County proclaims Aug. 4 "Brooklyn Day" as Del Rio athlete wins national silver

Sep 11, 2026

Val Verde County commissioners honored 13‑year‑old Brooklyn Fletcher for placing second nationally in the AAU Junior Olympic triple jump, declaring Aug. 4, 2026 "Brooklyn Day." Family members described his training, coach involvement and national seeding.

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The Val Verde County Commissioners Court on Sept. 9 recognized 13‑year‑old track athlete Brooklyn Fletcher after he earned a national silver medal in the AAU Junior Olympic triple jump.

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