Wenatchee Invite
Location: Walla Walla Point Park, Wenatchee, WA
Date: 9.21.19
Race Details: Loooong straight-aways, temps in the 70’s, and softer thicker turf on this all-grass course. 1.55mi. for JRH and 5k for HS.
JHR 7th GRADE RACE
Zoe: 8:14 at one mile, 12:49 finishing time, 8:16 average, 14th place
You ran a great race and had at least a 7 second improvement on last week! You’re mile time and average were almost exactly the same, which means you ran a very consistent race pace the whole way through. You looked very smooth coming up the final hill into the finish, with your arms working well to get you up to the top. One thing to work on is to try to keep your shoulders a bit more relaxed as you pick up speed.
Marta: 7:10 at one mile, 11:22 finishing time, 7:20 average, 2nd place
Congratulations on finishing your very first race! You did a great job of running consistently, especially considering that you’ve never had to race that far before, and we didn’t really know what your pace would be. You kept your head up and eyes looking forward all the way through the finish. Let’s work on really shifting gears and changing up your running cadence when you go into your finish, just like during our strides.
Mia: 7:26 at one mile, 12:00 finishing time, 7:44 average, 7th place
It seems like you went out quite a bit faster than last week, and even though you slowed down during the last half mile, it really paid off because you went 25 seconds faster than last week! You and Peter were very close for the first mile or more, which is great to see because it makes it easier to run. Remember to keep your head up and eyes forward while you’re running so you can keep looking at your goal!
Dexter: 5:32 at one mile, 8:54 finishing time, 5:44 average, 1st place
I know your time wasn’t as fast this week as it was last week, but keep in mind that you were running a very different race, being out front the entire time instead of having someone to chase down. Both you and Mac looked very smooth through the half mile, and seemed to be working well together! At the finish your arms were working well to get you up that hill and your knees were nice and high. We’ll keep working on extending your quick pace for the last half mile, and there’s still a lot of racing left this year to dial it in!
Mac: 5:32 at one mile, 9:01 finishing time, 5:49 average, 2nd place
Great job holding on to Dexter for at least the first mile! That got you out to a much faster start than last week, and you were able to maintain a great pace for the last half mile. When you’re getting tired, try to keep your body a bit more upright and limit the side to side swaying that sometimes happens. Also, remember to never look back! Just go!
Brayden: 5:48 at one mile, 9:29 finishing time, 6:07 average, 3rd place
You also had a faster first mile than last week, but you were able to hold on pretty well despite running by yourself for a lot of the race. Nice job! At the finish, your form was fantastic! Your knees were very high and your arms were driving all the way through. One thing to work on is to try to keep your left arm going forward, just like your right arm does.
Sam: 6:36 at one mile, 10:25 finishing time, 6:43 average, 4th place
Sam, you ran a great first race! You stayed very consistent the whole way through and maintained your pace well through the last half mile. Running with Tristan out of the start worked well and you guys looked great through the half mile. Remember to keep your momentum going forward instead of side to side, but I know the cast is probably a bit funky while you’re running. Despite all that, you had a great day and a great contribution to the team!
Tristan: 6:37 at one mile, 10:26 finishing time, 6:44 average, 5th place
You did a great job of chasing down Sam all the way through the finish! The next step is to get you running with him the whole way through, and then you can both really race to the finish! You’re a very consistent runner, and you bring a lot of positive energy to the team, which is greatly appreciated! Sometimes you get a little tense while you run, but we’ll work on that. And, above all else, you ensured that the boys completed the sweep! Congrats!
Kaden: 8:04 at one mile, 12:44 finishing time, 8:13 average, 29th place
Excellent job on your first race! You stayed consistent even as you were getting tired, and kept your head up so you could see your goals. You do get a bit wobbly, but that’s something that we will definitely be working on. As you get more comfortable racing, we’ll work on some different strategies for really bringing your time down and try to get you running with some of the other boys.
Raiff: 6:47 at one mile, 10:37 finishing time, 6:51 average, 9th place
First off, I have never seen someone fall down and get back up so quickly! As far as the running went, you had another great race. You naturally have a very long stride, which can sometimes be a bit boundy, but you use it well to your advantage. The whole way through you were right on Damon’s shoulder, and next time I’m very confident you’ll get him!
