Archive for Saturday, May 24, 2008

Braves take second at state track meet

Bonner Springs junior Jonathan Walker anchors the 400-meter relay team to a state championship and new Class 5A state record.

Bonner Springs junior Jonathan Walker anchors the 400-meter relay team to a state championship and new Class 5A state record.

May 24, 2008

The Bonner Springs boys track team poses with its second-place trophy at the Class 5A state track meet.

The Bonner Springs boys track team poses with its second-place trophy at the Class 5A state track meet.

Bolstered by a slew of individual state championships from twin brothers Jeremy and Jonathan Walker, as well as a state record-setting performance in the 400-meter relay by the Walker brothers, Ian Briggs and L.T. Lee, the Bonner Springs boys track team placed second at the Class 5A state meet.

Jonathan Walker won the 200 and the 110 hurdles and was fourth in the triple jump. Jeremy Walker won the 100 and the long jump and was second in the 110 hurdles.

James Carter finished third in the 800.

For a full recap of the state track meet, pick up Thursday's edition of The Chieftain.

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