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Boys Team-
The 1-3 is spots are virtually a toss-up in terms of comparing times/courses between Alexander, Forsyth Central and Flowery Branch. However, 'The Branch' may have the edge at Carrollton, as Coach Sorrells' teams have a history of pulling out the close ones and peaking on that course. The final podium spot and the 4-8 positions will be an interesting battle to watch. McIntosh's pack running may prove strong enough if Clarkston's #5 falters. Starrs Mill, Allatoona, and Cambridge should be close behind. The final top 10 spots are wide open with 7+ schools having a legitimate shot. Greenbrier and Union Grove historically run well at Carrollton in November and will be looking to upset anyone that has an off day.
Boys Individual-
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Jake Shewbert (1030) with Colton Page just off his shoulder (R) at Coach Wood (pic by Matt Almand)
It should be quite a duel up front Colton Page of Allatoona and Jake Shewbert from Flowery Branch, who have battled earlier this season at Carrollton Orthopedic and Alexander/Asics, with Shewbert taking the win by a second at each venue! Who will be the better 'Mudder' on Saturday? The chase pack should be right on their heels including Braeden Collins of Alexander who will racing for crucial team points for the Cougars. Throw in Sam Bowie of Lagrange (15:33 pr at At&t Panther), Allen Clark from Lakeside Evans (15:37 pr at Sandhills) and Wilson Moore of Chapel Hill (15:58 pr at Clinton Farms) and its going to be quite a race before the course gets too bad. Don't discount frosh Harrison Fultz from Starrs Mill who won the 4-AAAAA Overall at 16:16. Look at the top runners from Region (below) for All-State honors)
| Rank | Time | Athlete/Team | Grade | Meet DatePlace |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15:36.48 | 2017 | ||
| 2 | 15:57.15 | 2017 | ||
| 3 | 16:02.20 | 2016 | ||
| 4 | 16:03.48 | 2017 | ||
| 5 | 16:16.95 | 2019 | ||
| 6 | 16:20.24 | 2017 | ||
| 7 | 16:20.51 | 2017 | ||
| 8 | 16:22.32 | 2018 | ||
| 9 | 16:22.90 | 2018 | ||
| 10 | 16:23.75 | 2017 | ||
| 11 | 16:25.29 | 2016 | ||
| 12 | 16:25.75 | 2018 | ||
| 13 | 16:28.34 | 2018 | ||
| 14 | 16:28.48 | 2016 | ||
| 15 | 16:30.17 | 2016 | ||
| 16 | 16:32.39 | 2016 | ||
| 17 | 16:36.32 | 2019 | ||
| 18 | 16:36.48 | 2017 | ||
| 19 | 16:38.04 | 2016 | ||
| 20 | 16:38.66 | 2017 | ||
| 21 | 16:38.95 | 2016 | ||
| 22 | 16:40.90 | 2016 | ||
| 23 | 16:40.98 | 2017 | ||
| 24 | 16:41.40 | 2016 | ||
| 25 | 16:42.27 | 2016 |