TOLEDO, Ohio – In a display of dedication, discipline and Christian faith, Khary Carson II, a junior at Central Catholic High School, captured the regional 100‑meter dash record this week. The achievement adds to his already impressive résumé, which includes being the No. 1 ranked sophomore in OHSAA Division III track last season.
Record‑breaking performance
Carson said he was unaware he had set the record until teammates and coaches pointed it out. “I didn’t even know I did it. I didn’t think I ran that fast until I looked up and they said I got the regional record. I was like, I was so confused. It was crazy,” he recalled.
Family roots in running
Running runs in the Carson family. Khary Carson Sr., a former sprinter at the University of Toledo, never expected his son to pursue the sport. “I never thought it would happen. He never really took to running. And all of a sudden he just wanted to do it and he started to get better at it and better,” the senior said.
Academics and character first
Beyond the track, Carson balances a rigorous academic schedule, taking several advanced classes and maintaining a GPA that hovers around 4.0. “And class is more important than sports. If you’re not good in class, you can’t even do sports anyway,” he emphasized, underscoring the school’s emphasis on scholastic excellence.
Faith‑centered community
Carson attributes much of his success to the supportive environment at Central Catholic. “We have a fun time here at Central. We learn, we have fun. We stay close to God. Everything is great. Everyone cares about each other,” he said. A close family friend echoed that sentiment, noting, “He is growing up to be a very polite and thoughtful and honorable young man. We raise him in the eyes of God, and that’s what he’s following.”
Future plans
With two seasons left at Central Catholic, Carson hopes to continue his running career in college while studying to become a veterinarian. His story exemplifies how faith‑filled families, strong school communities and a commitment to both academics and athletics can produce outstanding young leaders.
What this means for Toledo
Carson’s record adds to Toledo’s proud tradition of producing elite athletes who excel on the national stage. It also highlights the role of faith‑based schools in nurturing well‑rounded students who prioritize education, character and community service alongside sports.
Original reporting: 13abc WTVG Toledo (news) — read the source article.
