Lac Courte Oreilles, Wis. – On May 23, 2025, student athletes from the Lac Courte Oreilles (LCO) Ojibwe School’s Varsity Track Team met with the Tribal Governing Board (TGB) to formally request support for the development of track and field facilities within the community.
The students presented a petition with more than 170 signatures from supporters calling for the construction of a dedicated track and field complex. This initiative follows the team’s recent success, including a championship victory by the Girls 4×100 relay team at the Northern Lights Conference, an event hosted for the first time by the LCO Ojibwe School but held at the Ashland School’s facilities due to the lack of a local venue.
Day Quagon, a varsity track team member, addressed the TGB alongside her teammates. “I am here on behalf of the students, parents, and residents of the LCO Tribe to propose the construction of a standard track for LCO Schools,” Quagon stated in her address.
She emphasized the importance of a proper facility, citing not only safety concerns but also the critical role such a venue plays in athlete development and scholarship opportunities. “Track and field events provide one of the best opportunities for kids to earn athletic scholarships,” she said. “A proper facility would not only improve safety but also provide the space and equipment needed to teach correct techniques for events such as sprints, long jump, pole vaulting, high jump, discus, shot put, hurdles, and long-distance running.”
The TGB expressed deep pride in the achievements of the student athletes. “Their dedication and vision for the future of LCO sports is inspiring. We support the proposal and will begin planning efforts in coordination with school staff,” the TGB stated.
LCO School Assistant Coaches Jason Bisonette and Cody Carley plan to work alongside the TGB to develop a comprehensive cost estimate for both indoor and outdoor track and field facilities.
This collaboration marks a significant step toward ensuring LCO students have the resources and infrastructure needed to continue their success in athletics and beyond.