Damon: 6:46 at one mile, 10:33 finishing time, 6:49 average, 6th place
You always have very good finishing speed, and I know you were working really hard to hold that runner off up the last hill. Congrats on doing just that! One big thing when you’re running is you don’t want to look back. Instead, just really kick it into gear, because then you won’t have to see them!
Malloch: 10:10 at one mile, 16:05 finishing time, 10:23 average, 37th place
You made a huge improvement (almost 2 minutes!) from last week! That is amazing for one week! You actually went out a bit slower, but you really made up for it in the last half mile which is awesome because it means you’re holding your pace a lot longer. I think we’ll see your time continue to drop over the next few weeks as you get more comfortable!
JHR 7th GRADE RACE
Zoe: 8:14 at one mile, 12:49 finishing time, 8:16 average, 14th place
You ran a great race and had at least a 7 second improvement on last week! You’re mile time and average were almost exactly the same, which means you ran a very consistent race pace the whole way through. You looked very smooth coming up the final hill into the finish, with your arms working well to get you up to the top. One thing to work on is to try to keep your shoulders a bit more relaxed as you pick up speed.
Marta: 7:10 at one mile, 11:22 finishing time, 7:20 average, 2nd place
Congratulations on finishing your very first race! You did a great job of running consistently, especially considering that you’ve never had to race that far before, and we didn’t really know what your pace would be. You kept your head up and eyes looking forward all the way through the finish. Let’s work on really shifting gears and changing up your running cadence when you go into your finish, just like during our strides.
Mia: 7:26 at one mile, 12:00 finishing time, 7:44 average, 7th place
It seems like you went out quite a bit faster than last week, and even though you slowed down during the last half mile, it really paid off because you went 25 seconds faster than last week! You and Peter were very close for the first mile or more, which is great to see because it makes it easier to run. Remember to keep your head up and eyes forward while you’re running so you can keep looking at your goal!
Dexter: 5:32 at one mile, 8:54 finishing time, 5:44 average, 1st place
I know your time wasn’t as fast this week as it was last week, but keep in mind that you were running a very different race, being out front the entire time instead of having someone to chase down. Both you and Mac looked very smooth through the half mile, and seemed to be working well together! At the finish your arms were working well to get you up that hill and your knees were nice and high. We’ll keep working on extending your quick pace for the last half mile, and there’s still a lot of racing left this year to dial it in!
Mac: 5:32 at one mile, 9:01 finishing time, 5:49 average, 2nd place
Great job holding on to Dexter for at least the first mile! That got you out to a much faster start than last week, and you were able to maintain a great pace for the last half mile. When you’re getting tired, try to keep your body a bit more upright and limit the side to side swaying that sometimes happens. Also, remember to never look back! Just go!
Brayden: 5:48 at one mile, 9:29 finishing time, 6:07 average, 3rd place
You also had a faster first mile than last week, but you were able to hold on pretty well despite running by yourself for a lot of the race. Nice job! At the finish, your form was fantastic! Your knees were very high and your arms were driving all the way through. One thing to work on is to try to keep your left arm going forward, just like your right arm does.
Sam: 6:36 at one mile, 10:25 finishing time, 6:43 average, 4th place
Sam, you ran a great first race! You stayed very consistent the whole way through and maintained your pace well through the last half mile. Running with Tristan out of the start worked well and you guys looked great through the half mile. Remember to keep your momentum going forward instead of side to side, but I know the cast is probably a bit funky while you’re running. Despite all that, you had a great day and a great contribution to the team!
Tristan: 6:37 at one mile, 10:26 finishing time, 6:44 average, 5th place
You did a great job of chasing down Sam all the way through the finish! The next step is to get you running with him the whole way through, and then you can both really race to the finish! You’re a very consistent runner, and you bring a lot of positive energy to the team, which is greatly appreciated! Sometimes you get a little tense while you run, but we’ll work on that. And, above all else, you ensured that the boys completed the sweep! Congrats!
Kaden: 8:04 at one mile, 12:44 finishing time, 8:13 average, 29th place
Excellent job on your first race! You stayed consistent even as you were getting tired, and kept your head up so you could see your goals. You do get a bit wobbly, but that’s something that we will definitely be working on. As you get more comfortable racing, we’ll work on some different strategies for really bringing your time down and try to get you running with some of the other boys.
