Thomas Middle School Boys Cross Country wins state championship
Arlington Heights Thomas Middle schoolboys Cross Country were named state champions in Illinois Elementary School Association Class 4A after a meet held on Oct. 17 at Maxwell Park in Normal.
They dominated the Class 4A, capturing the state title with a low score of 45 points, well ahead of runner-up Lake Zurich North at 192 points. Four of the runners walked away with All-State accolades. The entire team also had personal records set at this course, another amazing milestone.
Members of the Thomas Middle schoolboys Cross Country Team received a police escort to school and took part in a school assembly. (Steph Ryter)
The team members were celebrated with a police escort to school and were part of an all school assembly recognition event.
The Thomas girls team also went down to State and placed seventh. Overall, it was a success for the Middle School.
The IESA State Champion Class 4A Boys Cross Country Team at Thomas Middle School in Arlington Heights. (Steph Ryter)