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Matilda Torres boys cross country topples Central Section record, Whitney girls roll at Rough Rider Invitational
FRESNO, Calif. – Matilda Torres needed to have its student-athletes demonstrate short-term memories in order to achieve one of the program’s many long-term goals Friday at the Rough Rider Invitational. Following a ninth-place finish Oct. 12 in the Rob Brenner championship race at the 45th ASICS Clovis Invitational, the Toros... Read more
Rylee Blade earns fourth win at Inland Empire Challenge, Eyan Turk prevails against Maximo Zavaleta
ONTARIO, Calif. – Sometimes, the winner of a cross country race is essentially ensured before the competition even starts, barring injury. Other times, the outcome is very much in doubt. At Saturday’s Fleet Feet Inland Empire Challenge, the sweepstakes races showcased each scenario. Woodcrest Christian’s Eyan Turk avenged a loss last year to... Read more
Trabuco Hills girls and JSerra boys win Orange County cross country sweepstakes titles, Tesoro’s Griffin Kushen and Irvine’s Summer Wilson triumph
SILVERADO, Calif. – Holly Barker already had the course record and three individual sweepstakes victories at the Orange County Championships, but the fourth title was perhaps the most significant of all to the Trabuco Hills High senior. Tesoro had already showcased girls sweepstakes champions in Emily Scharmann and Amanda Gehrich, but nearly a decade... Read more
JSerra cross country seeks Orange County sweepstakes double feature, Trabuco Hills’ Holly Barker aims for fourth straight title
JSerra High of California will arrive Saturday at the 57th Orange County Cross Country Championships in possession of one sweepstakes trophy. The Lions are attempting to leave Oak Canyon Park in Silverado with additional hardware and a couple of remarkable achievements, not only for the program, but in meet... Read more
Girls Cross Country Section Rankings
The high school cross country season has reached the midway point all across the state, with several teams having already raced in several quality invitationals, with more meaningful meets and significant showdowns scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top girls cross country... Read more
Boys Cross Country Section Rankings
The high school cross country season has reached the midway point all across the state, with several teams having already raced in multiple elite invitationals, with more significant competitions and impactful matchups scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top boys cross country... Read more
Cross Country Spikes to Get This Fall: Top Picks for the Season
Runners seeing success with their cross country season might be ready to kick their training into high gear. And that means investing in quality spikes made specifically for cross country running. Cross country spikes are designed to help runners gain traction on rough terrain, improve grip on various surfaces,... Read more
Deep girls field highlights 45th ASICS Clovis Invitational, Jesuit boys face Crater High from Oregon
The 45th ASICS Clovis Invitational is already making history by being showcased over two days, with 30 races scheduled for Friday and Saturday at Woodward Park in Fresno, Calif. But the event also has the potential to be memorable for several additional reasons, especially in the Bill Buettner Girls... Read more
7 Reasons Why Cross Country is the Best Sport for Athletes
It’s hard not to love with cross country. Set among the beauty of nature, cross country is a sport that challenges both the body and mind like no other. It pushes runners to their limits, offering a unique sense of accomplishment with every mile completed. Unlike other sports, cross... Read more
Post-Race Recovery Tips After a Challenging Race
Crossing the finish line brings a rush of endorphins that has the runner walking on cloud nine. After the adrenaline rush of crossing the finish line and giving it your all, recovery is essential to help your body heal, adapt, and perform better in future workouts or competitions. The... Read more
What to Expect on Race Day: A Guide for First-Time Cross Country Runners
There is no better feeling than crossing that finish line at a first cross country meet. There is also nothing like the thrill and anticipation at the starting line. Race day is an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience, especially if it’s the first time the runner is competing. After putting... Read more
How to Tackle Race Day Weather: Running in the Rain, Heat, or Cold
Race day is always exciting, but when the weather doesn’t cooperate, it can become much more challenging. And then Mother Nature always seems to throw us a curve ball, like the recent heat waves in California. While excessive heat should stop us in our tracks, runners need to be... Read more