According to the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) records database, several of the oldest track and field marks in Oregon high school history remain unbroken as of May 2026. The longest-standing record is the boys' 800 meters, set by Mike Solomon of Grant High School in 1978 with a time of 1:48.0. This mark has stood for 48 years.
Other notable enduring records include the girls' 300-meter hurdles (41.36 seconds by Kim Carson of South Salem in 1986) and the boys' discus throw (215 feet, 10 inches by John Davis of North Bend in 1981). The OSAA does not maintain an official list of 'oldest records,' but these marks are frequently cited by track historians as among the most durable.
Coaches and athletes point to improved training and equipment, but note that some records from the pre-specialization era remain challenging due to exceptional individual talent. The OSAA updates its all-time lists annually, and no new threats to these records have been reported in the 2026 season.
