Milton Eagles boys XC team runs to the top as state champions
MILTON, Ga. — The Milton High School boys’ cross-country team clinched their second state title in the 5A classification, marking their first championship since 2017. The Lady Eagles also delivered a commendable performance, finishing 7th out of 24 schools. The boys and girls鈥� team comprised 142 runners this year!
In cross-country, each team’s score is determined by adding the finishing positions of its top five runners鈥攖he lower the total, the better the team鈥檚 performance. For instance, if a team’s runners finish 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, and 9th, their score would be 27 points. The team with the lowest score wins the meet. Additionally, the 6th and 7th runners, while not contributing directly to the team’s score, play a strategic role by potentially displacing opposing runners, thereby increasing competitors’ scores.
The Eagles secured their path to championship victory with a total of 61 points, significantly ahead of the favored Clark Central, which scored 119 points. This substantial lead was achieved by Milton’s top five runners all finishing within the top 26 out of 172 participants, effectively placing all their scoring runners ahead of Clark Central鈥檚 third finisher. Pope High School finished third with 164 points.
Key Contributions
- Justin Sevel (Senior Captain): Finished 7th with a time of 16:43.
- Everett Lawder (Junior): Close behind in 8th place, clocking 16:46.
- Will Chambers (Sophomore): Secured 13th place with a time of 17:05.
- Jayin Batra (Junior): Finished 17th, recording 17:15.
- Aviv Oshri (Senior): Completed the scoring in 26th place with a time of 17:29.
Notably, junior Ryan Greathouse and senior captain Robert Claypoole also delivered strong performances, finishing 49th and 51st respectively, further solidifying the team’s dominant position.
Milton鈥檚 practice trail is known as one of the most difficult to run in the state and it is open to the community for all to enjoy if you are brave enough to tie up your laces and head out for a run. This championship win marks Milton’s second state championship in the cross-country team’s success which is a testament to their dedication, strategic racing, and the depth of talent across all grade levels.
Congratulations to the Eagles Boys XC on their outstanding accomplishment!
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