Rangers Rise to the Moment on the Big Stage at Oregon Twilight

[Coach Jakan Austin | Eugene, OR | May 10, 2026]

We had a great meet and experience at the Oregon Twilight hosted by the University of Oregon. This was one of the biggest stages our athletes have ever competed on, and they did an amazing job competing against professional athletes and NCAA Division I programs. Our team represented Olympic College extremely well and continued to show the growth and competitiveness of our program.

One of the top performers once again was LaQuinta Curtis in the 100m and 200m. LaQuinta ran lifetime personal records in both events, clocking 12.54 in the 100m, moving her to 4th place in the NWAC rankings, and 26.26 in the 200m, ranking her 7th in the NWAC. Her hard work and consistency continue to pay off at the right time of the season.

Another standout performance came from Jaxson McCrimmon, who had one of the biggest moments of his career. Jaxson ran a personal record of 11.02 in the 100m, officially qualifying for the NWAC Championships. It was exciting to see him step up and perform at such a high level on a major stage.

Overall, it has been amazing to watch our athletes rise to the occasion and compete with confidence against elite competition. With the NWAC Championships coming up next week, our team is performing at a very high level, and I am excited to see what they accomplish.

However, the moment that truly highlighted the day came after the meet. As we were walking back to the vans, around ten young kids stopped our team and asked for autographs. Our athletes took the time to sign autographs, talk with the kids, and give them encouragement and motivation. It was a powerful moment that showed the character of our team and the positive impact these student-athletes are making beyond competition.