Stallions end Season on High Note

Lavoxkeia Jumps a Personal Best for a spot on the podium

Spring, TX, August 14, 2011. The Texas Stallions Track Club competed this past week in the Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympics in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Twenty-Four boys and girls from the Stallions stable took part in the event representing Spring, Klein, Tomball, The Woodlands, and Conroe.

Medals were awarded to the top-eight finishers in each event by age group.  Among the hundreds Junior Olympic Medalist, the Gulf District Bantam Girls Long Jump Silver Medalist, Lavoxkeia Carnes snagged a medal for her 5^th place finish in the Bantam Girls Long Jump with a personal record of 13’7.75 inches. She is the reigning Champion of the Bantam Girls Gulf District and West Texas National Qualifier in the 100m and 400m Dash. “I am so proud of her” said Head Jumps Coach Amesha Forward, “I knew she had it in her!”

Although she did not make it to the podium, at the Junior Olympics the Krimmel

Tre'Neice in the Sub-Youth Girls Triple Jump

Intermediate Triple Jump Record Holder and Gulf District Silver Medalist , Tre’Neice Elder just missed medaling by inches, finishing 13^th in the Sub-Youth Girls Triple Jump with a season best jump of 31’9.5”.

The Stallions also ended the season with two athletes on the Elite Youth All-American Honor Roll, Lavoxkeia Carnes in the Long Jump and 400m and Devauncia “Dee Dee” Frank in the Bantam Girls 1500 Meter Race Walk. Dee Dee is the Gulf District’s Bronze medalist in the Bantam Girls Shot Put and 1500 Race Walk. The two ladies were also part of a Trio which included Gabrielle “Gabby” Jenkin that captured the Bantam Girls Age Division Championship

Dee Dee stretches it out in the Bantam Girls Race Walk

at the Louisiana Governor Games in June, Where Dee Dee and Lavoxkeia medaled in two events and Gabby won the Bantam Girls 800m Run in a what was a very exciting race.

Other Stallion Junior Olympians representing the Stallions are:

• Alyssa Honora – Long Jump
• Brittany Collins – 400M
• Brendan Hurley – High Jump
• Christian Goodman –800M
• Christopher Collins -  800M, 4x400M Relay
• Derrick Rogers – 4x400M Relay
• Devancia Frank – Shot Put & 1500 Race Walk
• Diamond Butler – 400M, 200M & Long Jump
• Dominique Rogers – Long Jump
• Elijah Wright – 1500M & 800M
• Gabriel Goodman –3000M & 800M
• Gabrielle Jenkin – 800M
• Joseph Wiltz –Shot Put & Discus
• Kaitlin Kirkwood – Discus & Shot Put
• Lamont Grow – 400M Hurdles  & 4x400M Relay
• Lavoxkeia Carnes – 100M, 400M & Long Jump
• Morgan Wiltz –1500M Race Walk & Shot Put
• Nicole Honora –Shot Put & Discus
• Taejha Badal- 400M, 800M & Long Jump
• Tahj Jones – 800M
• Tamia Badal- 800M, 400M & Long Jump
• Taylor Jones – 1500M & 800M
• Tre’Neice Elder- Triple Jump & Long Jump
• Troi Bryant – 400M & 4x400M Relay

A youth Track and Field Club, the Texas Stallions are based in Spring Texas with athletes from Spring, Klein, Conroe, Houston, schools districts and the surrounding North Houston area. Registration is now open for Cross Country. The first practice will be on August 29, 2011. If you are interested in being a part of the Texas Stallions team please contact our registrar Vasha Campbell at (832)-415-0568 x105 or email texas.stallions@yahoo.com. The Stallions season was made possible in part by our sponsors Shell Houston Open, ExploreSpring.com, Hind Team Sports, LeadBusters, and YMB Construction & Remodeling.

About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club, Inc is a non-profit corporation that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 4 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

“This is the Stallions first time venturing into cross country”, said Coach Lavoxkeia Carnes, “but we hope to continue to educate our youth on the importance of fitness and how running can help them achieve their goals”.

Registration is now open for Texas Stallions Track Club Fall Running Program and can be completed online at www.texasstallions.org. The Stallions Cross Country program is targeted toward youth ages 6 – 11, but open to youth up to age 18. For more information, call (832) 415-0568. Registration ends on October 10, 2011 and is limited to 50 participants, so register early!

