Griffin Hay, left, and Gus Waneka, right, couldn't settle things on the course and so had to revert to a time-honored tradition among male contestants. Photo by Karina Ernst.
For many programs in Colorado, the week after Liberty Bell presents questions, challenges and opportunities. How good are we? Can we overcome a natural tendency to let down following a big midseason meet? Can we build on any momentum gained and move forward?
This is also a time when most programs are ramping up the intensity at practice, the kids’ class loads are getting heavier and talk of homecoming dances heats up. Aches and pains, sniffles and coughs must all be evaluated and managed closely.
Such is the background to the John Martin Invitational, dubbed after the legendary Lambkin coach, hosted Friday by Fort Collins on their campus on the southeast side of town.
A fast course and the promise of some top-notch competition baited the squad from Thompson Valley to go to the well on...