2012 AHSAA Cross Country Championship
Well, here we are. The end of the season.
Saturday was a day filled with mixed emotions – from the excitement of being at the State Meet to the anxiety of the runners and coaches; from the sad realization that this was the last meet of the season and Chloe and Matthew’s final cross country meet of their high school days to the joy of seeing these kids put forth their hearts every day during practice and it show week after week in their improved times. And lastly, the PRIDE of being a Red Devil – whether it be runner, coach, parent, sibling, family member, teacher or staff – there is pride in all that was accomplished this season!
Let’s begin this recap by reminding you that only 12 teams from each class (1A/2A, 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A) across the entire state of Alabama earn a spot to compete at the state meet. Elkmont boys secured their entry when they WON the sectional meet at Cold Springs and the girls secured theirs with a 2nd place finish at sectionals. The day started clear and cool but by the time the boys and girls ran, the temps were moderate and great for running. The Oakville course was (as always) well maintained and DRY! The starting line at this venue is marked by a string a balloons and stretches across a large flat clearing. The girls gathered at the starting line for the 10:30 start. They finished 10th in the state and individual times were:
Sammi Jo Pressnell – 22:28
Hannah Hanback – 22:58
Jensen Pugh – 22:58
Stephanie Clem – 24:58
Nikki Ristau – 26:35
Alex Green – 27:18
Maddie Hobbs – 27:28
Marianna Cooper – 27:32
The boys team was led by Tyler Helms – earning All-State honors for finishing in 10th place.
The boys team finished 8th in the state and individual times were:
Tyler Helms – 17:31
Adam McMahan – 18:27
Chance Bailey – 18:39
Tiyler Walts – 19:43
Jacob Ezell – 20:43
Ethan Shores – 21:26
Chandler Johnson – 22:40
Alex Armstrong – 23:54
Chase Prater – 25:07
Matthew Clem – time not reported
Congratulations EHS XC for an amazing season! I look forward to next season and sharing the trail with you!
COACH PUGH'S THOUGHTS:
Sad to see XC season come to an end. We had a great season this year with many trophies won..many PR's set...lots of great practices and great meets. I love that these kids love to run and continue to improve! Tyler Helms received All State honors today! Easy to coach kids who have such great supportive parents and such good work habits! Thanks to everyone and to Dale Miller for all of the hard work!
Sad to see XC season come to an end. We had a great season this year with many trophies won..many PR's set...lots of great practices and great meets. I love that these kids love to run and continue to improve! Tyler Helms received All State honors today! Easy to coach kids who have such great supportive parents and such good work habits! Thanks to everyone and to Dale Miller for all of the hard work!
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