Join us and go running with your friends. This team running program is aimed at getting kids outside and into a healthy environment, with practices two-three times a week and two meets per month on Sunday afternoons. Distances will be appropriate for the age of the runner.

Registration is on a first come, first served basis, and all age divisions have limited space. The registration deadline is September 19. Late registrations may be accepted until October 6, 2011 based on availability. The Club cannot guarantee entry into program for registrations received after the deadline. Register online and get more information at www.texasstallions.org.

The Club is also seeking volunteer coaches for its Youth Cross Country and Track and Field Programs. The Texas Stallions Track Club certifies all coaches through the USA Track and Field Association. Background checks will be conducted. See the sports registration form for details, or call 832-415-0568.

About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club, Inc is a non-profit corporation that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 4 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

 The Stallions opened up the Season with the Primary Championships with one of its returning members Nzinga Williams and a new member but already and experienced runner at 8 years of age, Lauren Robertson, taking away Top 3 finishes in all of their events. Nzinga took the Gold in the 100m, the silver in the Long Jump and a Bronze in the 400m. While Lauren took the Gold in the 400m, the Bronze in the 100m, and  silver in the 200m. Even our newest Primary Lady Stallion came away with a 5^th place finish in the 400m, Miss Taejha Badal.

In our second meet of the season, we attended the 2011 Annual Visions Track Club Track and Field Meet, where the Midget Boys 4 x 800 meter relay (Martinez, Joseph, Robertson, Troy, Hinote, John, and Goodman, Gabe) showed promise on their 1^st outing bringing home a 3^rd place finish.  The good times continued to roll for the guys as Troy Robertson won the Midget Boys 200m, Jacob Martinez won the Sub-Youth boys 1500m and Long Jump, and Oliver Scheerhorn won the Sub-Midget Boys Shot Put. Joseph Wiltz finished second in the Sub-Youth Boys Shot Put and Gabe Goodman finished 2^nd in the Sub-Midget Boys 1500m their 1^st time out, and returning runner Brendan Hurley finished 3^rd in the 1500m. Our fourth place finishers were Troy Robertson Midget Boys 400m, and Joseph Martinez Sub-Midget Boys 1500m. Our fifth place finishers were Jacob Martinez in the Sub-Youth Boys 400m, and John Hinote in the Sub-Midget Boys 400m. Rounding out the top finishers are Joshua Martinez in the Sub-Midget Boys 1500m and Brendan Hurley in the Sub-Midget Boys 800m with 6^th place finishes.

Texas Stallions Midget Boys 4×800 Meter Relay at Visions Track Meet

But that’s not all the Lady Stallions had to have their spotlight, with Lavoxkeia Carnes, winning the Bantam Girls 400m and Long Jump. Morgan Wiltz is continuing her success in the Sub-Midget 1500 Race Walk with a 2^nd place finish. With 3^rd place finishes are Morgan in the Sub-Midget Shot Put, Lauren Robertson in the Primary 400m, and Lavoxkeia in the Bantam 100m. Nzinga Willims finished 4^th in Primary 100m, while Lauren in the Primary 100m and Taylor Jones in the Sub-Youth 1500m Run both finished 6^th.

On yesterday the Stallions took the competition to USATF, with their participation at the JP Houston Heat Track Team On-Fire Track Meet. The 6 Finishers were:

 1^st Place:

• Lavoxkeia Carnes, Bantam Girls, 100m, 400m, Long Jump 

2^nd Place:

• Devauncia Frank, Bantam Girls, Shot Put 

3^rd Place:

• Devauncia Frank, Bantam Girls, Race Walk
• Taylor Jones, Youth Girls, 3000m 

4^th Place:

• Morgan Wiltz, Midget Girls, Race Walk
• Gabriel Goodman, Midget Boys, 3000m 

5^th Place:

• Troy Robertson, Midget Boys 100m

6^th Place:

• Morgan Wiltz, Midget Girls, Shot Put
• Joseph Wiltz, Youth Boys, Shot Put

 A youth Track and Field Club, the Texas Stallions are based in Spring Texas. Practices are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Klein Collins High School or Klein Oak High School. Sponsor opportunities and limited athlete registration still exist, if you are interested in partnering with or being a part of the Texas Stallions team please contact our registrar at (832)-415-0568 or email texas.stallions@yahoo.com.

