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5. Priory leads the way during the girls' first race, easily pulling ahead of the other competitors. 6. Emma Jaeger (7) works her hardest keep her lead. 7. Katia Queener (8) grins while running, taking in the sunshine during an early race.
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What was your favorite cross country moment this season?
“On the way back down the hill, a seventh grader who was right behind me almost stepped on a baby rattlesnake. It was really scary” - Justine Biscay
“I loved getting to know each other as a team. Running can be a one person thing, but I enjoyed the company of everyone” - Maya Blevins
“My favorite moments are when Mr. Marsheck is yelling at us!” - Emma Jaeger
by ASHLEY ISHIBASHI
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Students view cross- country not only as a sport, but a community support system.
Each year, the Priory middle school sees an influx of new students who must decide their fall sports almost immediately upon arrival. Over the next three years, the middle school coaches train and groom their athletes for high school competitions. Nowhere is this more evident than on the cross-country team,
Many people think that cross-country is an individual sport, but what is not usually portrayed is the whole team cheering each other on. Cross- country is a sport that is community oriented, and it builds a sense of a second family in school.
Not only is running a great way to exercise, but many people say it gives them great stress relief, extra energy, and health benefits.
Though the sport is difficult and unforgiving, these
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hardworking and dedicated athletes showed up to practice every day after school ready to run with smiles on their faces.
Priory has a strong team, consisting of students who are eager to run and ready to encourage their teammates. They motivate each other to run harder, longer, and faster. Sixth grader and newcomer Dominique Robson said, “I loved how the coaches were encouraging the runners no matter what place they were in. Being a member on the cross country team was an amazing experience because I got to know other people on the team older than me.”
Moving into high school, the cross-country team will be accepted into the larger community of high school sports. However, their strong support from middle school cross-country will always be there to help them cross the finish line.
Nothing. -Graham Bears chasing me. -John The encouragement of my I can run faster because I can cover The desire to win. -Clint To beat the person in front of you.
Hughes (10) Gregory (10) beautiful parents. -Sasha more distance in a shorter time Finney (11) - Mayra Barriga (11)
Malek (11)
-Sam Saliba (10)
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