The Warren County High School cross country teams were in Winchester over the weekend competing in the Hornet Invitational.

In high school action, Alec Smith and Aiden Cano medaled for the boys, while and Emma Randall medaled for the girls.

WCHS coach Anne Hunter-Myers was pleased with the performance.

“This was an outstanding effort Saturday for our team,” she said. “Alec Smith provided a thrilling finish to take third place, outsprinting a Shelbyville runner in the home stretch. Overall, the boys raced tactically and worked together as a team. Several runners had personal bests including sophomore Aiden Cano and senior Caleb Smith. This is significant as we have trained steadily and did not taper back going into this race.” 

Myers continued, “Looking ahead we are aiming for teams like Franklin and Tullahoma. In recent years we have not bested these teams but our guys are running hard to surpass them by the end of this season. Our guys are working together to be competitive collectively. It’s not just about individuals.” 

When it comes to the Lady Pioneer runners, coach Myers said, “The girls team ran competitively as a team for the first time. All but one runner are first-time high school cross country athletes. I am tremendously proud of these athletes and I know they will continue to grow and improve. Emma Randall continues to set the bar high in practice and in meets. Marissa Walker, Ainsley Stefanick, Katie Hutchins and Avery McGiboney all bring a can-do attitude to every workout.”

Individual Times:

GIRLS

Emma Randall 24:40

Marissa Walker 30:32

Ainsley Stefanick 33:16

Katie Hutchins 33:45

Avery McGiboney 41:37

BOYS

Alec Smith 19:16

Aiden Cano 21:20

Conner Gremillion 21:30

Kamrin McLaughlin 21:56

Justice Santiago 22:02

Mitchell Caten 22:36

Caleb Smith 22:50

Jorge Vazquez 23:06

Zach Perry 23:34

Julian Martinez 23:59

Luke Winkler 24:24

Cooper Bailey 24:41

Sabastian Smith 26:02

Vincent Garrison 27:43