If you see Broomfield packing up like this around mile one, that would be your cue to raise your level of concern. Photo by Alan Versaw.
Kate Leatherman's success this season has been a big part of the Fossil Ridge success story. Photo by Ashley Green.
Taylor Berg and her Rocky Ford teammates are but one step away from another trip to state. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
Shane Mathis won't have any hills the size of Little Willis to conquer on Friday, but he will have competition breathing down his back. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
Gordon Gianniny has been running well this fall, but he's also had a lot of support from some other guys in red. All told, it makes Durango a very tough team to beat. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
When Jordyn Colter has been out of the lineup this fall, Devon Peterson has taken over the reins of leadership very nicely. Photo by Ashley Green.
Peak to Peak has been a fixture at state for several years running, but it's not a foregone conclusion this year. Isaac Ruble will strive to keep the streak alive. Photo by Alan Versaw.
Isaiah Dilka's return to racing last week came as a strong positive indicator for University heading into regionals. Photo by Ron Eberhard.
Not only will Golden's Alec Hornecker be shooting for an individual title, but he'll be trying to help his team qualify as well. Photo by Alan Versaw.
Cayli Hume's return to the course holds the potential to influence a thing or two about the team order of finish in 5A Region 1 Girls. Photo by Alan Versaw.
Mae Anderson and Sophia Schelle will try to lead Hotchkiss to a third consecutive regional title this week, but it may end up being more of a contest than the last two years. Photo by Michele Bisbee.
Senior Solana Quistorff of Douglas County hopes to lead her team to a state qualifying berth on Thursday. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
William Mayhew spearheads what could be the strongest Cheyenne Mountain team since the 2010 state championship team. Colorado Track XC file photo by Alan Versaw.
Gunnison has been mixing it up with 4A and 5A teams all season, and with good success. The payback for that effort should start coming this week. Photo by Tim Hilt.