these athletes have consistently delivered standout performances throughout the season. From clean starters to dominant finishers, each hurdler on this list has e

The Illinois high school track season has featured outstanding performances in the hurdles, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 100-meter hurdles  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the premier talent in the state. Requiring a precise blend of speed, technique, and rhythm, this event has produced thrilling races and consistently fast times throughout the season. From explosive starters to technically polished finishers, each athlete on this list has earned her ranking thro

The Illinois high school track season has brought forward an impressive collection of long-distance talent, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 3200 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the very best in the event statewide. Demanding strength, patience, and relentless consistency, the 3200 m often separates the toughest competitors, and these athletes have risen to the challenge with standout performances against elite competition. From steady front-runners to powerf

The Illinois high school track season has featured impressive strength in the distance events, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 3200 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the best long-distance talent in the state. Demanding patience, endurance, and mental toughness, the 3200 m has produced tightly contested races and fast times throughout the season. From relentless front-runners to strategic racers with powerful finishing kicks, each athlete on this list has earne

The Illinois high school track season has showcased elite distance talent, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 1600 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the standard of excellence in the event. Requiring a blend of endurance, speed, and race intelligence, the mile has produced thrilling finishes and consistently fast times throughout the state. From established championship contenders to emerging breakout performers, each athlete on this list has earned his ranking th

The Illinois high school track season has delivered exceptional competition in the middle distances, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 800 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the elite performers in the state. This demanding event requires a unique balance of strength, speed, and race strategy, and these athletes have consistently risen to the challenge with standout performances throughout the season. From commanding front-runners to explosive finishers, each run

The Illinois high school track season has showcased outstanding depth in the middle distances, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 800 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the premier talent in the state. Requiring a rare blend of speed, endurance, and race intelligence, the 800 m has produced thrilling battles and fast times throughout the season. From aggressive front-runners to patient kickers, each athlete on this list has earned his ranking through consistency, c

The Illinois high school track season has featured exceptional depth in the middle distances, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 800 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the elite of the state. Combining strength, speed, and tactical racing, these athletes have delivered consistent, high-level performances against some of the toughest competition Illinois has to offer. From front-running specialists to devastating closers, each runner on this list has earned her pla

The Illinois high school track season has featured outstanding performances in the 400 meters, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 400 m  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the state’s most dynamic quarter-milers. These athletes have combined speed, endurance, and strategic racing to post standout times and consistently compete at the highest level. From emerging talents to seasoned leaders, each runner on this list has earned her place through determination and excellence

The Illinois high school track season has showcased exceptional talent in the quarter-mile, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 400 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A represent the fastest and most consistent quarter-milers in the state. Combining speed, strength, and endurance, these athletes have delivered powerful performances that have defined the 400 m landscape this season. From rising stars to seasoned competitors, each runner on this list has earned their ranking with

The Illinois high school track season continues to deliver elite sprinting talent, and the Top 10 ranked girls in the 200 meters  across each classification represent the very best the state has to offer. From Class 1A through Class 3A, these athletes have separated themselves with powerful curve running, exceptional closing speed, and consistency on the biggest stages. Whether emerging stars or proven championship contenders, each runner on this list has posted standout perf

The Illinois high school track season has produced another electrifying group of sprinters, and the Top 10 ranked boys in the 200 meters  across Classes 1A through 3A showcase the fastest talent in the state. Blending speed, strength, and technical precision around the curve, these athletes have delivered standout performances that have defined the competitive landscape of the 200 m this season. From breakout underclassmen to seasoned title contenders, each runner on this lis

The 2025 Track and Field Season was a wild one for the girls 100m. We saw an insane jump in the caliber of the field that the state meet produced. We enter this year with a total of 19 of the 27 all-staters returning which makes this year look to improve on the massive improvements that last year started. These rankings are based on multiple factors including PRs, consistency, state placement, and national placement. Only data from the 2025 Track & Field season are used in th

The Illinois high school track season has once again showcased a remarkable group of sprinters, and these Top 10 ranked boys in the 100 meters represent the fastest and most exciting talent across each classification. From explosive starts to electric top-end speed, these athletes have defined the sprinting landscape in the state with performances that have electrified fans and rivals alike. This list highlights the elite competitors in Class 1A through Class 3A, celebrating

Lets check out who are the top entries for the CYUP Misfits Invite! The registration deadline is rapidly approaching and its your time to signup for this great meet! MEET REGISTRATION DISTANCE GIRLS SUNNY WEBER 1600m - 4:41.90 3200m - 9:59.16 ELLIE BARADA 800m - 2:03.95 1600m - 4:42.08 ANNIKA SWAN 800m - 2:10.08 1600m - 4:42.56 ELIZA SCHAWSS 800m - 2:08.54 MILE - 4:44.88 CHARLEE GALL 800m - 2:15.39 1500m - 4:29.87 ALI LONDRIGAN 1600m - 4:52.49 3200m - 10:40.99 ELISE HAGEN 160

Last year, we introduced a fan-driven vote to recognize standout performances and achievements from the cross country season, giving athletes, teams, and moments the spotlight they deserved. The response was tremendous, with passionate support pouring in from across the state to help determine the winners of multiple awards. Now, we’re excited to bring these honors back for a second year and continue celebrating the incredible talent and dedication within the cross country co

The 2026 Track & Field season is just around the corner! Which means that our pre-season rankings are also just around the corner! Check out the schedule of when each preview will drop so you can check back here for your favorite events and athletes to be mentioned! January 5th - 100m January 6th - 200m January 7th - 400m January 8th - 800m January 9th - 1600m January 10th - 3200m January 12th - 100H/110H January 13th - 300H January 14th - 4x100m January 15th - 4x200m January

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The CYUP Misfits Invite  has quickly carved out an elite legacy, transforming from an ambitious indoor meet into one of the premier showcases of high school and middle school talent in the Midwest. Year after year, the meet delivers national-caliber performances, drawing top athletes who aren’t afraid to chase fast times in a high-energy, championship-style atmosphere. Records have fallen, stars have emerged, and the Misfits Invite has earned a reputation as the place where r

In case you missed our press release for Pack Media, check it out HERE ! Pack Media is looking to hire helpers for 2026 as they start up. There is a few different ways to help. 1) Taking videos at Track & Field meets - Going to Track & Field meets in the chicagoland area and uploading them immediately. You will be supplied with the materials needed to conduct this. 2) Helping with our Meet of The Week Production - Going to our Meet Of The Week productions and helping produc