In previous years, Yates High School senior Madison Sweezer has represented her school solo at the UIL 4A state track meet. This time, however, she was accompanied by a familiar face—her cousin, Lamar Smith, who made his debut in the 800 meters.
“I was extremely happy that I got to share such a proud moment with him and that I wouldn’t be going to Austin alone this time,” said Madison. “Seeing him secure his spot in the 800 meters at the Regional meet motivated me to do the same in my events.”
Madison’s mother, LaKeisha Shunta Bobb-Sweezer and Lamar’s mother, LaKeyshia LaSha Williams Smith, are cousins who also ran track at Yates High School…