Raiff: 6:47 at one mile, 10:37 finishing time, 6:51 average, 9th place
First off, I have never seen someone fall down and get back up so quickly! As far as the running went, you had another great race. You naturally have a very long stride, which can sometimes be a bit boundy, but you use it well to your advantage. The whole way through you were right on Damon’s shoulder, and next time I’m very confident you’ll get him!
Damon: 6:46 at one mile, 10:33 finishing time, 6:49 average, 6th place
You always have very good finishing speed, and I know you were working really hard to hold that runner off up the last hill. Congrats on doing just that! One big thing when you’re running is you don’t want to look back. Instead, just really kick it into gear, because then you won’t have to see them!
Malloch: 10:10 at one mile, 16:05 finishing time, 10:23 average, 37th place
You made a huge improvement (almost 2 minutes!) from last week! That is amazing for one week! You actually went out a bit slower, but you really made up for it in the last half mile which is awesome because it means you’re holding your pace a lot longer. I think we’ll see your time continue to drop over the next few weeks as you get more comfortable!
Peter: 7:26 at one mile, 11:39 finishing time, 7:31 average, 22nd place
You and Mia got off to a great start, and you were able to hold your pace pretty well through the last half mile. You did a great job going up that final hill putting on a burst of speed, and when your arms are moving, you really start moving too so keep pumping your arms! Keep your head up and I know you’re time will start dropping!
JRH 8th GRADE GIRLS
30 total runners. 3 scoring teams. Wenatchee, Housel, Eastmont.
Dashe: 6:23 at one mile, 10:04 finishing time, 6:29 average, 5th place
A tough race Dashe - when it sounds like you weren't quite feeling 100%. Great job working with Leki and its amazing how well you all run together when given the opportunity. Rest easy over the next few days and let's not push our luck with Tuesday in Okanogan if you aren't feeling a whole lot better soon. Some good workouts later in the week and then a hilly, fun course in Leavenworth on Oct. 5th!
Leki: 6:23 at one mile, 10:03 finishing time, 6:29 average, 4th place
Just 1 second back of Wenatchee and in a tight battle all-around in that final 400m and up the final hill to the finish. A great job finding your teammate early and in running together the whole way through. Arms and shoulder’s stayed loose, especially on that final climb and across the finish and you are looking stronger with every practice and workout!
JRH 8th GRADE BOYS
2nd out of 3 scoring teams. Wenatchee (Pioneer) 30, Liberty Bell 38, Eastmont 60.
Aksel: 5:49 at one mile, 9:27 finishing time, 6:06 average, 4th place
Yes, a little slower than you wanted to be, but an excellent race running a little more on your own. Last week you got out 10+ seconds faster and that early connection to the front is something to strive for on Tuesday. It will be a bigger pack (all ages) for the next one, so you and Dexter and Mac and Will will all have each other easily in sight. That should help a lot.
Will: 5:35 at one mile, 8:47 finishing time, 5:40 average, 1st place
A great race only 6 seconds slower on an arguably much slower course. Well plotted from the start with some earlier contact to Marchand to make him feel the pressure mid-race. You also dealt well with his surges just before the mile and you passed him aggressively to open up a nice gap. He closed a bit up the final hill, but it was too much. Strides and our repeat 200’s will help with your own finishing kick, but today the mid-race endurance won the day. Keep up the smart running!
A tough race Dashe - when it sounds like you weren't quite feeling 100%. Great job working with Leki and its amazing how well you all run together when given the opportunity. Rest easy over the next few days and let's not push our luck with Tuesday in Okanogan if you aren't feeling a whole lot better soon. Some good workouts later in the week and then a hilly, fun course in Leavenworth on Oct. 5th!
Leki: 6:23 at one mile, 10:03 finishing time, 6:29 average, 4th place
Just 1 second back of Wenatchee and in a tight battle all-around in that final 400m and up the final hill to the finish. A great job finding your teammate early and in running together the whole way through. Arms and shoulder’s stayed loose, especially on that final climb and across the finish and you are looking stronger with every practice and workout!
JRH 8th GRADE BOYS
2nd out of 3 scoring teams. Wenatchee (Pioneer) 30, Liberty Bell 38, Eastmont 60.
