Sports
May 26, 2026
Jonathan Alder senior Ella Luker is pictured competing during the 2026 Monarch Relays at Marysville. Luker will continue her cross country and track careers at Eastern Michigan University. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Jon Alder’s Luker will compete in track/CC at E. Michigan University

By Tim Miller 

Jonathan Alder distance runner Ella Luker has decided where she will continue her academic and athletic careers.

The Lady Pioneer senior will compete in cross country and track at Eastern Michigan University.

“I chose EMU because after talking to the coaches and visiting the campus, I fell in love w...

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Row 1: Wendy Brown (mom), Erica Brown, Matt Brown (dad) Row 2: Natalie Brown (sister), Abby Brown (sister) Row 3: Josh Colvin (IU Kokomo Head Track and Cross Country Coach), David Barnett (Jonathan Alder Asst. Track Coach), Justin Creps (Jonathan Alder Head Track and Cross Country Coach) (Photo submitted)
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