Cross Country places first in first race

Jackson Bracknell, Editor-in-Chief|October 6, 2018

The girls cross country team meet before their race on Sept. 29 at Bells Mill park.

On Saturday, Ocean Lakes cross country boys and girls took home first place in the Southeastern District Invitational meet in Chesapeake. Senior Tyler Lipps placed first and senior Will Spollen placed third. Being the first race of the year, the team still has a long season ahead.

The team also placed second in RVA relays, according to Tyler.

Cross Country boys pose after their win at Bells Mill Park on Sept. 29. Photo by Alexis Jones

“I have high hopes for the rest of the season,” said Tyler.

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Formerly Ocean Lakes first online copy editor, editor-in-chief Jackson is a senior who enjoys the outdoors. He likes fishing, hiking, and camping. Jackson...

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Cailan Juhas • Jan 8, 2019 at 9:51 am

I appreciate you writing this article. The runners love to see it.

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