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Making School History: Cyclones Claim the State Track & Field Championship

Making School History: Cyclones Claim the State Track & Field Championship
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Carrollton’s student athletes made history at the 2025 FHSAA State Track & Field Championships with extraordinary performances that earned them state titles, personal bests, and well-deserved recognition in the Miami Herald.

The Cyclones brought home four state titles, two runner-up finishes, and multiple top-five placements—each one a testament to the hard work, talent, and team spirit of our athletes and coaches.

State Champions:

  • Emma Filippi ’27, Gabriella Socarras ’27, Daniela Hernandez ’27, and Grace Aldrich ’25 claimed the 4x800m relay state title with a commanding time of 9:15.87.

  • Arianna Garcia ’26 swept the hurdles, winning the 100m hurdles in 14.09 and the 400m hurdles in 57.98, a stunning achievement that capped off a milestone day.

  • Grace Aldrich ’25, fresh off a second-place finish in state cross country, captured gold in the 1600m with a remarkable 4:52.98.

State Runner-Ups:

  • Daniela Hernandez ’27 earned 2nd place in the 800m, finishing strong with a time of 2:12.25.

  • The 4x400m relay team of Scarlett Lie-Nielson ’27, Andrea Gross ’26, Arianna Garcia ’26, and Emma Filippi ’27 placed 2nd with a time of 3:50.60.

Top Finish:

  • Andrea Gross ’26 also placed 5th in the 400m, showcasing the depth of Carrollton’s track and field program.

Reflecting on the team’s historic accomplishments, Coach Dylan Hermelee shared,

“It’s a little bit surreal and still hasn’t hit me. The state of Florida is so competitive, and you never know what will happen. I’ve been at Carrollton for a while and started seeing these girls winning middle school titles, so it’s great to see them finally win a state title.”

A heartfelt thank you to Coaches Ross “Dylan” Hermelee, Dori Kolisch, Wesley Carroll, Caroline Carlson, Michelle Atherley, Zakiya Rashid, Sunne Clarke and Luana Krop for their dedication, guidance, and unwavering belief in our athletes. This season’s success is a reflection of their leadership and commitment to excellence.

This extraordinary season marks a high point in Carrollton athletics and highlights the power of perseverance, teamwork, and championship spirit. These young women have not only raised the bar for future Carrollton student-athletes but have also shown the power of perseverance, teamwork, and Cyclone spirit.

 Read the full story in the Miami Herald:

Miami Herald Article