The Dick Dei Track Classic in Wheeling saw the Parkersburg boys team excel in several events, earning a runner-up finish and setting themselves up for future success. Jack Mills led his team to victory in the 3200 race with a time of 9:38.78, while Connor George finished third with a time of 9:55.42. Landen Davis from Magnolia secured second place in the race with a time of 9:52.83.
The Parkersburg boys team also had standout performances in other events, including a two-three finish in the 400 meters by Landen Deuley and Jackson Wharton. They also won the 4×4 relay with a time of 3:31.96 and finished as runners-up in the 4×2 relay with a time of 1:32.12. Other notable performances came from Jake Bauman, who placed third in the shot put, and Jack Mills, who finished fourth in the 800 meters.
Overall, the Parkersburg boys team showed depth and talent at the Dick Dei Track Classic, setting them up for success in upcoming competitions such as the Russ Parsons Invitational at Stadium Field.
