It's time to lace up and cast your vote! After Titus Falk of Covenant Christian boys track took the crown as IndyStar's Track and Field Athlete of the Week for April 27–May 2, a new week brings a fresh slate of standout performers. From May 4–9, these athletes delivered jaw-dropping performances that deserve your recognition. Voting closes at noon on Thursday, May 14, so don't miss your chance to pick this week's champion. Here are the nominees:
Bautista dominated the Big 5 track meet on May 7, securing first place in both the 800 meters (2:16.19) and 1600 meters (4:58.44). She also kicked off the third-place 4x400-meter relay team with a strong opening leg.
Buck was a triple threat at the same Big 5 meet, winning the 100-meter hurdles (15.90), 300-meter hurdles (49.52), and the girls high jump with an impressive leap of 5 feet, 6 inches.
Catlin sprinted to gold in two events at the Big 5 track meet, clocking a swift 10.89 in the 100 meters and 22.48 in the 200 meters.
Dowty soared to victory in the pole vault at the Beech Grove high school conference meet on May 8, clearing 11 feet, 6 inches to take the top spot.
Lindsay earned silver in the boys long jump at the Big 5 track meet, leaping 19 feet, 5 inches for a solid second-place finish.
Miller showcased her versatility at the Carmel vs. North Central girls track meet on May 7, winning the pole vault (11 feet) and placing second in the 100 meters (12.46) and 300-meter hurdles (47.47). She also anchored the first-place 4x100-meter relay team (49.77) as the second leg.
Payne was a double winner at the Beech Grove high school conference meet on May 8, taking the 200 meters (23.05) and 400 meters (50.32) with commanding performances.
Rich conquered the distance events at the New Castle high school meet on May 7, winning the 1600 meters (4:56.06) and 3200 meters (10:58.68) with impressive endurance.
White was a four-event star at the Big 5 track meet, taking individual wins in the 100 meters (12.72), 200 meters (26.06), and girls long jump, plus contributing to relay success.