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The cross country season in the Volusia-Flagler area has showcased remarkable achievements, highlighted by Mackenzie Roy’s historic state championship win, the first for the region in over two decades. With impressive performances from local athletes and teams, the season has marked a turning point, setting the stage for a bright future in cross country. Upcoming awards will further celebrate the dedication and talent displayed throughout this season, as the community comes together to honor these young athletes.

Historic Cross Country Season Highlights for Volusia-Flagler

Daytona Beach is buzzing with excitement as *cross country* season wraps up with some incredible achievements that are sure to be remembered for years to come. This year’s highlights include a remarkable performance by Spruce Creek’s Mackenzie Roy, who became the first individual girls state champion for the Volusia-Flagler area since 1999, breaking a streak of more than two decades.

A Remarkable Victory

Mackenzie’s *historic victory* at the Class 4A meet put her in the spotlight as she joined a short list of local champions. The last individual girls state title was claimed by Mallory Dunn from Seabreeze back in 1999. It’s not just the impressive victory; Mackenzie’s win marks a significant milestone for Spruce Creek, as the school hasn’t had a girls state title holder since Carmen Gardner in 1982. It’s fair to say that Mackenzie has put her school and our area back on the map!

Strong Performances from Boys Teams

The boys squads have shown *depth and talent* throughout the season, with Flagler Palm Coast making headlines by clinching the Five Star title. Leading the boys, Braedyn Wormeck captured his second consecutive conference championship, showcasing consistent performance year after year. Speaking of standout performances, Blaine Vogel from Matanzas also made a significant mark when he recorded the fastest time among local boys competitors at the state meets.

A total of seven schools from the region had representatives on the All-Area first team, underscoring the impressive level of talent in the Volusia-Flagler area. It was a season filled with *strong teamwork* and remarkable individual achievements proving that this region has a bright future in cross country.

Individual Brilliance

Several athletes delivered outstanding performances that deserve to be highlighted. Carter Bell from Spruce Creek finished 4th at the Five Star Conference meet with a time of 16:40.2, while his teammate Arianna Roy clocked 18:15.4 to finish 5th at the state finals. Flagler Palm Coast’s Jevin Luna followed suit with a time of 16:54.1 at the 4A state finals, proving that the competition was fierce this season.

Others like Lowell Cummings pushed through with consistent performances maintaining around the 17-minute mark, and Sam McDuffie took the runner-up spot at the Five Star with a sharp time of 16:35. This season will surely serve as a *springboard* for future competitors.

Team Rankings and Performances

On the team front, Flagler Palm Coast’s boys secured 3rd place in the Region 1-4A standings while their girls team also showed grit, finishing 3rd in the same region. Matanzas contributed to the excitement by securing 10th and 12th places in the girls and boys regions at 1-3A, while New Smyrna Beach’s girls snagged a 5th place finish at the Region 2-3A meet, showcasing remarkable personal bests throughout the season.

Recognitions and Upcoming Awards

As we look ahead, the Volusia-Flagler High School Sports Awards will honor these incredible athletes. The program is all set to announce player of the year nominees for fall sports on June 2 at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach. Adding a touch of excitement to the evening, former MLB All-Star Dee Strange-Gordon will be the guest speaker, ensuring the event is one for the books.

With categories ranging from *boys athlete of the year* to *coach of the year* and even a special Courage Award recipient, this awards night promises to celebrate the hard work and dedication of these young athletes. Athletes can RSVP for a free ticket to the event, and additional tickets will be up for grabs, allowing families and friends to join in the festivities.

This cross country season has indeed been a turning point for many athletes in the Volusia-Flagler area, showcasing talent and dedication across the board. From historic wins to recognition of outstanding individual performances, the future of cross country in this region looks incredibly bright!

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