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Sidney's 8th Grade High Jumpers are a special group, and look to add to the already talented Sidney High School Track & Field team when next season comes around. With three 8th grade jumpers already consistently clearing 5'6” in competitions, Sidney Middle School coach Jack Thorpe says the boys will be contributing to the High School team's success soon.

“Our three top jumpers all cleared 5'6” or better, with 8th grader Alek Doty clearing 6'1” at the Sidney Middle School Invite on May 11,” said Thorpe.

Doty was tied for fourth place on the National Middle School High Jump Perform...