Head Coach: Erica Pagotto
Assistant Coaches:
Jim Blakeslee (jumps)
Darren Frehulfer (sprints)
Gwen Remaley (throws)
Tony Pagotto (hurdles & high jump)
Sport: Track and Field (B)
Team Name: Lehighton Indians
League: Colonial
2024 Record: 3-3
Key Players Lost:
Cooper Hartsell
Dylan Moyer
Owen Serfass
Wyatt Sherer
Wyatt Smith
Bradley Yenser
Key Returning Players:
Joseph Roth
Kyle Kuznicki
Aiden Eckhart
Jazier Ofray
Kai Salles
Wyatt Smith
Equan Warner
Bodie Hawk
Talin Fairchild
Ryan Kusse
Austin Green
Carter Hontz
Owen Eckhart
Elijah Pagotto
Key Newcomers:
Freshman:
Ezra Berros
Austin Brooks
Kaeden Hernandez
Kameron Hudson
Kase Kleintop
Connor Klotz
Griffin Martin
Isaac Martin
Parker Miller
Chase Moyer
Kristopher Rodgers
Aaron Strohl
Sabastian Yturrino
2025 Outlook: As the track and field season heats up, the boys’ team is poised for an exciting year, building on a solid 3-3 record from last season, which earned them a 4th place finish in the Schuylkill League. With an impressive roster of athletes, the team enters 2025 with more talent and determination than ever before.
The boys are looking strong in the long-distance events. Elijah Pagotto made history last season when he broke the school record in the 3200m with a time of 10:09.69, breaking the previous record set by Leroy Gaston in 1997. With his eyes set on even faster times, Elijah will be a key figure for the team this year.
Mid to long distance senior, Kyle Kuznicki, has been working hard all winter long, already breaking PRs during time trials. He is determined to not only PR but set school records. He will be fun to watch!
In the field events, the boys’ squad also made some significant strides. At the Schuylkill League meet last year, Bodie Hawk earned a solid 4th place in Discus, while Joe Roth continued his advancement in the javelin. Roth’s performance last year was nothing short of spectacular—at the District Meet, he placed 3rd and hit the state qualifying mark in javelin, earning him a spot at the PIAA Championship. At states, Roth finished in 12th place in AAA javelin, showcasing his tremendous talent on the big stage. Not stopping there, Roth also qualified for the prestigious New Balance Nationals in javelin, an achievement that further highlights his potential as one of the top throwers in the state. At the American JavFest in the summer he threw at PR of 185-8.75. His consistency and determination will be a driving force for the team’s success in 2025.
With a larger roster this year, the boys’ track and field team is bringing depth to every event, and with athletes like Joseph Roth, Kyle Kuznicki, Aiden Eckhart, Jazier Ofray, Kai Salles, Wyatt Smith, Equan Warner, Bodie Hawk, Talin Fairchild, Ryan Kusse, Austin Green, Carter Hontz, Owen Eckhart, and Elijah Pagotto, there’s a lot of excitement surrounding this squad. As the season progresses, fans can expect strong performances across the board, and this talented group is eager to build on last year’s success.
