Eatonville Qualifies 21 For Districts After Strong SPSL Track & Field Meet

The Eatonville Cruiser track and field team turned in a standout performance at the 2A SPSL League Championships on Wednesday at Mount Tahoma High School, with 21 athletes punching their ticket to the upcoming West Central District 3 meet.

Competing against a tough field of eight schools, the Eatonville boys placed fourth overall, while the girls finished sixth. The effort was highlighted by three league titles across four events, showcasing both individual dominance and team depth.

Senior Ethan Carter took home the pole vault crown, soaring to a win and solidifying his spot as one of the top vaulters in the region. On the track, Kelani Monserrate stormed to a league title in the 400 meters, outrunning the field with a commanding performance.

Meanwhile, Taylor Johnson pulled double duty in the ambulatory events, capturing first place in both the shot put and discus. Johnson’s pair of titles added to Eatonville’s overall success and served as a proud moment for the program’s commitment to inclusivity and athletic excellence.

Beyond the champions, Eatonville's depth was on full display. A total of 21 athletes earned district qualifying marks, giving the Cruisers strong representation for the West Central District 3 Championships, scheduled for May 21–23 at Bremerton High School.

The full list of district qualifiers includes: Riley Hill, Kelani Monserrate, Hannah Bieker, Bridget Stumph, Rogue Pound, Lily Lightfoot, Jacob Simons, LaShawn Beaver, Oscar Diaz, Hailey Courson, Sienna Henkel, Kalli Olson, Adam Ames, Taylor Johnson, Jenae Roulst, Miley King, Ethan Carter, Mark Devera, Ava Tatro, Caelyn Schneider and Philip Buchholz.

With district competition looming, Eatonville will look to build on the momentum from league and continue its push toward state qualification.

The Cruisers will now turn their focus to Bremerton, where they’ll face off against top qualifiers from across the region. With several league champions and a deep field of talent, Eatonville is poised to make another strong showing.