Phoebe Powell

Horizon's Megan Mooney and Palisade's Greta VanCalcar have been two of this year's biggest freshman sensations. Photos by Alan Versaw.

Rachael Chacko gets a little encouragement from Coach Jeff Bliven as she goes by at the Centennial League Championships on Thursday. Photo by Kelli Noto.

Taylor Bancroft's contribution will be key for a Frontier Academy team in search of a state title. Colorado Track XC file photo.

The solitude of the leader. Photo by Alan Versaw.

Midway through their home invitational yesterday, Salida's Phoebe Powell, Sydney Fesenmeyer, and Lauren McDonald were tightly bunched at 2-3-4. Photo by Alan Versaw.

You're only allowed so much time in the shadows. Colorado Academy, led by Sammy Little and Jess Masinter, has officially used up their time. CA is now recognized as an official 3A threat. Photo by Alan Versaw.

Lauren McDonald tops the list of runners returning for Salida next year. Photo by Alan Versaw.