Rangers Cap Season with Standout Performances at NWAC Championships
Sophomore Jaxson McCrimmon soars to All-Conference honors in the long jump with a leap of 6.56m (21' 6.25") at the NWAC Championships in Gresham, Oregon.
The Olympic College track and field team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 NWAC Track & Field Championships, held May 18–19 at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. Competing against the conference's best, the Rangers showcased both their talent and the continued growth of the program with a strong showing across multiple events.
Leading the way were Olympic College's All-Americans, Shay-Lah Squally and Reece Rheinchmidt. Squally earned All-American honors in the high jump (1.57m [5' 1.75"]) , while Rheinchmidt achieved the same distinction in the long jump (6.68m [21' 11"]), highlighting the Rangers' strength in the field events on the conference's biggest stage.
The Rangers also celebrated a deep group of All-Conference performers who played a key role in the team's success. Bobby Dunn Smith made his mark in the high jump (1.93m [6' 4"]), while LaQuinta Curtis continued her standout season with All-Conference honors in both the 100m (12.68s) and 200m (26.05s). Alex Bullman added to the field event success in the javelin (50.70m), and Jaxson McCrimmon earned recognition in the long jump (6.56m [21' 6.25"]).
On the track, Jordan Clark delivered an impressive performance in the 800m (2:33.11) to earn All-Conference honors, while Aaron Culler showcased his versatility with top finishes in both the high jump (1.87m
[6' 1.5"]) and triple jump (13.71m [44' 11.75"]). Rounding out the group, Nashayla Fellows earned All-Conference recognition in both the discus (38.84m [127' 5"]) and shot put (12.38m [40' 7.5"]).
From sprints to distance and across the field events, Olympic College competed with confidence and consistency, representing the program at a high level throughout the championship meet. The Rangers' performance not only brought home honors but also reinforced the team's upward trajectory.
Meet photos credit to Daniel Acosta.
