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Greenville’s Ty Jones and Ava Lindsey earn the prestigious title of Gatorade Runners of the Year for 2024-25. Their remarkable achievements in cross country exemplify dedication and excellence in the sport. Ty’s incredible speed and Ava’s outstanding accomplishments make them inspiring figures for future athletes. Both have been recognized for their talents and are set for bright futures in running.

Exciting Times in Greenville: Ty Jones and Ava Lindsey Named Gatorade Runners of the Year!

Greenville, South Carolina is buzzing with excitement as two standout athletes, Ty Jones and Ava Lindsey, have just been crowned the 2024-25 Gatorade Runners of the Year! These talented runners have shown enormous dedication and skill in cross country, earning them this prestigious recognition.

Triumphant Ty Jones

Meet Ty Jones, a senior at Riverside High School, who has had an incredible year on the cross country scene. In November, he clinched the title of Class AAAAA Division 2 boys cross country state champion with a phenomenal time of 15:54.19 in the 5,000 meters. But that’s not all—Jones also showed his prowess at the Bob Jenkins Classic in Clover, outrunning his competition to capture the top spot in the international division!

Ty’s consistently outstanding performances are hard to ignore. His impressive speed was on full display when he clocked the fastest time of the season in South Carolina at the Starlight Invitational in Greer, finishing the race with a jaw-dropping time of 15:03.43. His achievements have not gone unnoticed, as Jones recently put pen to paper, officially signing with Furman University on National Signing Day. What an exciting opportunity for this young athlete!

Amazing Ava Lindsey

Now let’s shine the spotlight on Ava Lindsey, a sophomore sensation from the Greenville Hurricanes homeschool team. Lindsey lit up the competition at the Starlight Invitational, winning in an impressive time of 17:24.29. This remarkable feat not only earned her victory but also secured her place in history as she recorded the fourth-fastest time for a high school girls cross country runner in South Carolina. Talk about making a mark!

Lindsey has been on a roll this season, demonstrating her talent at several events. She took home the title at the Bob Jenkins Coaches Classic in Clover, where she competed against a whopping 249 runners. Ava’s victory list doesn’t end there; she also triumphed in the Ed Boehmke Greenville County Championships, dazzled at the Lake Murray Invitational in Columbia, and crossed the finish line first at the Eye Opener in Spartanburg. What an impressive set of accomplishments!

Though Lindsey’s incredible determination was evident at the Foot Locker South Regional in Charlotte, where she finished 14th among her competitors, it’s unfortunate that she couldn’t participate in the SCHSL state championships due to her being homeschooled. Regardless, her performance this season has been nothing short of inspiring!

A Bright Future Ahead

Both of these remarkable athletes were honored by being selected for the highly coveted 2024-25 All-Upstate Cross Country Team. Their dedication, hard work, and skill set them apart and serve as a glowing example for aspiring runners in the community.

With Ty Jones heading off to Furman University and Ava Lindsey continuing her journey as a high school athlete, the future looks incredibly bright for these two young stars. Here’s hoping that they continue to break records and inspire others in the world of cross country for many years to come. Keep an eye on these talented runners, as they are definitely ones to watch!

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