Warrior Classic Showcases Top High School Track & Field Talent
By: Ruben Bourdeau | Sportzwire | January 5, 2025 | Photo courtesy Ruben Bourdeau
East Stroudsburg, PA — On Saturday, January 4th, East Stroudsburg University hosted its Annual Warrior Classic High School Indoor Meet at Koehler Field House. With 72 teams competing from across Southeastern, Central, and Northeastern Pennsylvania, as well as New Jersey, the event delivered a thrilling day of competition, highlighting standout athletes and dominant performances.
Representatives from Districts 2, 3, and 11 excelled, frequently placing in the top three in their events, showcasing the region's depth of talent.
Men’s Events Highlights
55-Meter Hurdles: Jhaven Sims-Pagan (Scranton) delivered a commanding performance, securing first place with a winning time of 8.10 seconds.
55-Meter Dash: Timothy Leonard (Wilkes-Barre Area) dominated his event, clinching gold with a swift 6.58 seconds.
200-Meter Dash: Jereal Moore (Pleasant Valley) took the crown in 23.87 seconds, holding off tough competition.
High Jump: Parkland’s Jaden Bulgin soared above the field, claiming first with a jump of 6 feet, 2 inches.
Shot Put: Tom Fiorelli (Valley View) delivered a standout throw of 49 feet, 8 inches, earning him a decisive victory.
Women’s Events Highlights
Triple Jump: Tomara Seid (Abington Heights) dazzled in the triple jump, securing first place with a leap of 34 feet, 11 ¾ inches.
Pole Vault: Katie Skirpan (Western Wayne) cleared an impressive height of 10 feet, taking home the win.
4x200 Relay: Parkland’s relay team outpaced their competition, earning gold with a time of 1:50.97.
Notable Relays and Team Performances
In the men’s 4x200 relay, Wilkes-Barre Area edged out Parkland by a single second, clocking in at 1:38.33.
Parkland’s women’s relay squad exhibited poise and speed, leading District 11’s dominance in the event.
Summary of Top Finishers
Men’s Results:
55-Meter Hurdles: Jhaven Sims-Pagan (Scranton) – 1st
55-Meter Dash: Timothy Leonard (Wilkes-Barre Area) – 1st
High Jump: Jaden Bulgin (Parkland) – 1st
Triple Jump: Da’von Underwood - (Wilkes-Barre Area District 2) 3rd
Long Jump: Da’von Underwood (Wilkes-Barre Area District 2) 2nd
Pole Vault: James McCauley (Parkland District 11) 3rd
Women’s Results:
55 Meter Hurdles: Emily Hoysan (Parkland District 11) 2nd
55 Meter Dash: Taylor Cofer-Walcott (East Stroudsburg South District 11) 2nd
55 Meter Dash: Angelica Velasquez (East Stroudsburg South District 11) 3rd
200 Meter Dash: Lucy Tobia (Parkland District 11) 2nd
200 Meter Dash: Cierra Valley (Parkland District 11) 3rd
3200 Meter Run: Hannah Brodhead (Freedom District 11) 2nd
4x200 Relay: Parkland – 1st
East Stroudsburg South - 2nd
Conclusion
The 2025 Warrior Classic once again showcased the exceptional talent present in regional high school track and field programs. From record-breaking sprints to dominating field events, the meet provided a stage for athletes to shine against a competitive field.
