Sikeston boys, Malden girls victorious at Twilight Relays

SIKESTON — The Sikeston Twilight Relays showcased fierce competition on Thursday, April 4.

On the boys’ side, Sikeston emerged victorious with a dominant 127.50 team score. Malden’s girls’ team delivered their own impressive performance, securing first place with 111.0 points.

Sikeston’s Chris Artis leaped to a victory in the long jump (22-1) and blazed to a win in the 200-meter dash in 22.81 seconds.

Teammate Bo Riddle won the javelin event with a throw of 145-9. Sikeston’s speed was further evident in their 800 relay victory, clocking in at 1:34.99.

Other schools made their presence felt. Malden’s Tristin Moncrief soared over the bar at 6-6.50 to take the high jump, while Ben Embry showcased his pole vaulting prowess with an 11-5.75 clearance.

Charleston’s Kamirion Wiley sprinted to a 52.10 victory in the 400, and Kennett’s Kevin Thompson launched the discus a formidable 145-3.

Blytheville’s Eugene Williams leaped 41-11.50 to win the triple jump and Bell City’s Kale Richardson won the shot put event with a 47-4.25 throw. Potosi’s Landon Sprous clinched the 110 hurdle win at 15.12 seconds, while Caruthersville’s Jermonte Alexander sprinted to the finish line in 11.07 seconds to win the 100.

The girls’ competition was equally fierce.

New Madrid County Central’s Amya Bills displayed impressive speed, winning both the 100 (12.14 seconds) and 200 (26.82 seconds). Malden’s Angela Dobbins proved her versatility with victories in the high jump (5-6) and long jump (18-1.50).

Sydni Haliburton added to Malden’s wins with an 18.04-second finish in the 100 hurdles.

Other highlights included Sikeston’s Katherine Ressel’s 96-6 javelin throw and Charleston’s Teasure Kimble’s 50.85-second victory in the 300 hurdles.

Scott City’s Lilyan Landis crossed the finish line first in the 400 with a time of 1:07.54.

Potosi’s Alyson Skiles (2:40.40 in the 800 run) and Van Buren’s Adria Marvin, who secured double wins in the 1600 (6:06.17) and 3200 (13.55.56) runs, also put on impressive displays of endurance.

Relay races brought additional excitement.

Malden’s girls’ team showed their teamwork with wins in both the 400 and 800 relays. Potosi’s boys’ and girls’ squads each won the 1600 relay, while Van Buren’s boys took the 3,200 title.

Caruthersville’s boys’ team showcased their speed, winning the 400 relay.

__COMPLETE TEAM RESULTS__

__BOYS:__ Sikeston 127.50, Potosi 98.50, Malden 57.00, New Madrid County Central 51.00, Kennett 50.00, Charleston 50.00, Scott City 48.50, Van Buren 41.00, East Prairie 35.00, Notre Dame 34.50, Caruthersville 33.50, Cape Central 30.50, Blytheville 28.50, Hayti 19.50, Bell City 15.00, Clearwater 9.00, Greenville 6.00, Zalma 4.00, Richland 2.00, Scott County Central NTS, Couch NTS, Delta NTS, Oran NTS.

__GIRLS:__ Malden 111.00, Potosi 106.00, Notre Dame 94.00, Sikeston 78.00, Kennett 49.00, Scott City 48.00, New Madrid County Central 45.00, Charleston 43.00, Van Buren 30.00, Cape Central 25.00, East Prairie 18.00, Zalma 15.00, Blytheville 13.00, Clearwater 11.00, Couch 8.00, Greenville 8.00, Caruthersville 7.00, Delta 7.00, Richland 5.0, Oran 3.0, Scott County Central 2.0, Hayti NTS, Bell City NTS.