Sweat drips down their faces as they prepare for one of their hardest races yet. They train to run faster, move quicker, and maintain a strong mindset to take them to success. This race determines one thing, who is most eligible to be put in State. The only twist is that they are required to compete against one another, fighting for a spot of their own.
On Oct. 18, Cross Country held a race hosted by Hoka. The Hoka sportswear company takes these races nationwide. They help with collecting their results that will be brought to administrators. They will start gathering fastest times and soon find their star runners. From here, the top three in the nation get free merch and swag supplied by Hoka itself. The company also provided awards to the Seniors to congratulate them for their hard work and commitment to the team, with this being their last year.
Sydney Lucas, a teammate on the cross-country team says, “It was a really fun experience, and it helped the team come closer together. Cheering for each other on the sidelines is always so uplifting and encouraging when we run harder races like this one. Our team reached a lot of big goals and the girls accomplished becoming 1st in the nation.”
Sydney is in the 2nd heat and one of the top three in freshman girls. The cross-country team has pride and gets far with the support of their teammates.
Another teammate on the cross-country team, Makelle Carlson claimed, “Our team has been preforming really well this year, and it’s exciting to see all the hard work paying off. The 2-mile was a great opportunity for us to test how much we could push ourselves individually and as a team. Hopefully this will help drive us towards winning districts and state this year.”
As a result, the Hoka two mile was a testament to the dedication and spirit of the cross-country team. These athletes pushed themselves to their limits, driven by the desire to succeed. The event, sponsored by Hoka, not only provided a platform for competition but also fostered a sense of achievement. This race was a memorable experience, celebrating the athletes and their bonds they created through a shared passion and work ethic.
