State shows improvement from Tigers

OMAHA — While Preston Wagner captured the spotlight and a state title for Fremont, the 2026 state tournament signaled broader progress for the Tigers program. Despite returning home without additional hardware, a wave of Fremont competitors raised their games on the biggest stage, underscoring a collective step forward that coaches and fans alike are eager to build upon.

Wagner’s championship performance provided the meet’s signature moment, yet the surge in season-best efforts and deeper advancement across multiple events revealed a roster trending upward. The gains may not have translated into medals this year, but the trajectory suggests Fremont’s presence will only grow louder in future championship fields.