The track and field season is off and running in the St. Louis metro area, and several top athletes are showing they have the mettle to win medals. On the girls’ side, senior Kyndall Spain of ...

Track and field consists of sprints, distance running and field events. A handful of programs have formed elite trios of athletes in each category in 2025.

Many former area high school standout athletes have graduated and went on to play their respective sports at the collegiate level, with a handful electing to stay close to home.

In cross country, McElhaney owns four varsity letters and is a four-time state medalist. She is also last season’s District 10 Champion and holds the Jamestown record time at the school’s home course.