I think this is a tough one. Weini has been nearly undefeated, but she did get beat by the Wisconsin runner in a big upset. Also, she is known for having a weak kick. If Jessica Hull were to stick it out and hang with her, she could kick it out for the win. But, Allie Ostrander just run 19:09 and is all around really strong.
FloTrack did a preview, and I agree when they say there's 6-7 girls who could potentially win this thing.
Who's your pick?
Allie O, Alicia Monson, and Anna Rohrer for your top three in that order
AllieO wins her first of two CC titles. Along with her 4th place and runner-up she will probably be the second most successful female cross runner in NCAA history (behind Kipyego's three titles)
Can you actually bet this?
I’m rooting for Allie O. I say Weini K. gets 2nd, Edna Kurgat 3rd, Alicia Monson for 4th. It really could be so many in any order. Will be a great race for sure. I hope Allie didn’t push too hard last weekend. If there ends up being snow, that could definitely shake things up.
In all likelihood Kelati, hopefully Jones or Ostrander. Kurgat wins the masters division.
I didn’t see a post on Flotrack about this? Unless it’s not showing up because im trying to view it on my phone... link please if anyone sees it.
Gosh, I don't know...probably some 28 year old freshman from Kenya
here you go, it's mostly audio
https://www.flotrack.org/articles/6267503-house-of-run-ncaa-sleepers-and-storylines
I think Kelati has shown to be on another level this season, but Allie O. threw down at regionals is seems to have the ability to latch onto a front runner and keep contact.
Not sure if that will lead to a win but I could see Allie and Kelati separating from the chase pack fairly early. A lot of other front runners might be worried about blowing up and play it conservative, but after Boise state lost to New Mexico twice and Oregon once by the slimmest of margins, I'm thinking they will run very aggressive. If Allie had beaten Kurgat or Prouse at Mountain West, Boise would have won.
So unless Kelati REALLY gets after it early, I think Allie will latch onto her no matter what. I don't think she will beat Kelati this time, but I think she needs to beat Kurgat for Boise to win.
will that pace take the 1500m runners out of it? I'm thinking so, but am not counting Jones. She took the regional easy and it could pay dividends, especially since Allie and Kelati ran hard.
I have Kelati for the win, Allie 4-6 seconds back for 2nd and Jones another 6-8 seconds back followed closely by Kurgat.
Great interview with Steve Cram - says Jakob has no chance of WRs this year
I’m a D2 female runner. Our coach explicitly told us not to visit LetsRun forums.
RENATO can you talk about the preparation of Emile Cairess 2:06
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