The 2026 Myrhum Invitational delivered a day of thrilling track and field action on Saturday, May 9, with host Arrowhead sweeping both the boys' and girls' team titles in commanding fashion.
On the girls' side, the Warhawks captured their fourth consecutive team championship and their fifth in the last six years at this prestigious meet, which is widely regarded as one of the premier outdoor events in the state. The boys' team added to the celebration by edging out Homestead by a single point, finishing with 54 total points for their third straight team title. Wisconsin Lutheran rounded out the top three, just six points behind.
Now, let's dive into the standout performances that made this year's Myrhum Invitational unforgettable.
Girls' Highlights
Oshkosh West's Sydnee Nelson turned heads in the 100-meter hurdles, blazing through her heat with a time of 14.14. Mukwonago's Laela Presendofer also made a statement in the 100-meter dash, crossing the line at 11.95 in a competitive heat that included Holmen's Lydia Lazarescu, Arrowhead's Avery Bott, and Arrowhead's Payton Eicher. Denmark's Ella Denor showed her speed as well, winning her 100-meter heat with a time of 12.26.
Boys' Highlights
Arrowhead's Trey Resch electrified the crowd in the 100-meter dash, winning his heat with an impressive 10.53. The race featured a deep field, including Marquette's Amillone Johnson, Waukesha West's Nola Schmidbauer, Sun Prairie West's Antonio Jackson, and Milwaukee Riverside's Presley Bencz. Wisconsin Lutheran's Niyer Clayborn dominated the 110-meter hurdles, crossing the line in 13.70 to claim victory.
With Arrowhead continuing its dynasty and individual stars emerging across the state, the 2026 Myrhum Invitational once again proved why it's a can't-miss event on the Wisconsin track and field calendar. Whether you're a competitor or a fan, moments like these remind us why we love the sport.
