The 1997 track season for county schools saw notable performances at various meets. At the Cole-McCafferty Invitational, Fairfield Union's Jenny Sitterley set meet records in the 1,600-meter and 3,200-meter events, while Amanda-Clearcreek's girls secured a win in the 3,200 relay. Fairfield Union's Rob Myers excelled in the boys' events, winning the 1,600 and 800 races.
The Bloom-Carroll Invitational featured a close battle between Fairfield Union and Columbus Academy, with the latter emerging victorious. Rob Myers stood out again, winning the 1,600 and 800 races, and anchoring the winning 3,200 relay. At the Fairfield Union Track Invitational, the Falcons dominated the boys' events, while Heath narrowly edged out Harley on the girls' side. Noteworthy performances included Sitterley setting three meet records and Fisher Catholic girls winning the Lion Relays with strong showings in various events.