Matthew Centrowitz

Former Broadneck track and field star Matthew Centrowitz gave up his senior year of eligibility at Oregon in November to turn professional and improve his chances of qualifying for the 2012 Olympics in London. On Sunday, Centrowitz could look back on that difficult decision and know he made the right one. At the U.S. Olympic track and field trials in Eugene, Ore., Sunday, Centrowitz took the lead early in the final lap of the 1,500 meters, but was passed with about 25 meters to go by U.S. Olympic veteran Leonel Manzano.

If the Algerian runner had stayed disqualified. If a fellow American hadn't surged past him near the finish line. If he had run .05 of a second faster. Matthew Centrowitz almost medaled in the 1,500-meter race here Tuesday night, but for several might-have-beens. But the 22-year-old graduate of Broadneck High School in Annapolis doesn't play that game, and is accepting the heartbreaker of a finish in his first Olympic Games. "What I'm trying to swallow now is not a good feeling," the dejected Centrowitz said.

Former Broadneck standout Matthew Centrowitz has signed a multi-year endorsement contract with Nike, his representatives at PACE Sports Management have announced. Centrowitz -- who won bronze in the 1,500 meters at the world championships this past summer -- announced in November that he was turning pro and skipping his final year at Oregon in order to better prepare for the upcoming Olympics. "I am very excited to sign a professional contract with Nike and become part of the Nike family," Centrowitz said in a news release.

Major League Lacrosse With 3 goals, Berger named All-Star MVP Stephen Berger (Mount St. Joseph) helped the Old School All Stars defeat the Young Guns, 18-17, Saturday night in Palm Beach County, Fla. Berger scored three times, and the Chesapeake Bayhawks' Steven Brooks scored the eventual game-winning goal with just inside one minute remaining. Berger, a member of the Charlotte Hounds, opened scoring by beating Charlotte teammate and Young Guns goalie Adam Ghitelman from just inside of the 2-point arc. Former Bayhawk Kyle Hartzell (Salisbury)

Runner of the Year Matthew Centrowitz, Broadneck After spending his freshman year on the Bruins' junior varsity soccer team, Centrowitz proved that his decision to switch to cross country was a good one. In eight major invitationals and championships, the sophomore never fell out of the top 10, and his worst showing was seventh place in the seeded division at the Georgetown Prep Classic. Centrowitz captured wins at the Anne Arundel County (16:23.7), Class 4A East region (15:16) and state (16:38)

Performer of the Year Matthew Centrowitz, Broadneck The sophomore extended the family's success in long-distance events. Up until the Class 4A state championships, Centrowitz went undefeated in the 3,200-meter run. Centrowitz, whose sister Lauren was a standout for the girls team before graduating last year, won the event at the Bob Golliday Invitational in 9 minutes, 31.2 seconds, at the county championships in 9:36.8 and at the Class 4A East regional meet in 9:40.5. Centrowitz, who also ran a leg of the winning 3,200-relay squad at the county and regional championships, posted a time of 9:23.

Former Broadneck star Matthew Centrowitz won the prestigious Wanamaker Mile at the Millrose Games on Saturday night, finishing in a time of 3 minutes, 53.92 seconds to break the New York City Armory record. Centrowitz was followed by Americans Miles Batty (3:54.54) and Garrett Heath (3:55.24). The previous Armory record of 3:54.98 was set by Ireland's Mark Carroll in 2000. The Millrose Games were moved to the Armory this year after previously being staged at Madison Square Garden.

Boys Matthew Centrowitz Broadneck, junior Among other priorities, the reigning All-Metro Runner of the Year has two tasks: defend the Class 4A state individual crown and help the Bruins repeat as state champions. Anders Hulleberg Park, junior With McDonogh's Tristram Thomas having graduated, the vacuum left behind in the MIAA could be filled by Hulleberg. Greg Jubb Loyola, junior Last year's runner-up at the MIAA championships, Jubb could pace the Dons to their third conference title since 2000.

NEW YORK --Matthew Centrowitz represents a wave of America's track and field future. The Broadneck High senior's time of 4 minutes, 3.40 seconds in the mile - racing against a field of internationally elite runners - in the Reebok Grand Prix meet last night at Icahn Stadium moved him into 15th place on the all-time ranking of American high school milers. At the same time, Baltimore's James Carter - the two-time Olympian out of Mervo and Hampton University - refuses to be relegated to America's track and field past.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY Runner of the Year Matthew Centrowitz Broadneck A sinus infection was the only thing that slowed Centrowitz in a remarkable season for the junior, who took the cross country scene by storm last fall. The respiratory problem contributed to Centrowitz's third-place outing in the elite division at Bull Run, but he refused to use it as an excuse. Instead, he channeled that defeat into motivation for the postseason, which he swept for the second year in a row. Centrowitz took home top honors at the Anne Arundel County, Class 4A East regional and state championships.

