Published 5:37 pm Friday, May 29, 2026

EUGENE — It did not matter that his first two throws were far from his personal best, or that he faulted on his next three attempts.

Caldera’s Cooper Kanalos knew all he needed was one great throw.

And his sixth-and-final throw won him the Class 5A shot put state title.

“I just got out of my own way and everything just clicked,” said the sophomore Kanalos. “It was a beautiful throw. I’m so thankful to have it happen. It’s a pretty awesome feeling. My legs are still shaking.”

He won the title with a heave of 52 feet, 3.75 inches.…