SHERIDAN — When he explains proper sprinting and hurdling technique to the Sheridan High School track and field teams, Taylor Kelting often talks with his hands. Holding them almost directly in front of his chest, Kelting gestures, waves and motions. It’s the one thing Broncs athletes and coaches think of when asked if Kelting has any quirks.

Kelting’s hands have high-fived, hugged and given handshakes to Sheridan’s boys outdoor track and field team, which claimed its first 4A State Championship trophy since 1959 on May 22 in Casper. They spent the three-day meet cupped around his mouth as he shouted encouragement, clapped together to cheer on both the Broncs and Lady Broncs and occasionally rested in his pockets to keep warm.

For the past six years, Kelting’s hands have shaped Sheridan’s track and field programs, guiding them to four state championships and eight other top-three trophies.

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