Aksel: 5:49 at one mile, 9:27 finishing time, 6:06 average, 4th place
Yes, a little slower than you wanted to be, but an excellent race running a little more on your own. Last week you got out 10+ seconds faster and that early connection to the front is something to strive for on Tuesday. It will be a bigger pack (all ages) for the next one, so you and Dexter and Mac and Will will all have each other easily in sight. That should help a lot.
Will: 5:35 at one mile, 8:47 finishing time, 5:40 average, 1st place
A great race only 6 seconds slower on an arguably much slower course. Well plotted from the start with some earlier contact to Marchand to make him feel the pressure mid-race. You also dealt well with his surges just before the mile and you passed him aggressively to open up a nice gap. He closed a bit up the final hill, but it was too much. Strides and our repeat 200’s will help with your own finishing kick, but today the mid-race endurance won the day. Keep up the smart running!
Kyler: 6:33 at one mile, 10:20 finishing time, 6:40 average, 14th place
Another runner whos average pace today was just a few seconds slower than the mostly gravel course in Manson – which is great on a hotter day as well! With a combined race again on Tuesday you can pack it up with Damon, Landry, and Raiff. Strength in numbers!
Landry: 6:21 at one mile, 10:02 finishing time, 6:28 average, 11th place
On a softer, slower course your average pace was within 2 seconds of your time last week in Manson. A great sign that you were racing hard the entire way and pushing yourself into the finish. Good knee drive and pumping arms on the final climb!
Conrad: 9:30 at one mile, 14:58 finishing time, 9:40 average, 38th place
About the same opening mile as last week – which is great for developing a sense of pace. A little slower course with the thick grass and the hotter temps, but we should be on a firmer, faster turf at the golf course on Tuesday. Look for a nice drop in time as your endurance grows and remember to use that speed to stay in contact with the next runner up in the pack at every available opportunity. With Conner back this next week there might be some good Liberty Bell group running available as well!
Another runner whos average pace today was just a few seconds slower than the mostly gravel course in Manson – which is great on a hotter day as well! With a combined race again on Tuesday you can pack it up with Damon, Landry, and Raiff. Strength in numbers!
Landry: 6:21 at one mile, 10:02 finishing time, 6:28 average, 11th place
On a softer, slower course your average pace was within 2 seconds of your time last week in Manson. A great sign that you were racing hard the entire way and pushing yourself into the finish. Good knee drive and pumping arms on the final climb!
Conrad: 9:30 at one mile, 14:58 finishing time, 9:40 average, 38th place
About the same opening mile as last week – which is great for developing a sense of pace. A little slower course with the thick grass and the hotter temps, but we should be on a firmer, faster turf at the golf course on Tuesday. Look for a nice drop in time as your endurance grows and remember to use that speed to stay in contact with the next runner up in the pack at every available opportunity. With Conner back this next week there might be some good Liberty Bell group running available as well!
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS & BOYS
Girls Overall: We are a team of 12 strong young women. We scored 72 points, good for 4th place. First place was just 10 points away —a team with 32 runners. Second place was 4 points away. Third place was just 3 points away — a school with more than 2000 students. Let that soak in. And, repeat this over and over again — we are a very good TEAM! And, team running was what today was all about. We started off with cheering Lydia to her first ever 5K finish all the way through a Varsity race full of green uniforms running together. I’ll take that over a trophy any day. Awesome work, across the board today! NOTE: The course was running slow...grass was long and soft.
JV GIRLS: 52 finishers
Lydia: 28:37, 29th place. 8:28 first mile. Overall pace: 9:13 per mile
Wow! That was so cool! From the moment the gun went off, you looked calm, cool, and collected. You went out at a pace that felt good and then you just kept cruising. You looked so strong! And, you didn’t just finish your first high school XC race, you RACED it! It was simply inspiring to watch you run that last 300 meters and tear up that hill. Congratulations. Two thumbs way up!
VARSITY GIRLS: 72 finishers. 4th place (72 points). (3rd place - Wenatchee with 69, 2nd place — Deer Park with 68, 1st place — Ellensburg with 62)
Gretta: 20:28, 3rd place. 6:12 first mile. Overall pace: 6:35 per mile
I guess running with a cold agrees with you! That was just a beautiful race — you went out good and strong, but not controlled. And, then you trusted that the front pack would come back to you and they did! That must have been fun to just reel runners in with each step. You looked just like the racing Gretta we know and we missed so last year. Terrific, terrific way to start your 5K season. And, thank you for setting such a great tone with all the other girls — you showed a lot of leadership out there.