About the Texas Stallions  Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

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Thursday, January 27, 2011

Spring, TX. The Texas Stallions Track Club will host its annual information briefing on Thursday, January 27, 2011, for all boys and girls ages 6- 18 who are interested in joining us for the 2011 track season. Team members compete in track and field events during the season, which starts in February.

The FREE briefing starts at 6pm at Spring Creek Barbeque located at 6068 FM 2920 Rd Spring, TX 77379. For more information and online registration visit us at www.texasstallions.org, or contact Vasha Campbell (832) 415-0568, x105 or email texas.stallions@yahoo.com.

 About the Texas Stallions

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a 501(c)(3) Texas non-profit Corporation that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old.   Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area.  Questions? Contact the Texas Stallions Youth Track Club at (832) 415-0568 or email: texas.stallions@yahoo.com on the web at http://www.texasstallions.org.

Spring’s Own Texas Stallions Shine at the Louisiana Governor Games

Texas Stallions Track Club Girls Throwing Team at Louisiana Governor Games. Pictured l to r Kaitlin Kirkwood, Devauncia (DeeDee) Franks, and Morgan Wiltz.

Spring, TX, June 9, 2010. The Texas Stallions Track Club hit the road this past weekend to participate in the 19th edition of the Louisiana Governor’s Games, sponsored by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports which sponsors the event, aims to expand sports and fitness programs to encourage healthy behavior for Louisiana youth.

The Stallions and forty-five other teams with more than 1,500 youth athletes competed in the youth track and field meet at LSU’s Bernie Moore Track Stadium. Children ages 4 to 18 years came from Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Tennessee and Arkansas to participate in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) sanctioned event hosted by Crescent City Track Club.

Seven boys and nine girls from the Stallions stable took part in events that were held by age groups: PeeWee (6 & under) Primary (7-8), Sub-Bantam (9), Bantam (10), Sub-Midget (11), Midget (12), Sub-Youth (13), Youth (14), Intermediate (15-16), and Young Men/Women (17-18). For the first time in its 19 year history the Governor Games presented Team Awards to the Boys and Girls teams with the most points. The Stallions Girls Team placed 11^th earning 83 points with the throwers leading the way.

Custom medals of Gold, Silver and Bronze were awarded to the top-three finishers in each event by age group and points were awarded for the top eight toward the boys and girls team awards. The top-eight finishers were:

PeeWee:

• Alyssa Cummings – 8^th Place 200m 

Primary:

• Ahmad Cummings – 6^th Place Shot Put
• Connor Franklin – 5^th Place Shot Put and 8^th Place 800m
• Nzinga Williams – 6^th Place Long Jump

Sub-Bantam:

• Devauncia Franks – 1^st Place 1500m Race Walk and 1^st Place Shot Put
• Lavoxkeia Carnes -  2^nd Place 200m and 3^rd Place 400m

Bantam:

• Morgan Wiltz – 1^st Place Shot Put and 2^nd Place 1500m Race Walk

Sub-Midget:

• JaDarious White – 3^rd Place 100m and 7^th Place 200m

Midget:

• Alyssa Honora – 6^th Place 100m

Youth:

• Brittany Collins – 6^th Place 800m and 7^th Place 400m

Intermediate:

• Kaitlin Kirkwood – 1^st Place Discus and 1^st Place Shot Put
• Michael Briant – 6^th 110 Hurdles

“This was the Stallions first time participating in the event, and I am so pleased with their performance” said Head Coach Paul Durisseau, “and I am so grateful for our throws coaches James Carnes and Brad Franklin who have done a wonderful job with our throwers all of which are first-timers”. The Stallions can be seen next Saturday, June 12, 2010 at the AAU Sanctioned event held by the Sonics Track Club. The meet will be held at Klein Collins Stadium, 20811 Ella Boulevard, Spring, Texas 77388 at 8:30 am.

A youth Track and Field Club, the Texas Stallions are based in Spring Texas with athletes from Spring, Klein, Conroe, Houston, schools districts and the surrounding North Houston area. Practices are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Klein Collins High School. Sponsor opportunities still exist and athlete registration for the cross country season will open in July, if you are interested in being a part of the Texas Stallions team please contact our registrar Cynthia Cummings at (832)-415-0568 or email texas.stallions@yahoo.com. The Stallions season is made possible in part by our sponsors Shell Houston Open, ExploreSpring.com, Morgan Education Consulting, and Frost Bank.

