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Wavering fights to tight finish at Md/DC Private School Championships

Published November 9, 2014 at 10:25AM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:50PM

The lead pack of the boys large schools race cruises through the course at Derwood, with eventual champion Jack Wavering on the right end. Photo: Dan DiFonzo

For Georgetown Day School’s Tristan Colaizzi, it wasn’t quite the day he envisioned when he toed the line for the Maryland-DC Private Schools Cross Country Championships at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood.

Battling a chronic lung infection for the past few months, Colazzi knew early that he wasn’t going to be the one to challenge Good Counsel junior Jack Wavering for the top spot on this decisive race day. That’s when he tapped teammate senior Aidan Pillard less than a mile into the race and told him he’d have to be the man.

Northwood girls head to states for the first time in almost 30 years

By Emily Rabbitt

Published November 7, 2014 at 7:43AM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:50PM

Northwood's Alexis Doon races in the Montgomery County Cross Country Championship in October. Photo: Charlie Ban

In spite of a tough season, Northwood’s girls have a lot to celebrate. Even with two top runners missing time because of injuries, one the entire season, they’re on their way to the state championship for the first time in almost 30 years.

Lest that sound like a long futility streak, know that from 1987 to 2004, the school itself was closed and the building used as a haven for other school’s students during renovations. Prior to that, the team scored state championships in 1975, 1977 and 1978.

Huff, Knibb win DC state XC meet

By Erin Masterson

Published November 2, 2014 at 2:24PM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:51PM

Wilson's Lucas Lytel races E.L. Haynes's Brendan Joyner at the DC state meet. Photo: Cory Royster

Racing down the final downhill straightaway in first place, with a strong finishing kick, Tyreece Huff was the picture of confidence. Even on a hilly course at Fort Dupont Park, with “brutal hills on the backstretch,” Huff was not fazed. “This course is like a backyard to me. I train here,” he said. “And I love hills.”

He proved his point, running a 17:42 on the rolling 5k course at the third annual D.C. State High School Cross Championships, winning with a wide lead over second place Jake Gosselin of Sidwell Friends School in 18:01.

Good Counsel dominates boys’ WCAC race, scares O’Connell girls

By Charlie Ban

Published October 27, 2014 at 12:56AM | Updated June 25, 2018 at 4:51PM

Mike and Louisa Puffett talk to members of Mike's DeMatha team. Puffet coaches the Elizabeth Seton team. Photo: Charlie Ban

On his way down the hill with about 400 meters to go at the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference Cross Country Championships at Lake Fairfax Park, Good Counsel’s Kevin McGivern took a headfirst spill on the mud, spooking Gonzaga’s Jacob Floam, who managed to stay on his feet despite jumping to avoid McGivern.

McGivern recovered and eventually passed Floam on the way to a three-second margin in claiming second place. It was emblematic of the Falcons’ team that day: just too strong.

How’d They Do?

By Jacqueline Feldscher

Published October 26, 2014 at 11:43PM | Updated August 10, 2015 at 12:18PM

Kelly Swain, left, runs with teammate. Photo: Charlie Ban

Some Run Washington featured marathoners had great days Sunday at the Marine Corps Marathon, but many missed personal time goals fighting strong headwinds and battling sinus issues. Still, each said they loved the experience of seeing the crowds and crossing the finish line.

See below to check on how each runner fared.

Volunteers make the day for Marine Corps Marathon runners

By Jacqueline Feldscher

Published October 26, 2014 at 11:22PM | Updated August 10, 2015 at 12:18PM

Jilanne Doom's expression is one of hope and joy as she approaches the turn to the five mile mark. The Washington, D.C. resident finished in 3:19:12. Photo: Charlie Ban

While many loved the scenic course, crowd support, and near perfect weather, runners at Sunday’s Marine Corps Marathon universally raved about one thing: Marine volunteers who motivated them to cross the finish line.

“The Marines are amazing,” said Addie Thompson, a 24-year-old D.C. resident. “It’s really cool to see them supporting on the sidelines and everyone is so kind at this race, I’ve never experienced a race crew that was just to kind and helpful and supportive.”

Marine Corps Marathon winners make moves on the Mall

By Charlie Ban

Published October 26, 2014 at 1:51PM | Updated August 18, 2015 at 12:39PM

Marine Corps Marathon winner Samuel Kosgei nearing the 17 mile mark in second place. Photo: Charlie Ban

Amid the museums that line the National Mall, Spc. Samuel Kosgei and Capt. Meghan Curran carved out their place in history when they both took leads in the Marine Corps Marathon that they would hold to the finish. Along the way, they both led their respective U.S. Army teams to military marathon team championships.

[button-red url=”http://www.marinemarathon.com/Results/MCM_Results.htm” target=”_self” position=”left”] Results [/button-red]Both races featured strong leads by front runners in the first half. Getachew Asfaw and Colleen Little tried to run away with the race. Little faded after the half and six women were within 70 seconds at mile 17. Curran passed Little in mile 18 but soon found herself facing a daunting 20th and 21st miles crossing the 14th Street Bridge into Crystal City. Little went on to finish in 27th in 3:10:13.

Marine Corps Marathon 2014

By Charlie Ban

Published October 24, 2014 at 8:34PM | Updated August 10, 2015 at 12:21PM

Spectators cheer for family and friends along Jefferson Drive along the National Mall. Photo: Jimmy Daly

Amid the museums that line the National Mall, Spc. Samuel Kosgei and Capt. Meghan Curran carved out their place in history when they both took leads in the Marine Corps Marathon that they would hold to the finish. Along the way, they both led their respective U.S. Army teams to military marathon team championships. Read more

While many loved the scenic course, crowd support, and near perfect weather, runners at Sunday’s Marine Corps Marathon universally raved about one thing: Marine volunteers who motivated them to cross the finish line. Read more

MCM Preview: Jenn Pellegrino

By Charlie Ban

Published October 24, 2014 at 8:32PM | Updated August 10, 2015 at 12:21PM

Jenn Pellegrino

When Jenn Pellegrino starts the Marine Corps Marathon, her mind isn’t going to be on whether she can finish — she’s already done 24, three in the last month.

She also won’t be focusing on time. In fact, she’s making it a point not to rush through the race.

The Least Interesting Thing About George Banker? He’s Running his 100th Marathon

By Erin Masterson

Published October 24, 2014 at 5:38PM | Updated August 10, 2015 at 12:21PM

To pin a label on George Banker, you’d have to get him to slow down first.

He’s a runner, an organizer, a historian, a photographer, a speaker, a joker, a mentor, a problem solver, and whatever else anyone needs him to be.