Jori: 20:53, 8th place. 6:25 first mile. Overall pace: 6:43 per mile
Keep eating the cabbage! Once again you put the Jori race plan into action with precision. You were out in a good solid place with teammates and then you just began to catch runners in front of you nonstop! You looked so strong in that long straight-away after the 2 mile. And, your kick—it was awesome. So great to see you pumping your arms and really changing gears in that last bit. Picture-perfect racing all around!
Liv: 21:30, 19th place. 6:25 first mile. Overall pace: 6:55 per mile.
You did a great job this week getting out a little bit more conservatively and teaming up with Jori and Keeley for that first bit. That is great strategy. And, you dug deep and found a reserve you weren’t sure you had there in the last mile after the side stitch. You really held it together so well and your finish up the hill at the end was fierce. You are making progress each week. Feel it and Be-Liv! We all sure do!
Keeley: 21:51, 22nd place. 6:25 first mile. Overall pace: 7:02 per mile.
Holy guacamole! You might win the prize for biggest improvement. Two years ago as a freshman you ran a good race for you then at 23:12. Fast forward and you are almost a minute and a half faster. That’s crazy good! You looked so solid throughout — and when the going got tough there around 2 miles, you made a choice to stick with it. Your kick will come back to you, don’t you worry — those legs are strong! Congrats on a really kick-butt 5K opener! Hope this one builds your confidence.
Stella: 21:55, 24th place. 6:40 first mile. Overall pace: 7:03 per mile.
It is so much fun to watch you race. You so know what you are doing out there. Terrific job moving up throughout the race. You always stayed connected with someone and you used them to propel you forward. When you decided to turn it on in the last half mile you were on fire! You did everything your team needed today!
Lindsay: 24:17, 48th place. 7:19 first mile. Overall pace: 7:49 per mile.
That kick! I cannot tell you how much that made me smile to watch you literally charging up that hill. It was like a whole other gear came to you and you just went for it! That is especially impressive given that you were battling a serious head cold. Way to be smart out there, taking it out with Lena and working together to feel the inspiration to pass people. I hope you feel great about that effort, even if it felt snotty/stuffy...it shows so much character and says so many good things about the weeks to come!
Lena: 24:29, 51st place. 7:19 first mile. Overall pace: 7:53 per mile.
Great teamwork with Lindsay—and for the first two miles at least you were smiling out there. Yes, the last mile hurt, but you hung in there and didn’t give up. That will start to feel better after a few more weeks of workouts and once you are over your cold (and maybe with a few more hours of sleep!). For now, be excited that you kept your head in the race and your breathing was steady and know that your legs will feel fast again soon!
JV BOYS: 142 finishers.
Jackson: 21:12, 40th place. 6:30 first mile. Overall pace: 6:49 per mile. A very smart and strong first showing in a high school 5K. That was a big field, but you never looked intimidated. You found your running space and then kept your eyes up looking ahead. Your patience in the beginning paid off and you looked strong as you ventured into that new territory of mile 2 to 3. Now you know you can do this and you’ll just keep getting faster.
Eli: 23:47, 98th place. 6:58 first mile. Overall pace: 7:39 per mile.
You were out a little quicker this week and that’s good. As the season progresses, you’ll want to put yourself into the race like that. Keep thinking about relaxing your arms and shoulders as you get into the middle to latter parts of the race. That will keep you running smooth and breathing easier. Rest assured, this will start to feel easier and faster in the next few weeks as your hard work at practice will pay off.
Kieran: 25:34, 114th place. 7:08 first mile. Overall pace: 8:14 per mile.
From the starting gun, you just looked a little off today. It sounds like you felt like your chest was tight — maybe from a cold or some pre-race nerves. Let’s talk some more this week to figure out how to help. You are a tough runner to gut that one out — I know it wasn’t fun but it sure speaks to a deep sense of character and commitment. We’re confident the next race is going to feel a whole lot better! We saw you race last week and so we know you are strong and races like this—the ones you just muscle your way through—they only add to your mental resolve for the next round.
Kieran: 25:34, 114th place. 7:08 first mile. Overall pace: 8:14 per mile.