About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club, Inc is a non-profit corporation that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 4 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org. 

The Texas Stallions Track Club will be having a Parent and General Meeting on Tuesday March 9, 2010 at 6:30pm at Denny’s Restaurant (Meeting Room) located at 6504 FM 2920, SPRING, TX 77379.

It is very important that you attend if your athlete is already registered or plans to register with our club this season. We will discuss important information pertaining to the season and provide you the opportunity to have any questions you may have answered.

Our regular registration period ends on March 15, 2010. Paying your deposit prior to March 15, 2010 locks in your rate. Late registration is $150 and begins on March 16, 2010.

See you soon

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

Spring, TX, August 20, 2009. – The Texas Stallions Youth Track Club ended its Track and Field season on a high note.  While no medals were earned this year at the Amateur Athletic Union’s (AAU) Junior Olympics, one athlete was named a National Elite Youth All American and three athletes were named to National Elite Youth Honor Roll. “These accomplishments are impressive in that the entire Stallion’s Junior Olympic team and National Youth Elite Ranking System selections are first time track and field competitors” said Assistant Coach Lavoxkeia Carnes, “these athletes are among the best of the best and are ranked against all track and field athletes in their age group in the AAU, USA Track & Field (USATF), and CYO”.

Moines IA where 8,199 athletes representing 42 states and Washington D.C. were in attendance.  The Stallions Junior Olympic team consisted of Brittany Collins, Christopher Collins, Freddie Moore, Harrison Moore, LaKayla LaFrance, Lamont Grow, and Lavoxkeia Carnes.    

“I’m pleased with the way all of our athlete’s competed. They worked hard and gave everything they had. This was a new experience for all of them. I am so proud of them. I look forward to seeing what we can accomplish next year!” said, Head Coach Paul Durisseau.

All American Lavoxkeia Carnes, lead the team by finishing 10^th in the Primary Girls 400m Dash with a personal best of 1:11.68. Lavoxkeia was also named on the Honor Roll in the Long Jump for her regional record-breaking jump of 11’4.25”. Harrison Moore a primary boy finished 13^th in Long Jump at the Junior Olympics, was named on the Honor Roll for his Gold Medal jump of 11’11.75” at the Regional Championships in July.  Midget girl, Zhanna Brooks, qualified for the Junior Olympics, but did not compete was also named on the Honor Roll in the 1500m Race Walk for her debuting race at district with a time of 10:33.26.

“We also want to thank our sponsors”, said Assistant Coach James Carnes, “without them some of our athlete’s would not have been able to attend”. Sponsors for the team included West Tabernacle Church, Wellness QB, Robert Harris Realty and many others. We would like to thank everyone for the contributions given to help the Stallions complete a very successful season.

The Stallions is now accepting early registration applications for the upcoming Spring/Summer season.  For more information regarding The Texas Stallions Youth Track Club Call: 832-866-2026 or visit us online at http://texasstallions.teampages.com.

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

Moines IA where 8,199 athletes representing 42 states and Washington D.C. were in attendance.  The Stallions Junior Olympic team consisted of Brittany Collins, Christopher Collins, Freddie Moore, Harrison Moore, LaKayla LaFrance, Lamont Grow, and Lavoxkeia Carnes.    

“I’m pleased with the way all of our athlete’s competed. They worked hard and gave everything they had. This was a new experience for all of them. I am so proud of them. I look forward to seeing what we can accomplish next year!” said, Head Coach Paul Durisseau. 

All American Lavoxkeia Carnes, lead the team by finishing 10^th in the Primary Girls 400m Dash with a personal best of 1:11.68. Lavoxkeia was also named on the Honor Roll in the Long Jump for her regional record-breaking jump of 11’4.25”. Harrison Moore a primary boy finished 13^th in Long Jump at the Junior Olympics, was named on the Honor Roll for his Gold Medal jump of 11’11.75” at the Regional Championships in July.  Midget girl, Zhanna Brooks, qualified for the Junior Olympics, but did not compete was also named on the Honor Roll in the 1500m Race Walk for her debuting race at district with a time of 10:33.26.

“We also want to thank our sponsors”, said Assistant Coach James Carnes, “without them some of our athlete’s would not have been able to attend”. Sponsors for the team included West Tabernacle Church, Wellness QB, Robert Harris Realty and many others. We would like to thank everyone for the contributions given to help the Stallions complete a very successful season.

