RETURNER XC RANKINGS: MHSAA 3A Boys
The upcoming MHSAA 3A Boys Cross Country Championships are expected to be nothing short of a thrilling spectacle. As early predictions surface, one fact remains abundantly clear - rising senior Jack Hewes and his Saint Patrick High School teammates are set to dominate the scene.
The Reigning Champion: Jack Hewes
Hewes, a highly decorated athlete, already has three MHSAA 3A individual titles under his belt. Renowned for his performance on the track and in cross country, he boasts impressive lifetime bests of 4:32 in the 1600m and 15:52 in the 5K(XC).
The 2023 MHSAA 3A Cross Country Championships are likely to follow a similar trend. Hewes, who is the reigning individual Champion, is anticipated to headline the event. Despite missing a portion of the 2022 season due to an injury, he was still able to achieve a season-best of 16:14, outstripping his nearest competitors by over a minute.
His athletic prowess extends beyond cross country. Hewes effortlessly pulled off the 800m-1600m double at the 2023 MHSAA 3A Track and Field Championships, where he also played a crucial role in securing victory for the 4x800m relay. He narrowly missed out on first place in the 3200m race, coming in as the runner-up.
The Depth of the Saint Patrick Fighting Irish
However, the victor of the 3200m race is another Saint Patrick's athlete to watch - Tristan Davis. Davis, who also serves as Hewes' teammate, is entering the 2023 Cross Country season as the No. 2 runner in MHSAA 3A.
The Saint Patrick Fighting Irish don't just bank on these two athletes. Three more runners from their squad feature in the top eight, solidifying their varsity five ranking within this elite group. With such a formidable line-up, it appears that they will defend their MHSAA 3A title with relative ease.
As the championships approach, the anticipation builds. Only time will reveal if early predictions will hold true, but one thing is certain - the MHSAA 3A Boys Cross Country Championships are shaping up to be an unforgettable race.