As the 2026 outdoor track and field season enters its most critical month, Georgia's elite athletes are finding their peak form. The transition from early-season rust to championship-caliber marks has been seamless for several stars across the Peach State. As we head towards the region meets, here are some boys who are ready to compete based on their April performances so far. Check out where each of them stack up in the MileSplit Rankings as well.
The Speedsters
Daylen Scott (Alexander): Known as the "King of the Straightaway," Scott continues to dominate. His 10.64 FAT mark in the 100m remains the gold standard as he sharpens his start for regionals.
Derrick Miller (Newton): Miller is arguably the state's most electric mid-range sprinter. His 21.39 in the 200m isn't just a class lead-it's one of the fastest times in the state.
Justyn McKenzie (Alexander): Adding to Alexander's powerhouse reputation, McKenzie has been a force in April. He recently clocked a blistering 47.45 in the 400m and a 1:52.83 in the 800m, proving his range as a long-sprint specialist.
Jamari Rousseau (Landmark Christian): Rousseau remains the only hurdler in the state to dip under the 14-second barrier this month. His 13.87 in the 110mH displays a level of technical precision that makes him the clear favorite for a state title.
Talan Mackin (Paulding County): Mackin's ability to maintain top speed through the final hurdles has made him the favorite in the 300mH this April.
The Distance Core
Brendan Maude (Woodstock): Maude is peaking at the perfect time. With a 4:19.69 in the 1600m he is a primary reason Woodstock is climbing the power rankings.
Tucker Saladin (Creekview): Saladin has been a breakout star this month, dropping a personal best of 1:55.71 in the 800m at the Woodstock Distance Carnival. He is rapidly closing in on an elite mark in the state.
Thoreau Lipscomb (Cartersville): Lipscomb has been untouchable in the circles this April. He recently set a personal best in the Shot Put with a massive 54' 0" and remains a top contender in the Discus as well.
Jerome McRae (South Gwinnett): A standout in the vertical jumps, McRae has cleared 6' 9" in the High Jump this season, making him one of the most recruited Class of 2026 athletes in the state.
Nasir Williams (Marietta): Williams has been dominant in the Jump pits, consistently hitting marks over 23 feet. But his 50-9.50 in the triple jump is the distance almost everyone else in the state is chasing as we head toward sectionals.
Tucker Davis (Commerce): Davis has reached new heights in the Pole Vault this month. Clearing 15-02, he currently sits atop the rankings as the most technically sound vaulter in his classification.