Vote for the Register female Athlete of the Week for May 17-23
The Des Moines Register is inviting readers to vote for the female Athlete of the Week for the period of May 17-23. This week featured significant performances from female athletes during the Iowa high school state track and field championships at Drake Stadium. Candidates include Morgan Fisher, Katie Willits, and Morgan Karr, each achieving remarkable feats in their respective events.
- ▪The Iowa high school girls and boys state track and field championships took place at Drake Stadium from May 21-23.
- ▪Morgan Fisher helped Ankeny achieve record times in the girls sprint medley and distance medley relays.
- ▪Katie Willits won two individual events and contributed to a record-setting relay performance for Waukee Northwest.
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