Every season brings new accomplishments, challenges, and athletes who contribute to the team’s identity.
For this year’s track and field team, the runners have played a major role in the program’s success, with seniors paving the way and younger athletes starting to establish themselves.
Nicholas Pellegrino, boys sprinters and mid-distance runners coach, commends the seniors for their leadership throughout the season.
“What made this year’s runners unique was the balance between strong veteran leadership and the emergence of exciting young talent,” Pellegrino said. He added, “They showed the younger athletes what commitment and accountability look like on a daily basis.”
Among the seniors is Aidan Alday ’26, who will continue his track career at the College of San Mateo, reflecting his individual success and dedication. As his season, alongside other seniors, comes to an end, a wave of emotions takes place.
“The emotions that come when finishing your last track season will always be full of regret, as even with success there’s always more work that could’ve been done,” Alday said.
This season has captivated the meaning of teamwork, grit, and resilience, with many athletes taking on both collective and
personal achievements. While the seniors leave behind a lasting impact on the program, the younger runners have taken on larger roles and continue to bestow hard work into the program’s culture.
Sophomore runner Greta Wang ’28 reaffirmed this, stating, “As a sophomore, I have to take on the role of upperclassmen and act as a leader for the younger, upcoming generation of runners.” She added, “It is very important to be a good role model for them and show them how important it is to put in the miles and hard work.”
Coach Pellegrino reiterated the impact of the underclassmen runners, saying, “At the same time, younger athletes really found their spark and dedication this season. Watching them grow in confidence and become more invested in the team’s success was one of the most rewarding parts of the year.”
He added, “Their development gives lots of excitement and optimism for the future of the program.”
