Matt Dillon may not enjoy the most name recognition of any runner at Lyons, but he's definitely crucial to the team's chances for repeating as state champions this year. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
It's not terribly surprising, I suppose, that Lyons and Hotchkiss trade off top places in the preseason polls. Both are loaded teams and both are serious cross country programs that regularly compete over their heads against larger schools. When they come back to small-school competition, they tend to clean house.
But, the 2A story is far from settled. In particular, look for strong challenges (as our coaches panel does) from Rocky Ford and Heritage Christian Academy.
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