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The Case High School Girls Cross Country Team has achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the WIAA State Cross Country Championships for only the second time in 30 years. With a strong season record, including significant placements at recent meets, the team exemplifies dedication and hard work. Senior captain Grace Neumann and other standout runners have earned accolades for their impressive performances. The guidance of Coach Mike DeWitt has been pivotal in their success. This year marks a significant moment in the team’s legacy, promising a bright future for cross country at Case High School.

Historic Moments for Case High School Girls Cross Country Team!

The excitement is palpable in Racine, Wisconsin, as the Case High School Girls Cross Country Team proudly secured their spot at the WIAA State Cross Country Championships! This remarkable achievement took place in Wisconsin Rapids during the first weekend of November 2024, marking only the second time in the last three decades the team qualified for this prestigious event.

A Journey Through the Years

For fans of the team, this year was truly groundbreaking. The last time the girls raced at state was in 2018, which followed nearly 20 years since they first made the cut back in 1995. With such a long history, watching the team evolve into a contender has been a delight for both the players and their supporters.

In the thrilling state competition, Case’s girls finished 20th overall, which adds another proud chapter to a season that ended with a total of 59 wins and only 34 losses. Let’s not forget their impressive run in the last three meets before heading to state, finishing with a stellar 22-4 record!

Highlights of a Stellar Season

This year’s season saw some standout performances that resonate with achievement and success. The team showcased their potential by clinching a fabulous second place at both the Southeast Conference Meet and the Sectional Meet hosted right at Case High School. Not too shabby for a group that has been working hard to carve their niche in cross country!

Led by their captain, Senior Grace Neumann dominated the field, besting 88.4% of her competitors throughout the season. She was closely followed by another talented senior, Lilly Reaume, who wrapped up the season with an impressive 85.4% record. Freshman Emma Barnes also made her mark, finishing with an outstanding 83% win record, proving that the future of this team is bright.

All three young women earned coveted All-Southeast Conference (SEC) 1st Team Awards and All-County 1st Team honors. Such accolades emphasize just how much hard work and dedication they’ve shown and the level of competition they overcame.

Don’t count out the others! Junior Camila Aquino and freshman Kinzie Feest stepped up to the plate too, finishing with records of 72.5% and 70.4% respectively. Thanks to their commendable contributions, they also earned Honorable Mention in the SEC Awards and joined the All-County Team.

Set for Success with Coach DeWitt

Central to their journey has been the steadfast guidance of Coach Mike DeWitt, who has over four decades of coaching experience under his belt. He has always stressed the importance of summer training, noting that getting up for practice at 6:45 AM sets the stage for a successful championship season. The hard work put in by the team during those early mornings clearly paid off, with athletes drawing motivation from past successes to carry them through pivotal moments.

The team philosophy echoes through the runners, emphasizing tradition, patient development, and consistent training — all crucial elements for maximizing each runner’s ability during major competitions. As a result, the program has been steadily building a foundation for success since DeWitt took the helm in 2018.

A Bright Future for Boys Cross Country

The boys’ cross country team at Case High School also demonstrated promise, finishing 9th at the Sectional Meet. Freshmen Cale Elcano and Graham Barbee led the charge, with Elcano garnering an All-SEC Honorable Mention and 1st Team All-County honors, while Barbee earned 2nd Team All-County recognition. Their accomplishments show that Case High School is a powerhouse for budding athletes.

With such thrilling performances and milestones, the Case High School Girls Cross Country Team has truly made this season one for the history books. Here’s hoping their momentum continues to soar in years to come!

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