Mateo Almeida
- Grade11
Mateo Almeida is a junior distance and middle-distance runner competing for Flagler Palm Coast High School (FPC). Representing the Bulldogs across cross country and track & field seasons, Almeida has established himself as a key contributor in distance events ranging from the 800m up to the 5K.
Cross Country: Personal Bests (PRs)
| Event | Time | Meet | Date |
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| 5K (XC): | 16:50 | 13th Annual Florida Horse Park Invitational | Sept. 5, 2026 |
Outdoor Track & Field: Personal Records (PRs)
| Event | Time | Meet | Date |
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| 600m | 1:33.93 | 13th Annual Flagler Pinnacle Pre-Season Classic | Feb 6, 2026 |
| 800m | 2:05.42 | Embry-Riddle Running Elements Meet | Apr 4, 2026 |
| 1200m | 3:30.29 | 13th Annual Flagler Pinnacle Pre-Season Classic | Feb 6, 2026 |
| 1600m | 4:38.02 | Bolles Mile Showcase | Apr 2 2026 |
| 1 Mile | 4:39.74 | Bolles Mile Showcase | Apr 2, 2026 |
| 3200m | 9:59.55 | 5th Annual North Florida/South Florida Challenge | March 13, 2026 |
Top Highlights & Performances
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2026 5-Star Conference Championships:
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3200m: Placed 2nd with a time of 10:21.35.
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1600m: Finished 3rd with a time of 4:38.54.
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2026 FHSAA 4A Region 1 Championships:
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Helped lead the Flagler Palm Coast 4x800m relay team to a 2nd-place finish with an 8:05.20 effort.
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2026 Cocoa Invitational:
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Took 1st place in the 1600m event with a performance of 4:39.78.
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2026 North Florida/South Florida Challenge:
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Cracked the sub-10-minute barrier in the 3200m, running 9:59.55 to finish 8th.
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Cross Country Postseason Contributions:
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Represented FPC in the FHSAA 4A State Championships and consistently placed as a scoring runner in district and regional postseason meets.
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| Year | Team (s) | # | Positions (s) |
| 2026 | Cross Country Boys | ||
| 2025 | Soccer Boys | 15 | Midfielder |
| 2025 | Cross Country Boys | ||
| 2025 | Track Field Boys | ||
| 2024 | Soccer Boys Junior Varsity | ||
| 2024 | Track Field Boys |
