Teays Valley High School Athletics

"Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe"-Abraham Lincoln The TVXC Girls continued their 2025 journey by traveling to Pickerington Central to take on tough competition from around the OCC as teams took a look at the conference course they will see in October. A week of hot weather led to a hot start as the Vikings got off the line quick and put themselves in position for a tough battle. Ultimately after facing off with state ranked teams: Canal Winchester, Big Walnut, and Westerville South, the Vikings finished in 4th place scoring 114 points. A great effort across the board for the Vikings as they pushed and fought for every spot. The Vikings were led by Reese Galinger who placed 2nd (19:29) and Addison Keplar 4th (19:39) as they secured an impressive two spots in the top 5. Not to be outdone, Grace Thanasack continued her strong season with her junior teammates, finishing 6th (19:39). Returning to racing, Julie Charter placed 52nd (22:10) and showed good promise as she knocked off the rust. Continuing her return, Kate Charter placed 57th (22:23) as she building momentum as the season progressed. Rounding out the scoring for the Vikings were Khloe Maxwell 82nd (23:08), who continue to show her strength as she pull double duty with volleyball and Iris Ardrey 84th (23:22), who moved up throughout the race, showing a strong finish. Others racing for the Vikings: Josephine Bowerman 24:06 (102nd) Bethany Wickline 24:26 (115th) Iris Lanas Garcia 24:35 (119th) Rialynn Carver 25:40 (135th) Bailie Peters 25:42 (136th) Elise Krouse 26:44 (154th) Ayla Martinez 26:48 (155th) Hannah Darst 27:03 (159th) Kylee McClure 27:47 (174th) Ellie Smith 28:00 (180th) Mikaela Frabott 29:30 (198th) Hannah Daniels 29:34 (199th) Chloe Brunton 31:54 (209th) The Vikings get back to preparation this week. Sharpening their axe and testing its strength week by week as they prepare themselves for the goals they set and the competition ahead.