The Stallions is now accepting early registration applications for the upcoming Spring/Summer season.  For more information regarding The Texas Stallions Youth Track Club Call: 832-866-2026 or visit us online at http://texasstallions.teampages.com.

 The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

Fourteen athletes represented the Texas Stallions this weekend, with eight qualifying for the Junior Olympics. Spring residents Jonathan Carnes, Ahmad Cummings, Harrison Moore, Christopher Ward, Kaylan Harris, Freddie Moore, Alexander Brooks, Christopher Collins, Jarius Chevalier, Lamont Grow, Lavoxkeia Carnes, LaMika LaFrance, Brittany Collins, and LaKayla LaFrance represented the Stallions well in the National Qualifier.
 

2009 Stallions National Qualifiers

Also advancing to the Junior Olympics are midget boy, Freddie Moore in both of his events placing 4th in the discus throw and the shot put; Sub-youth girl Brittany Collins is the silver medalist in the 800m run; Youth girl LaKayla LaFrance with a silver and bronze medalist in the 200m Hurdles and 100m Hurdles, respectively; Youth boy Alexander Brooks with a 4th place finish in the 800m run; and Intermediate boys Christopher Collins is the bronze medalist in the 2000m Steeplechase and Lamont Grow is the bronze medalist in the long jump.

Finishing in the top six is LaMika LaFrance with a 5th place finish in the midget girls 400m Dash, in what proved to be one of the closest races of the championship, with only a fraction of a second separating each of the top six places in the midget girls 400m. Also, Zhanna Brooks who previously advanced in June’s multi-event qualifier.

“I am so proud of our athlete’s” said Head Coach Paul Durisseau, “their hard work and dedication has truly paid off”.

The Texas Stallions Junior Olympians will be traveling to Des Moines, IA to compete in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympics, July 27 – August 8, 2009.

About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

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In the last regular track meet of the season, the Texas Stallions continue to shine 

Spring, TX, July 5, 2009. – Texas Stallions Track Club continued to shine at the Visions Track Club meet Saturday, June 27 by accruing 12 top-six finishes, demonstrating readiness for this weekend’s regional meet. The Stallions top–six results include: 

Girls

 100m: Primary – 1^st – Lavoxkeia Carnes; Midget – 5^th – LaMika LaFrance

 800m: Midget – 4^th – LaMika LaFrance

 100m Hurdles: Youth – 1^st – LaKayla LaFrance

 400m: Primary – 1^st – Lavoxkeia Carnes

 1500m Race Walk: Midget – 2^nd – Zhanna Brooks

 1500m: Midget – 5^th – Zhanna Brooks

 Long Jump: Youth – 1^st – LaKayla Lafrance

Assistant coach James Carnes congratulating Alexander Brooks after 2nd place finish in the 1500 m.

Boys

 800m: Midget – 5^th – Kaylan Harris

 1500m: Youth – 2^nd – Alexander Brooks 

Long Jump: Primary – 1^st – Harrison Moore

 Shot Put: Midget – 4^th – Freddie Moore

 The Visions Track Meet was the final competition to be held going into the Amateur Athletic Union Regional Junior Olympics Qualifier to be held Friday July 10 & 11.  With one team member already through, Coach Durisseau is confident the rest of the Stallions will perform well and join Zhanna at the Junior Olympics in August.

About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.

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Zhanna Brooks after competing in the 1500 m racewalk and earning the bronze medal.

Zhanna Brooks of the Spring-Klein based Texas Stallions Youth Track Club advances to Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympics 

Spring, TX, June 26, 2009. – In only her second competition ever in the 1500 Race Walk, Spring resident Zhanna Brooks placed 3^rd in the Area 13 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Regional Qualifier.

“Zhanna’s accomplishment is remarkable in that it is only her second time competing in the event and she is only the second member in the Texas Stallions Youth Track Club history to advance to the JO’s in the race walk” said Head Coach Paul Durisseau.

The only member of the Stallions Track Club to compete in the first half the regional meet, Zhanna has set an exciting start for the Team.

The balance of the Stallions will compete in the Regional Qualifier that will be continued on July 10 & 11^th.

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About the Texas Stallions Track Club

The Texas Stallions Track Club is a non-profit organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.texasstallions.org.