News Summary

The high school cross-country season in Wyoming intensifies as various meets take place this week. Five major competitions are scheduled across the state, showcasing the skills of young athletes. Events include the Barry Bryant/Kyle Johnson Memorial CC Meet in Riverton, the Wayne Chaney Invitational in Gillette, and several others in Douglas and Green River, concluding with the Chief Nations Invitational in Ethete. Additionally, teams are set to compete in neighboring states, making for an exhilarating week of racing and competition.

Wyoming High School Cross-Country Season Heats Up in Week 3!

Hey there, running fans! It’s that exhilarating time of year again in the beautiful state of Wyoming as the high school cross-country season strides into Week 3! With five exciting meets lined up just around the corner, our talented young athletes are eager to hit the trails and show off their skills. Hold on tight, because this week promises to be thrilling!

Upcoming Meets Near You

This Thursday, the action kicks off in Riverton and Gillette, where the local teams will be racing at their respective venues. Riverton will be hosting the renowned Barry Bryant/Kyle Johnson Memorial CC Meet at the gorgeous Riverton Rendezvous Site. Teams competing include Arapaho Charter, Burlington, Lander, Lovell, Riverton, Rock River, St. Stephens, Wind River, and Worland. Running enthusiasts are in for a real treat!

Simultaneously, head over to Gillette for the Wayne Chaney Invitational, taking place at the Cam-Plex. Schools duking it out on the track will be Buffalo, Campbell County, Cody, Kelly Walsh, Natrona County, and Thunder Basin. So, lace up those sneakers and cheer on your favorites as they chase down the competition!

Don’t Miss Out on Friday’s Fun

Come Friday, it’s another dose of excitement for our runners! Douglas will be hosting their XC Invitational at the stunning Douglas Country Club. Teams such as Douglas, Glenrock, Rawlins, Saratoga, Tongue River, Torrington, Wheatland, and Wright will be on the move, bringing some fierce competition. Meanwhile, in Green River, the Green River XC Invitational is ready to rock at the scenic Rolling Green Country Club. The local teams, along with an out-of-state competitor from Manila, UT, will hit the ground running in this captivating event.

The Grand Finale of In-State Meets

And don’t forget, on Saturday, the final in-state competition unfolds in Ethete at the Chief Nations Invitational, hosted by Wyoming Indian High School. This meet will showcase a thrilling lineup, including teams like Arapahoe Charter, Thermopolis, Wind River, and Wyoming Indian with a special out-of-state participant from Little Wound, SD joining the excitement! It’s bound to be an unforgettable gathering filled with team spirit and camaraderie.

Going Beyond State Lines

Wyoming teams are also spreading their wings and competing beyond their home state in various meets across Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, and South Dakota. The cross-country athletes from Wyoming will be partaking in events like the Belle Fourche Invitational CC Meet in Belle Fourche, SD, where teams from Hulett, Moorcroft, Newcastle, and Sundance will be looking to showcase their prowess.

Not forgetting the Chadron HS XC Meet in Chadron, NE with Lusk, and the Kimball Invite in Kimball, NE featuring Burns/Pine Bluffs. To add more flavor, there’s the Tiger/Grizz Invitational at Idaho Falls, ID with Star Valley, the Border Wars in Taylorsville, UT with teams like Evanston, Jackson, Lyman, and Mountain View, plus the inspiring Bozeman XC Invite at Bozeman, MT, featuring Big Horn, Natrona County, Powell, and Sheridan. To round it off, the Liberty Bell Cross Country Invitational in Littleton, CO will see Cheyenne Central, Cheyenne East, and Laramie take to the trails.

Keep an Eye on Changes!

As with all thrilling sporting events, remember that schedules can sometimes shift due to unforeseen circumstances, so keep an eye out for updates. Wishing all the competitors the best of luck as they gear up for a week filled with passion and determination on the track! Let the races begin!

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