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The Carbon High School cross country teams had an impressive start to the season at the 2025 Premier Cross Country Invitational, with both boys and girls varsity teams winning their classifications. The girls secured seventh place out of 24 competing teams, led by Rozlyn Stowe’s outstanding performance. The boys followed suit, finishing seventh among 26 teams, showcasing remarkable teamwork and strong individual finishes. Coach Telisse Martak expressed pride in their achievements, especially considering their recent training camp. With this strong start, expectations are high for the season ahead.

Carbon High School Cross Country Team Kicks Off Season with a Bang!

In the heart of Salt Lake City, the Carbon High School cross country team burst onto the scene at the much-anticipated 2025 Premier Cross Country Invitational, showcasing their talent and determination right from the get-go. Both the boys and girls varsity teams didn’t just show up; they completely dominated, each claiming victory in the 1A-3A classification. What an incredible way to start the season!

Girls’ Team Shines Bright

The girls’ squad certainly made a name for themselves, finishing seventh out of an impressive 24 competing teams in the combined 1A-6A standings. Leading the charge was the dynamic Rozlyn Stowe, who clocked in an incredible time of 17:09.6. She finished just behind the talented BYU commit, Lily Alder of Timpview, who set a tough benchmark at 17:00.

Other notable performances came from the ever-energetic Josie Yates, who claimed the third spot at 19:03.8. Meanwhile, Brettlee Kennedy and Alexandra Bryner made significant contributions to the team’s success, finishing eighth and ninth respectively, with times of 21:45.1 and 21:56.3. Rounding out the scoring for the girls was Kiley Bishoff, taking the tenth position at 22:13.0. With such a strong showing, the girls racked up a total of just 28 points, easily outpacing Union‘s 38 points and Morgan‘s 69 points to grab that championship title!

It’s a Boys’ Game Too!

Meanwhile, not to be outdone, the boys’ team also turned heads by finishing seventh among 26 teams in the combined 1A-6A standings. They demonstrated remarkable teamwork, completing their race as a tightly-knit group, with runners finishing within an impressive 45-second span. Leading the charge was Michael Weber, who sprinted his way to a remarkable second place with a time of 16:26.7. Not too far behind were teammates Matthew Stromness, finishing third at 16:30.6, and Dallin Humes, who came in fifth place with a time of 16:37.4. Evan Criddle wasn’t far behind either, clinching sixth with a time of 16:38.2.

The boys added more firepower with standout finishes from Bracken Hanson (17:12.8) and Samuel Wilson (17:23.3), which helped the team amass a total of 27 points. This hard work and determination really paid off, as they outperformed schools such as Morgan (62 points), Ogden (66 points), and Union (78 points).

Coaching and Community Support

The excitement didn’t stop on the track. Head coach Telisse Martak expressed pride in both teams’ performances, especially considering the fatigue from their extensive training camp. The fact that nearly every runner set personal bests for the course speaks volumes about their preparation and tenacity!

The teams are just getting started, and there’s a palpable buzz in the air as everyone anticipates what they will accomplish throughout the season. With such an explosive season opener, the sky is the limit for the Carbon High School cross country teams!

What’s Next?

As the season unfolds, keep your eyes peeled for more thrilling updates and inspiring performances from these young athletes. Whether you’re cheering in the stands or tracking from home, the Carbon High School cross country teams promise a season filled with excitement, dedication, and perhaps a few surprises along the way.

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