One chilly October 28^th, cross country runners gathered together to run a mile around the track. However, they weren’t adorned with the usual matching sporty tanks and shorts spectators were used to seeing them in. Robes. Masks. Wigs. Balloons. Tutus. Even a horse head. The cross country runners were in spectacular and comical outfits for the annual cross country event called the Tide Mile. This fun race was the beginning to an end of the season as the championship meets started.

The JV season ended October 22^nd. Some varsity cross country runners participated in the State competition on November 8^th. They will also run at Nike Regional’s on November 15^th in hope of qualifying for the National meet on November 23^rd.

Q&A: Senior Zach Cutter

Q: What was your favorite memory of cross country?

A: “My favorite memory from cross country was the twilight bowl run we had at Lincoln Memorial. It was just a fun race and there was a lot of music going on. And just a lot of teamwork. Team bonding.”

Q: Why do you like cross country or why do you like running as a sport?

A: “Well. It’s just that. Running. You don’t have to think too hard. It just lets you relax.”

Q: What would you say was a major accomplishment you had in cross country? What was something you were proud of?

A: “I am proud of speeding up my time by about two whole minutes than last year. My PR, personal record, has gone down thirty seconds.”

Q: How would you describe the cross country runners?

A: “An odd bunch.”