Muncie Central Track & Field

TRAINING’S DONE. JOB’S NOT FINISHED‼️

The stage is set for the IHSAA Men’s Sectional Meet at Muncie Central. The lights are on, the blocks are set, and the Bearcats are ready to compete. 🟣⚫️

📍 Muncie Central
🕔 Field Events — 5:00 PM
🏃 Running Events — 5:30 PM

One team. One goal. Let’s Work.

We’ve been busy!

So far, we’ve kicked off our 2026 season with two strong program victories and a lot of stellar performances. The boys won the Pendleton Invite and picked up wins over Anderson and Richmond. This past weekend, they added a third-place finish at the Marion Relays.

The girls finished 5th at a very competitive Pendleton Invite, defeated Anderson, and competed strongly at the Delta Invite this past weekend.

There are too many great performances to name them all, but here are a few highlights from our first three meets:

• Senior Jayden Embry – multiple first-place finishes in the sprints
• Junior Kye Hiatt – Pendleton Invite champion in the 110m hurdles
• Junior Isaiah Snead – Marion Relays high jump champion
• Senior Terry Miles – strong performances in the long jump & 400m

• Outstanding throws from: Senior Marquis Allen, Junior AJ Toler, Junior Jayce Burkhart, Junior Jazlyn Harvey, and Junior Jackson Foster

• Freshman Zayla Winn – impressive distance performances
• Senior Haley Rollins – strong in the 400m

• Girls 4x100 (A. Embry, Bond, Johnson, J. Embry)
• Girls 4x400 (Bond, Johnson, Winn, Rollins)
• Boys 4x400 (Tyler, Williams-Tiller, Miles, Roberts)

We’ve got plenty of room to grow and a lot more opportunities ahead. Excited to keep building!

Huge Congratulations to Senior Marquis Allen! Marquis broke our team indoor record in the shot-put with a throw of 47-2💪 Awesome job Quis! 💜

It is great to be back on the track! Some great action shots by from our first HSR qualifier indoor meet 💜🥇!

💥 STATE FINALS RECAP 💥
Emmanuel Taylor finishes an unforgettable senior season with a 6th place finish at the IHSAA State Finals, launching the discus 177’11” — and breaking the school record for the 4th time this season‼️🔥

His 2025 accomplishments say it all:
🥈 NCC Runner-Up
🏅 Sectional Champion
🏅 Regional Champion
🔥 4x School Record Breaker
🏆 State Medalist

E-Man, your hard work and consistency have been inspiring. What a way to finish. 💪💜

🏅 Track & Field Plaque Award Winners – 2025 🏅
We’re excited to celebrate the athletes who stood out this season with some special awards! These Bearcats showed hard work, improvement, and leadership all year long.

Girls Team:
• Most Valuable in Field – Jazlyn Harvey
• Most Valuable in Sprints – Jayden Embry
• Most Valuable in Distance – Lily Clark
• Most Improved Athlete – Jasmine Ray
• Bearcat Coaches Award – Courtney Thrash
• Best Newcomer Award – Hadley Rollins

Boys Team:
• Most Valuable in Field – Emmanuel Taylor
• Most Valuable in Sprints – LaDameion Brown
• Most Valuable in Distance – Jacob Tyler
• Most Improved Athlete – Jayce Burkhart
• Bearcat Coaches Award – Kye Hiatt & Levi Roberts
• Best Newcomer Award – Terry Miles

Huge congrats to all the winners — you made this season one to remember! 💜🖤

🎓 Varsity Letter Award – Senior Class of 2025 🎓
As the season wraps up, we proudly recognize our Senior Varsity Letter Award recipients—athletes and managers who’ve dedicated themselves to Muncie Central Track & Field through years of hard work, leadership, and commitment. 🏅

These seniors have competed with passion, led with integrity, and set a standard for what it means to wear the Bearcat uniform. Whether setting PRs, mentoring teammates, or managing the chaos behind the scenes, each of you made this program stronger.

Thank you, Class of 2025. Your legacy is woven into the success of this team, and you will always be part of our Bearcat Track Family. 💜🖤

🏅 2025 Varsity Letter Award Recipients – Underclassmen 🏅
This season, our underclassmen Varsity athletes and team managers showed incredible growth, dedication, and competitive spirit—earning their place among the program’s best. 💪

Earning a Varsity Letter is a milestone that reflects commitment both on and off the track. These athletes and managers led by example, pushed their limits, and represented Muncie Central Track & Field with pride.

We’re excited for what’s ahead and proud of the foundation you’re building for the future of Bearcat T&F. 💜🖤

🏅 JV Track & Field Letter Award Recipients 🏅
This season, a group of hardworking and determined student-athletes rose to the challenge and proudly earned their JV Letter Award for Track & Field.

These Bearcats showed up day in and day out—pushing through tough practices, supporting their teammates, and competing with pride. Their commitment, growth, and positive attitude set the tone for what it means to be part of this program.

We’re proud to celebrate this important milestone and can’t wait to see what’s next as they continue to develop as athletes and leaders. 💜🖤

🎯 Emmanuel Taylor | Discus
🏅 2x NCC Champion
🏅 3x Sectional Champion
🔥 Set the school record THREE times
🔥 Set the Sectional Meet Record – 174’ 0” (PR)
🏆 3x Regional Qualifier
🥇 2025 Regional Champion
🎟️ State Qualifier – Seeded 9th in Indiana (171’ 7”)

Emmanuel Taylor has had a historic season and continues to raise the bar for Bearcat track and field. From breaking records to setting new standards, Eman’s journey reflects hard work, consistency, and passion.

While this weekend marks his final high school meet, the mission isn’t finished. We’re proud of everything he’s accomplished and excited to see what’s ahead at the collegiate level. Thank you for setting the standard for future Bearcats. Let’s finish strong at state, Eman! 💪🐾💜

📅 June 6, 2025
🕒 Start Time: 3:00 PM
📍 North Central High School Track Complex
1801 East 86th St. Indianapolis, IN 46240