Of course it's time to make entirely too early predictions for Virginia XC this year. I'm interested in what you guys think will happen, especially since the Drew Hunter/Weini Kelati era is now over.
On the girls side, Lake Braddock will probably dominate again, as they're returning 5, including Kate Murphy. Blacksburg could pose a threat especially at NXN. Individually, Kate Murphy will probably take the state title but Rachel McArthur could steal it, depending on how she trains this year and if she stays injury free.
On the boys side, Loudon County will probably find a way to regroup after losing Drew, especially with the Hunters as their coaches. The Lake Braddock boys lost a ton of seniors but who knows, they could slip in too. Individually, the state title could go to anyone, but keep an eye out for Micah Pratt, Waleed Suliman, and Grant Northcutt. I don't see any team contenders for NXN but a few possible individuals.
Anyways, regardless of how meaningless these predictions are, I would like to hear yours.