To kick off 2025, Windham’s indoor track and field team participated in the University of Southern Maine’s New Year’s Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 4 where they competed against schools in Class A, B, C, and D as well as schools from New Hampshire.
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| Windham senior Ava Gerrity soars through the air during the New Year's Invitation Indoor Track Meet at the University of Southern Maine in Gorham on Saturday, Jan. 4. PHOTO BY MATT PASCARELLA |
Boys
“My only prior experience with multi-events was a decathlon from last year, and since I enjoyed that kind of competition then I figured I should try it again,” said Engelman. “Also, times when I can compete in this kind of event are rare and I’d figure I’d make the best of this chance. I was very satisfied with my performance as it was a result of the hard work I’ve put in this year so far. I had four (personal records) in the five events in the pentathlon as well and I’m extremely happy with how I performed.”
Junior Mason Arbour finished fifth in the pentathlon with a score of 2587.
In the 55-dash, junior Karl Longstreth finished sixth with a 6.70-second time. In the 200, he finished fifth with a time of 23.65; both personal records for him.
Senior Rory Good finished seventh in the 55-hurdles with a time of 8.48; a new personal record.
According to Good, competing in the Invitational was fun and he likes getting to run against some of the fastest people in and out of the state. Some things that went well for Good were his blocks felt better than they usually do, and he did well with the nerves and really focused in on the race. He said he needs to work on his turnover between the hurdles which is what is really slowing him down.
Junior Nick Verrill had a height of 5-06.00 feet in the high jump.
“We decided to use this meet to ... see how we could perform against top performers from all over Maine and some teams from New Hampshire,” said Windham boys’ indoor track and field coach Paula Pock. “We were really happy to see the boys step up against strong competition and really perform their best. We look forward to carrying this momentum into the next few weeks.”
Girls
In the high jump, junior Nealie Morey finished third with a height of 4-10.00. She also finished fourth in the long jump with a distance of 16-00.00.
“I feel like I’m very much a well-rounded athlete, so I like being able to showcase it, and I always have a lot of fun doing (the Pentathlon),” said Pelletier, who also placed first in the triple jump with a 36-09.25 distance. “It was great ... I knew I had a good chance to come in first. I’m really glad I did it, it’s a lot of fun and a lot of prep work you got to do, but it’s always worth it.”
Junior Addison Shanholtz placed ninth in the pole vault with a height of 7-00.00.
“I think yesterday went really well,” said senior Ava Gerrity who finished sixth in the long jump with a 15-07.50 distance and sixth in the triple jump with a 32-09.50 distance. “It definitely set the tone for a good season ahead. I’m happy with how I performed but l can’t wait for more meets to see further improvements.”
Senior Marina Schwarz finished 10th in the shot put when she threw a distance of 30-03.25.
“This meet set the tone for our ladies to always show up and bring their best on the day while together they make it fun,” said Windham girls’ indoor track and field coach Jeff Riddle. “All while staying in the pursuit of our team and individual goals. This meet was an incredible opportunity to learn how to navigate and stay composed while competing in big meets. It helped them gain experience in how bigger championship level meets are run. This ... builds their confidence (and) is worth experiencing to learn how to prep for the regional championships, States, or even for the New England Championships. It also shows them what is possible and that they too can compete on this large stage.” <
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