The Ray and San Manuel cross country teams started their seasons last week.
The Bearcats competed at the Payson Multiple Invitational last Wednesday while the Miners hosted Pusch Ridge, Tanque Verde, The Gregory School, Ft. Thomas, and Tohono O’Odham, also last Wednesday, Aug. 29.
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Gilbert Pinedo heads in for a first place finish for San Manuel. Photo by Apuron Photography
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Teaha Dockum runs X Country for San Manuel. Photo by Margaret Schofield
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Sean Strand competes for Miner X Country. Photo by Margaret Schofield