Former Broadneck track and field star Matthew Centrowitz gave up his senior year of eligibility at Oregon in November to turn professional and improve his chances of qualifying for the 2012 Olympics in London. On Sunday, Centrowitz could look back on that difficult decision and know he made the right one. At the U.S. Olympic track and field trials in Eugene, Ore., Sunday, Centrowitz took the lead early in the final lap of the 1,500 meters, but was passed with about 25 meters to go by U.S. Olympic veteran Leonel Manzano.

Former Broadneck star Matthew Centrowitz won the prestigious Wanamaker Mile at the Millrose Games on Saturday night, finishing in a time of 3 minutes, 53.92 seconds to break the New York City Armory record. Centrowitz was followed by Americans Miles Batty (3:54.54) and Garrett Heath (3:55.24). The previous Armory record of 3:54.98 was set by Ireland's Mark Carroll in 2000. The Millrose Games were moved to the Armory this year after previously being staged at Madison Square Garden.

Former Broadneck standout Matthew Centrowitz has signed a multi-year endorsement contract with Nike, his representatives at PACE Sports Management have announced. Centrowitz -- who won bronze in the 1,500 meters at the world championships this past summer -- announced in November that he was turning pro and skipping his final year at Oregon in order to better prepare for the upcoming Olympics. "I am very excited to sign a professional contract with Nike and become part of the Nike family," Centrowitz said in a news release.

After taking three months to consider his options, former Broadneck track and field star Matthew Centrowitz announced Tuesday he will forgo his senior year of eligibility at Oregon and turn professional. Centrowitz said he made the decision to improve his chances of qualifying for the 2012 Olympics in London. “I've given it a lot of thought since the summer,” Centrowitz said by cellphone from Oregon's campus in Eugene. “I wouldn't have made this decision if I didn't think it was the best thing for my running career.

Like many of the other 1,500-meter races during his outdoor track season at Oregon this spring, rising senior Matthew Centrowitz felt someone pull up on his shoulder shortly after the final turn. And like all the other races, the 21-year-old Centrowitz had a response - an explosive kick that wasn't matched. But this time, it was two-time Olympic medalist Bernard Lagat providing the push. And this time, it was at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships. That's the kind of company the former Broadneck standout is thriving against in his breakthrough year.

Broadneck's premier distance runner, Matthew Centrowitz, and North Harford's three-sport standout, Corey Donohoe, were named The Sun's male and female Athletes of the Year at the 41st awards ceremony held at M&T Bank Stadium yesterday. Donohoe, who had no idea she would win, was introduced first and thanked her parents and coaches. The North Carolina-bound lacrosse player is featured in today's All-Metro section as the girls lacrosse Player of the Year.

Broadneck's premier distance runner, Matthew Centrowitz, and North Harford's three-sport standout, Corey Donohoe, were named The Sun's male and female Athletes of the Year at the 41st awards ceremony held at M&T Bank Stadium yesterday. Donohoe, who had no idea she would win, was introduced first and thanked her parents and coaches. The North Carolina-bound lacrosse player is featured in today's All-Metro section as the girls lacrosse Player of the Year.

Major League Lacrosse With 3 goals, Berger named All-Star MVP Stephen Berger (Mount St. Joseph) helped the Old School All Stars defeat the Young Guns, 18-17, Saturday night in Palm Beach County, Fla. Berger scored three times, and the Chesapeake Bayhawks' Steven Brooks scored the eventual game-winning goal with just inside one minute remaining. Berger, a member of the Charlotte Hounds, opened scoring by beating Charlotte teammate and Young Guns goalie Adam Ghitelman from just inside of the 2-point arc. Former Bayhawk Kyle Hartzell (Salisbury)

NEW YORK --Matthew Centrowitz represents a wave of America's track and field future. The Broadneck High senior's time of 4 minutes, 3.40 seconds in the mile - racing against a field of internationally elite runners - in the Reebok Grand Prix meet last night at Icahn Stadium moved him into 15th place on the all-time ranking of American high school milers. At the same time, Baltimore's James Carter - the two-time Olympian out of Mervo and Hampton University - refuses to be relegated to America's track and field past.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY Runner of the Year Matthew Centrowitz Broadneck A sinus infection was the only thing that slowed Centrowitz in a remarkable season for the junior, who took the cross country scene by storm last fall. The respiratory problem contributed to Centrowitz's third-place outing in the elite division at Bull Run, but he refused to use it as an excuse. Instead, he channeled that defeat into motivation for the postseason, which he swept for the second year in a row. Centrowitz took home top honors at the Anne Arundel County, Class 4A East regional and state championships.