HS Elite Shine at the USATF Indoor Championships
Competing against seasoned professionals and collegiate stars on one of the biggest stages in U.S. Indoor Track, a group of standout high school athletes proved they belong among the nation's best at the USATF Indoor Track and Field Championships. Facing elite competition, challenging race tactics, and the pressure of a national championship, Quincy Wilson, Taylor Cox, Elena Cooper, and Kassidy Hopkins each delivered impressive performances, showcasing their talent and resilience. From Wilson's strong finish in the 400m to Cox and Hopkins holding their own in the hurdles and Cooper landing a top-eight finish in the long jump, these rising stars made a statement: the future of American track and field is in good hands.
Quincy Wilson
Wilson continued his stellar 2025 season with a strong showing at the USA Indoor Track and Field Championships, finishing fifth in the 400m final. The 17-year-old phenom clocked 46.13 in the final after running 46.41 in the prelims to advance. Though he was just shy of his own high school national record of 45.66 from the New Balance Grand Prix earlier this month, Wilson once again proved he can hold his own against professional competition. His aggressive race strategy saw him split 21.75 through the first 200m, but heavy traffic forced him wide in the final stretch. Despite the challenge, Wilson's performance keeps him in the conversation for future international competition.
Taylor Cox
Cox impressed in the 60m hurdles, advancing to the finals after running 8.13 in the preliminary round. In a highly competitive field, she placed sixth in the final with a time of 8.15, narrowly missing her season-best and U.S. #1 mark of 8.10. Though just off her top form, Cox's consistency at the national level highlights her status as one of the top high school hurdlers in the country.
Elena Cooper
Cooper placed eighth in the long jump finals, delivering a best mark of 20' 0.5" on her first attempt. That early jump initially ranked her tied for fifth, but as the competition progressed, she slid down the standings. She recorded another solid mark of 19' 8.25" on her third jump, with both attempts standing as her only legal marks of the day. While she didn't improve in later rounds, her early performance was enough to secure a spot in the top eight.
Kassidy Hopkins
Hopkins, a junior from Bullis, also competed in the 60m hurdles and made it through the preliminary round with an 8.40, placing eighth to advance to the final. In the championship race, she improved slightly to 8.36, finishing seventh overall. Racing against some of the best talent in the country, Hopkins gained valuable experience on the national stage, further solidifying her position as one of the top hurdlers in high school track and field.