Among thousands of performances turned in over seven days of Southern California sunshine and heat, three USATF-NE youth returned from last week's 2026 USATF National Junior Olympic Championships, to New England with gold medals. All three champions were in the age 15-16 age division and completed a New England / Region 1 / National gold sweep. Cecelia Bizon (North Scituate RI) won the hammer, Savannah Jansson (NE Elite) the high jump, and David Costa (Andover MA) the javelin. Eleanor Lial (FAST Track, RI) stepped up to the age 17-18 podium three times, placing 2nd in the steeplechase, 3rd in the 3000m, and 7th in the 1500m.
Eight other individuals earned all-American honors by placing in the top 8. Congratulations to all USATF-NE who traveled to California on their accomplishiments at the end of a long outdoor season. Full results USATF National Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships July 28-August 2, Cerritos College, Walnut CA New England Association All-Americans (Top 8)