10/22/2026 8:07:00 AM | Cross Country, General
The McCallie Cross Country team continued its impressive run of dominance on October 20, capturing its 12th consecutive area championship at the Front Runner Area Championship hosted by Baylor School.
In a thrilling finish, the Blue Tornado placed five runners in the top 10 to finish with 29 points, edging rival Baylor by just one point to secure another area title.
Senior Drew Beroset led the way for McCallie, claiming the individual championship with an outstanding time of 15:06 on the 5K course. Beroset's first-place finish set the tone for a strong team performance that ultimately made the difference in the narrow victory.
McCallie's depth proved crucial, with four additional runners earning top-10 finishes. Max Rekate crossed the line in fourth place, followed by Niko Wilkinson in sixth, Rhensler Hubbard in eighth, and Miles Kirksey in 10th.
Sam Holt, Ruffner Hill, and Niyam Tejani also competed for the Blue Tornado, contributing to the team's championship effort.
The McCallie junior varsity squad also turned in a strong performance, finishing second overall with 47 points. Four JV runners placed among the top 13, highlighted by sophomore Ford Price, who captured first place individually.
The championship marks another milestone for the McCallie Cross Country program, extending an incredible streak of 12 straight area titles. With a one-point victory over Baylor, the Blue Tornado once again demonstrated the depth, consistency, and competitive spirit that have defined the program's sustained success.
