News Summary

As Montana high school athletes gear up for the 2025 State Track and Field Meets, they focus on qualifying times and distances set to take place in Kalispell and Missoula. With various standards announced for each classification, young talents aim to secure their spots at the championships. Coaches encourage teamwork and personal bests as the season unfolds, and vibrant competition is anticipated across all events.

Montana High School Track and Field Stars Gear Up for 2025 State Meets!

It’s that exciting time of year again in Montana as passionate young athletes lace up their running shoes, eyeing the coveted spots in the upcoming 2025 State Track and Field Meets. With the qualifying standards officially announced, students from all classifications can now focus their training on achieving those desired times and distances!

Classes and Dates to Remember

Mark your calendars! The 2025 Class AA and Class A state meets will take place on May 23-24 in beautiful Kalispell. Meanwhile, the spirited athletes from Class B and Class C will be competing on the same weekend in Missoula. It sounds like a weekend full of action-packed fun, doesn’t it?

How Do Athletes Qualify?

All four Montana high school classifications — if you didn’t know — utilize specific qualifying standards to guarantee that fresher faces can shine alongside the seasoned pros at the state championships. Athletes have plenty of opportunities during the regular season to secure their places by meeting or exceeding these qualifying marks at eligible meets. Just a quick reminder, any track events must use fully automatic timing, and all field events are on the list!

What Are the Qualifying Standards?

The qualifying standards for 2025 have been freshly updated, and they do indeed vary from class to class and event to event. So, let’s break them down for both boys and girls so that everyone is on the same page!

For the Boys: Exciting Standards for All Events

The following is a sneak peek at what the boys need to achieve:

  • 100 Meters: Class AA – 11.25 seconds; Class A – 11.30 seconds; Class B – 11.50 seconds; Class C – 11.57 seconds
  • 200 Meters: Class AA – 22.80 seconds; Class A and B – 23.10 seconds; Class C – 23.93 seconds
  • 400 Meters: Class AA – 51.80 seconds; Class A and B – 51.70 seconds; Class C – 52.33 seconds
  • Long Jump: Class AA – 21 feet; Class A – 20 feet 6 inches; Class B – 20 feet 4 inches; Class C – 20 feet 9 inches
  • Discus: Class AA – 146 feet; Class A – 142 feet; Class B – 139 feet 7 inches; Class C – 141 feet 4 inches

For the Girls: Aiming High!

Now turning to the talented girls. Here’s a look at what they need to aim for:

  • 100 Meters: Class AA – 13.0 seconds; Class A – 13.1 seconds; Class B – 13.2 seconds; Class C – 13.04 seconds
  • 200 Meters: Class AA – 26.70 seconds; Class A – 26.90 seconds; Class B – 27.10 seconds; Class C – 26.92 seconds
  • 800 Meters: Class AA – 2:24.00 minutes; Class A – 2:26.00 minutes; Class B – 2:25.20 minutes; Class C – 2:25.48 minutes
  • High Jump: Class AA – 5 feet 2 inches; Class A – 5 feet 0 inches; Class B – 4 feet 11 inches; Class C – 5 feet 0 inches
  • Javelin: Class AA – 113 feet; Class A – 113 feet; Class B – 115 feet 6 inches; Class C – 116 feet 6 inches

Time to Hit the Track!

With the qualifiers set, the pressure is on, but that just means it’s time to give it your all! Coaches and teammates will rally around each other, creating environments that encourage mutual success. Remember, whether you’re a sprinter flying past the finish line or a thrower launching your personal best—it’s all about teamwork and pushing your limits!

May the best athletes shine on the track and field this season in Montana as they aim for those state meet qualifications!

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