Morris Track and Field

05/15/2026

As we extend congratulations to our senior athletes on their graduation day, we would like to specially recognize our esteemed Coach Kyle Richardson. A proud Morris alum, Coach Richardson graduated with a Bachelor's degree in sports management from Southwestern College. We are delighted to note that he will be joining our faculty again this fall as a coach for the Morris Football team.

05/12/2026

🚨 RECORD VERIFICATION UPDATE 🚨

Following confirmation of verification, legitimate updates are being implemented. An updated record board is scheduled to be displayed by next week. Verification has confirmed all four members of the 2006 1600m relay team. Furthermore, verification has validated the 1988 girls' 800m relay team as school record holders with a time of 1:48.18. Can any individual provide information regarding the team members of this relay? The individual members of the 2005 boys' 3200m relay team have also been verified. Arrangements are underway to display a record board in the gym lobby to recognize these individuals. If you possess any additional helpful information, please share it with us.

05/09/2026

More than seven years ago, one of the greatest hurdlers in Morris Boys Track and Field history solidified his legacy in Catoosa. Riley Pannell, the school record holder in both the 110-meter and 300-meter hurdles, captured the 2019 Class 3A Boys 300-meter hurdles state title with an official time of 39.74. A former State Champion and All-Stater, Pannell was also part of the state-qualifying 800-meter relay team that same season — a relay squad that still holds the school record today. Join us in reliving this golden moment and celebrating a performance that remains etched in Morris track and field history.

05/05/2026

We are beyond proud of all of our athletes. These two shining stars get the spotlight this week as we prepare them for a great state run. They have worked hard the last two days. We appreciate Coach Sport at Beggs Public Schools for letting us use their track. Taylor and Sutton will compete Friday at Catoosa. Long jump event starts 9:30 and 300 Hurdles prelims begin at 3:30. Please come join us in cheering them on to a state title.

05/05/2026

Taylor has set a new school record and we are beyond proud of her. She competes Friday morning at 930, in Catoosa!

Lady Eagles track is SOARING!
Taylor Phillips jumped 17.2 and has set a new Morris Eagles standard for our Lady Eagles. She competes at STATE on Saturday. WE ARE EAGLE PRIDE! 🧡🖤🦅

05/03/2026

Morris track and field athletes had a come back story for the ages at the Regional Meet in Stroud.
🧨Starting off with our boys, Elijah Edwards showed up and showed out. He set personal records in all of his events, barely missing his ticket to state by mere inches. He jumped 18-18.75 in Long Jump, ran a 12.33 in the 100 Dash and 25.54 in the 200 dash.
🧨 Kean Richardson came prepared to battle and set new PR’s in the 400 run with a 1:04.38 and in the 800 with a 2:34.24.
The boys ended their season flying high, like an Eagle, with goals set for next season.

Our ladies were not going to be upstaged and came with gloves off.
🧨The 4x200 relay wanted to PR, and blew away the competition in their heat, running a 1:54.49.
🧨Our power house thrower Asiah Barnett, who has been sidelined all year from an extensive knee surgery was able to be cleared in the midnight hour. With 1️⃣ practice under her belt, she went in with unshakable faith and 🏅 in Shot Put, winning fifth and barely missed the mark for state. She also had an impressive showing in discus, winning 8th throwing 84 feet.
🧨 Sutton Giddens, started off her 100 hurdles running an 18.42, putting her in 8th place. Fighting off pain, she tightened her laces and ran her fastest time in the 300 hurdles, with a 50.18 taking home a medal for 6th place. Checking and rechecking scores, Coach Johnston checked scores and at 12:15 AM we found out SHE IS GOING TO STATE!!!
🧨Taylor Phillips was not gonna be left out and with more confidence than we have seen all year, she went into the Long Jump speaking in to existence she was jumping 17. She did not disappoint, surpassing her PR and goal, she jumped 17-2.75 making a name for herself, winning second, and SHE IS GOING TO STATE!!

We are incredibly proud of ALL of our athletes that have worked hard all season. It all came down to this and the determination and sacrifices paid off. What an incredible season. Sutton, Taylor, and their fans will travel to Catoosa, May 8-9, to compete in the 3A state meet.

04/27/2026

Morris Track and Field is poised for a strong showing at the regionals in Stroud on Saturday, where they'll take a crucial step toward securing a spot at the 3a state track meet in Catoosa, we invite the community to join in and cheer on our talented athletes.

04/23/2026

Morris ladies’ track had a phenomenal showing today at the Porter HS meet, coming away with 7th place overall team. Bringing home medals and top ten finishes:
Sutton Giddens won 🥈 in both the 100 hurdles (18.24) and 300 hurdles (51.75).
Madilyn Stacy placed 5th in 100 hurdles (21.07) and 6th in 300 hurdles (57.51).
Taylor Phillips medaled in the Long jump, coming in 🥈 with a 15-2 jump, and placing 🥉 in the 100 (13.44). She also had a strong showing in the 200, placing 6th with a (28.05), setting a new personal best.
Amy Gehring set a personal best in the 800 running a 2:49.87 and placing 7th. She also ran a 6:33.20 in the 1600 placing 7th.
The ladies 4x200 relay, consisting of Taylor Phillips, Tenli Barnett, Kailyn Fixico, and Sutton Giddens, rounded out the points with a 6th place finish of 1:56.10, shaving off another 2 seconds from their best time.
The men’s team had several top ten finishes, adding to a great day.
The 4x200 relay with Gage Ausbrooks, Isaiah Pannell, Keith Richardson, and Elijah Edwards earned a 7th place finish running a 1:46.
Keith Richardson set a new PR in the 200 running a 25.0, earning a 10th place spot.
Elijah Edwards keeps improving in his first year of track, earning 7th with a 18-3 in the long jump.
Isaiah Taylor earned two top ten finishes in his field events. Throwing a 36-9 in shot put, placing 10th and in the Discus throwing an impressive 90-8 feet, earning 7th.
Great job today Eagles. Keep soaring towards the finish line. Our next meet is Monday the 27th at Keys HS, and then regionals on Saturday, May 2nd.

Photo creds: Linda Boydston (team photo) Mickie Giddens action shots. Thank you parents for always filling the gap.

04/15/2026

📌SCHEDULE CHANGE 📌
Porter rescheduled their meet to next Wednesday, the 22nd. We will attend that meet and not travel to Prague on Friday.

04/15/2026

Due to forecasted storms tomorrow, and being overly cautious for the safety of student-athletes, we will not be traveling to Porter for the track meet.