The Ware County Gators and Lady Gators Cross Country teams turned in a strong showing at their multi-team meet in Long County, with personal records falling across both squads and several runners earning impressive individual finishes.
It was an especially productive day for the Lady Gators, as every Ware County girls runner recorded a new personal record.
Yaneli Martinez led the way with another outstanding performance, racing to a second-place overall finish with a time of 20:32. Martinez continued her strong season while establishing another personal best.
Faith W. and Alexa V. also recorded new personal records, completing a day in which every Lady Gator runner improved her best time.
Boys Finish Fifth Among 15 Teams
The Gators also had plenty to celebrate on the boys' side, finishing fifth overall in a field of 15 teams.
Damari Bennett led Ware County with a top-10 performance, placing ninth overall with a time of 17:57.
Several other Gators recorded personal records during the meet. Lorenzo H., Gio S., Taishawn M., Seth K., and Easton S. each turned in PR performances, adding to a successful day for the Ware County program.
The combination of individual improvement and a fifth-place team finish provided another encouraging performance for the Gators as they continue working toward the championship portion of the season.
Up Next
Ware County Cross Country returns to competition on Wednesday, October 7, when the Gators and Lady Gators travel to Wilcox County for another multi-team meet.
The meet is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM.
Congratulations to all of our Gators and Lady Gators on a great day of racing and continued improvement!
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GO GATORS!