Flashes Camilo Torres Competes at State Championship
Fillmore’s Michael Camilo Torres who finished in 16th place in the California Southern Section Division 4 State Cross Championships in Fresno this past weekend. Photo courtesy coach Kim Tafoya.
Fillmore’s Michael Camilo Torres who finished in 16th place in the California Southern Section Division 4 State Cross Championships in Fresno this past weekend. Photo courtesy coach Kim Tafoya.

On Saturday, Michael Camilo Torres, joined 211 of top distance athletes on the starting line at the California Southern Section Division 4 State Cross Championships. Qualifying runners in this division, toed the line at the renowned Woodward Park course in Fresno.

In a highly competitive meet, Camilo ran in about 20th place through the mile marker in about a 4:48 mile split. At the two mile he had moved into 12th place in the high 10:30’s. Camilo says he tried to move into the top ten, but was unable to move into that group. He finished in 16th place running his second best time on this course in 15:53.0.

Camilo has had a tremendous season. At many of the major meets, he has finished among the leaders. We are proud to have been part of his journey. Thank you for putting us on the map this season Camilo, we are honored. Thank you to all those who have supported us during the season, parents, family, staff, and others. Looking forward to track season.