He just wanted to get better for football, so Matt Kragness went out reluctantly for track and field.
Four years later, Kragness would put his mark in not only the SHHS record books but also the state rolls.
“I just wanted to get faster for football,” Kragness admitted. “I still like football better.”
His love of that sport also paid off as he was named first team defensive back and second team all league receiver.