The North Penn Winter Track team, led by coach Jaimey Jones, is back for another season. The Knights are looking for a strong state showing this year, coming back with several state runners. The 4×800 meter relay team remains something to watch, returning 2 of the 4 runners from a 6th place state finish last year. Other events to watch for are the 4×200 meter relay, with 3 of the 4 runners returning, as well as Junior Brad Deckel in the Pole Vault.
Head Coach: Jaimey Jones
Key Losses: Riley Gaibler, James Desimone, Jack Maccauley
Key Returners: Eric Rothenberger(12), Ryan Tung(11), Joe LeConey(12), Ryan Grace(12), Chris Jeffries(10), Jordan Green(12), Gift Omo-Ekpadi(12), Pat Zancoelli(12), Brad Deckel(11), Justin Boyette(12), Phil McGinty(12)
Key Events: Meet of Champs at Lehigh University, Kevin Dare Invinational and States at Penn State University
Senior Eric Rothenberger said: “Last year was great, we were a hard working team set on getting a state medal, but it is a new year with a new team, I think we’re going to be even better than last year.”
Junior Ryan Tung said: “I’m ready to go, I have been waiting to start running again and I can’t wait to start racing.”