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With a new head coach at the helm, the Tigard High School cross country team is filled with optimism for the upcoming 2025 season. After a successful previous year, the team returns key athletes and aims to secure a top spot at the district meet to qualify for state championships. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams have dedicated training plans and high hopes for individual and team successes this year.

Excitement Builds for Tigard High School Cross Country Team’s 2025 Season

As the vibrant leaves of fall begin to grace the streets of Tigard, the local high school cross country team is ready to charge into action, and there’s a buzz of anticipation in the air. With a fresh face in the coaching department, the Tigard High School cross country team is aiming for big things this season as they enter 2025 under the enthusiastic guidance of new head coach Jill McIsaac.

A New Era Begins

After serving as an assistant coach for four years, McIsaac is now at the helm, and she could not be more excited about what lies ahead. The enthusiasm she brings to the role is infectious, and both the girls’ and boys’ teams are clearly feeling it. Coming off a solid year where the girls’ team placed third in the Three Rivers League and made it to the state meet in Eugene, the returning athletes have every reason to be optimistic about the upcoming season.

Ready to Rise

This year, the Tigers are bringing back all of their top-5 finishers from the state meet, showcasing a strong roster that includes key players such as sophomore Sophia Service, seniors Leah Heidt, Meadow Baxter, Makaila Rust, and junior Sydney Joule. Joining them are fellow teammates Nevi Larsen and Ruby Veal, who are equally prepared to contribute to the team’s success.

Aiming for the Top

The Tigers are setting their sights on achieving a top-two finish at the upcoming district meet to secure an auto-qualification spot for the state championships. The girls’ squad especially feels they have “unfinished business” from last year’s performance at the Three Rivers League Championships, and they’ve been highly motivated to close the gap and push ahead this season.

Summer Training: Success in the Making

Training hasn’t been a walk in the park, though! The team kicked off their summer training in June, where they came together as a unit to build camaraderie and work on their fitness levels. They’ve been logging miles, focusing on teamwork, and ensuring everyone is engaged and excited to put in the effort. Their hard work was showcased at a recent competition, the Night Meet held in Wilsonville, where Service impressively finished second, and Paul Hretcanu stole the show by winning the junior boys race.

Setting High Goals for Boys’ Team

The boys’ team is also brimming with talent and potential. Paul Hretcanu, a sophomore, previously took home the Three Rivers League Championship with a personal best time of 15:41.2 and is now eyeing his third TRL title this fall. The team includes stellar athletes like seniors Trent Woodward and Wesley Kerns, along with junior Max Frye and promising sophomores Tobi Danes, Jackson Kamphuis, Kingston Brunscheon, and Finn Nichols. With some incoming first-time varsity runners, McIsaac is optimistic about the boys’ prospects as well.

Chasing Championship Dreams

Both teams have set their sights on qualifying for the state meet—a goal that hasn’t been achieved since 2010. This season is all about building momentum, and McIsaac’s focus on having several top-10 individual finishes at both the Three Rivers League and State Championships is a plan that certainly sends shivers of excitement through the hearts of runners and fans alike.

Looking Ahead

The countdown to cross country season has officially begun, and Tigard’s athletes are ready to lace up their running shoes and make their mark. With a supportive coach, a strong roster, and a determined spirit, the Tigard High School cross country teams are gearing up to show everyone what they’re made of in the upcoming months!

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