From the starting gun, you just looked a little off today. It sounds like you felt like your chest was tight — maybe from a cold or some pre-race nerves. Let’s talk some more this week to figure out how to help. You are a tough runner to gut that one out — I know it wasn’t fun but it sure speaks to a deep sense of character and commitment. We’re confident the next race is going to feel a whole lot better! We saw you race last week and so we know you are strong and races like this—the ones you just muscle your way through—they only add to your mental resolve for the next round.
VARSITY BOYS: 106 finishers. 9th of 14 teams. 227 points. And easy swing of -30 to 40 points with a healthy Travis/Isaiah... so a great start to the 5k racing all around!
In particular, some really nice “roll the dice” performances, and some particularly gutsy efforts by our freshman boys – most of whom decided to take their first 5k out in a range of 9 to 32 seconds faster than they did last week at Sehome. (NICE!) That being said, experiments for now are good and all held on for some fine and gusty times. Suffice it to say that we excelled this week at the “discomfort” side of racing – and that we will also be a force to reckon with as the season rolls!
Ian: 22nd place, 5:27 first mile, 17:53 at finish, 5:45 avg.
Looking smooth and steady in your second outing of the young “return to regular racing” season. A very similar avg. mile split to Sehome - which is awesome for race #2. More speed and volume to layer in this week and you will be feeling even more adapted for Twilight and beyond. For your “return to the League/District” reference, 3 Manson ahead of you: C. Torgeson, G. Torgeson, J. Sarmiento. Brewster #1 and #2 as well: (Ricky Garcia, Oscar Guzman) – 17:25 and 17:46 - and you were right with Jacoby Wieber (TCP #1) who was on the podium at State last year in 12th.
Carter: 49th place, 5:47 first mile, 18:55 at finish, 6:05 avg.
Ahead of Brewster #6 Enrique Campos’ (9th grader) 19:12 and Manson #6 Jose Vasquez (12th) You were the 7th freshman in the race and just totally threw it down! A 6:10 average mile at Sehome and a 2mi split 2 seconds faster that your Sehome finish so… 5k was easier!!! Form looked especially good at the finish with still some good lift in your legs and arms driving you up the hill. A good two weeks of work ahead before the next race, but let’s also see a PT about that heel pain. Great first 5k and we can’t wait for more!
Graham: 36th place, 5:38 first mile, 18:26 at finish, 5:56 avg.
Right behind Manson #4 (Bryce Lamar – 12 sec.) and Brewster #3 18:03 and #4 18:04. As the 4th freshman in the race this was simply a great and gutsy grind-it-out effort. Your average mile at Sehome was 5:59, so you hardly lost a step with a whole extra mile added on. AWESOME! Good evidence of your endurance, but your form held together as well and a great arm drive and knee lift helped you climb that final hill to the finish. Congrats on a great first 5k and looking forward to the rest of the season!
Isaiah: 65th place, 5:45 first mile, 19:36 at finish, 6:19 avg.
The 9th freshman in the race on a day when you took it a little conservative from the start. Please don’t worry about these races or over think it. You looked smooth and steady when you sped up to help Travis and we know that you can take it to another level. An early side-stitch may have set you back, but push the envelope and pain threshold a little more in these next few races and it will pay dividends as the season rolls and you get even more comfortable with the 5k distance. Pack it up with Graham next race and see what happens!
Travis: 66th place, 5:37 first mile, 19:37 at finish, 6:19 avg. First and foremost, we hope that you are feeling better and that you can kick that cold sooner than later. A gritty effort despite the lungs and we appreciate how hard you must have worked to rally yourself across the line. Even with about half of the oxygen you have strength to burn and a motor to drive. Keep us in the loop as you recover this week. With two weeks until Twilight we can afford to sit out a harder workout on Tuesday if it aides in the healing.
Oliver: 76th place, 5:59 first mile, 20:05 at finish, 6:28 avg.
Your best opening 5k of your HS career by 35 sec. It was warm and the course a little soft, but a slightly more patient 1st mile left a little gas in the tank at the end. As the season unfolds we can keep challenging that first mile and you should have a sub-19 5k in your not to distant future! Also, a fierce battle to the line and a tremendous effort in out-kicking the Bothell runner to the line by .58 seconds! For a “new to the League” reference, your were ahead of Brewster #7 – Orlando Medina (12) 20:17 - by 5 spots, with Tonasket’s #2 and #3 just seconds ahead.
