Their was a strong local flavor to the fourth annual Jim Thorpe Invitational Track and Field Meet that took place Friday at Olympian Stadium.
The event featured over 480 competitors and showcased some of the best talent in District 11. The event also had its most teams participate in its history with 15 on the boys side and 14 on the girls side.
The six area teams competing were host Jim Thorpe, Lehighton, Northern Lehigh, Tamaqua, Panther Valley, and Palmerton.