Harlingen city commission recognize T.A.A.F state medalists

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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On Wednesday, Harlingen City Commissioners recognized several local amateur athletes who won state medals in Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (T.A.A.F) 2024 Summer Games of Texas.

Over 100 local athletes represented the Harlingen Parks & Recreation Department this summer at various meets around the Valley to qualify as finalists and compete in the Games of Texas hosted in Brownsville.

A total of seven athletes competed and earned medals in various track and field events during the state finals from July 25 to the 28. These young athletes competed against others from around the state of Texas to have the chance to medal in their sport.

Left to right bottom row: Hanna Rendon, Miranda De La Rosa, Josiah Galvan, Jonathan Wendorf (Photo: Mark Nino)

Hanna Rendon                  Girls 18 & under             2nd – Pole Vault
Miranda De La Rosa        Girls 10 & under               1st – 1600 meter run and 2nd – 800 meter run
Josiah Galvan                     Boys 14 & under            1st – Pole Vault
Jonathan Wendorf           Boys 16 & under               3rd – 100 meter dash

Mia Cerda                       Girls 18 & under               2nd – 3200 meter run

Delilah Martinez               Girls 16 & under               2nd – 800 meter run

Noah Silvestro                   Boys 16 & under               3rd – Pole Vault

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