03/27/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/27/2023 17:49
The Simplot Games returned to action in 2023 after a two-year Pandemic hiatus. Sponsored by the J.R. Simplot Company since 1979, the Games remain the nation's premier high school indoor track and field event and the largest in North America!
More than 2,000 athletes from around the world competed in the 43 annual event, held Feb. 16-18 at Idaho State University's Holt Arena in Pocatello. Their incredible determination and athleticism resulted in a world record, a meet record, and dozens of other incredible performances and personal bests.
Athletes in the three-day competition took part in more than 40 individual and team events. Highlights included:
"The 43 Simplot Games were a resounding success," said Kevin Browning, Simplot Senior Director Food Safety and Chairman of the Simplot Games Board of Governors. "Maybe it was the pent-up energy after two years of waiting, but the athletes showed up en masse, as did our phenomenal volunteers, sponsors, and the Pocatello/Chubbuck communities."
"This very significant philanthropic event coordinated and managed by Simplot is a shining example of the spirit of Olympism and a passion for people. The 44 Games are already scheduled for February 2024," he added.
Simplot Leadership and Family members also attended the Games, taking in the competition and camaraderie.
For all the results, visitwww.simplotgames.com. To learn more about Simplot's support of the communities where we live and work, see our Community Involvement page on simplot.com.