RVHS and CHS compete at MVL Championships

The Black Bears scored 89.5 points to top Sheridan and Tri-Valley while River View girls placed fourth and Coshocton athletes also competed

Published May 18, 2026 - 10:10 a.m.

The River View Black Bears boys track and field team won the big school division of the MVL Championships. The Bears finished with a team score of 89.5 points. Sheridan was second at 84 with Tri-Valley in third at 82.

The River View girls finished fourth. Track athletes from Coshocton High School also competed.

Enjoy these photos by Natalie Holbrook from claxonsports.com.

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