Tristan: 88th place, 5:59 first mile, 20:53 at finish, 6:43 avg.
30 seconds faster in your first mile vs Sehome, and I love how you just went for it in this race! Even so, you still seemed poised and patient – running tough through the entire thing and battling with two Cashmere runners to the line. In addition to a great first HS 5k, your reward was an avg. pace 5 seconds faster than your second mile in Bellingham as well! More good things to come as we build strength and comfort with the distance in the season ahead!
Ian: 22nd place, 5:27 first mile, 17:53 at finish, 5:45 avg.
Looking smooth and steady in your second outing of the young “return to regular racing” season. A very similar avg. mile split to Sehome - which is awesome for race #2. More speed and volume to layer in this week and you will be feeling even more adapted for Twilight and beyond. For your “return to the League/District” reference, 3 Manson ahead of you: C. Torgeson, G. Torgeson, J. Sarmiento. Brewster #1 and #2 as well: (Ricky Garcia, Oscar Guzman) – 17:25 and 17:46 - and you were right with Jacoby Wieber (TCP #1) who was on the podium at State last year in 12th.
Carter: 49th place, 5:47 first mile, 18:55 at finish, 6:05 avg.
Ahead of Brewster #6 Enrique Campos’ (9th grader) 19:12 and Manson #6 Jose Vasquez (12th) You were the 7th freshman in the race and just totally threw it down! A 6:10 average mile at Sehome and a 2mi split 2 seconds faster that your Sehome finish so… 5k was easier!!! Form looked especially good at the finish with still some good lift in your legs and arms driving you up the hill. A good two weeks of work ahead before the next race, but let’s also see a PT about that heel pain. Great first 5k and we can’t wait for more!
Graham: 36th place, 5:38 first mile, 18:26 at finish, 5:56 avg.
Right behind Manson #4 (Bryce Lamar – 12 sec.) and Brewster #3 18:03 and #4 18:04. As the 4th freshman in the race this was simply a great and gutsy grind-it-out effort. Your average mile at Sehome was 5:59, so you hardly lost a step with a whole extra mile added on. AWESOME! Good evidence of your endurance, but your form held together as well and a great arm drive and knee lift helped you climb that final hill to the finish. Congrats on a great first 5k and looking forward to the rest of the season!
Isaiah: 65th place, 5:45 first mile, 19:36 at finish, 6:19 avg.
The 9th freshman in the race on a day when you took it a little conservative from the start. Please don’t worry about these races or over think it. You looked smooth and steady when you sped up to help Travis and we know that you can take it to another level. An early side-stitch may have set you back, but push the envelope and pain threshold a little more in these next few races and it will pay dividends as the season rolls and you get even more comfortable with the 5k distance. Pack it up with Graham next race and see what happens!
Travis: 66th place, 5:37 first mile, 19:37 at finish, 6:19 avg. First and foremost, we hope that you are feeling better and that you can kick that cold sooner than later. A gritty effort despite the lungs and we appreciate how hard you must have worked to rally yourself across the line. Even with about half of the oxygen you have strength to burn and a motor to drive. Keep us in the loop as you recover this week. With two weeks until Twilight we can afford to sit out a harder workout on Tuesday if it aides in the healing.
Oliver: 76th place, 5:59 first mile, 20:05 at finish, 6:28 avg.
Your best opening 5k of your HS career by 35 sec. It was warm and the course a little soft, but a slightly more patient 1st mile left a little gas in the tank at the end. As the season unfolds we can keep challenging that first mile and you should have a sub-19 5k in your not to distant future! Also, a fierce battle to the line and a tremendous effort in out-kicking the Bothell runner to the line by .58 seconds! For a “new to the League” reference, your were ahead of Brewster #7 – Orlando Medina (12) 20:17 - by 5 spots, with Tonasket’s #2 and #3 just seconds ahead.
Tristan: 88th place, 5:59 first mile, 20:53 at finish, 6:43 avg.
30 seconds faster in your first mile vs Sehome, and I love how you just went for it in this race! Even so, you still seemed poised and patient – running tough through the entire thing and battling with two Cashmere runners to the line. In addition to a great first HS 5k, your reward was an avg. pace 5 seconds faster than your second mile in Bellingham as well! More good things to come as we build strength and comfort with the distance in the season ahead!