The Titans had a solid group last year, placing 4 in the top 5 at section finals, and are returning 4 of their varsity 7. After wrestling the title away from Oakland Technical last year, they will be looking to repeat their victory and make it to state for a second straight year. They are led by a solid pack of three boys: Leonardo Brennan (17:48), Jacob Hackett (17:44), and Daniel Perry (17:33). Following them will be fellow returner Bryce Harrison (19:17) as well as cross country some new athletes and some additional junior varsity returners.
Oakland Technical Bulldogs
The Oakland Technical Bulldogs took a major loss this year losing their #1 from last year but the rest of their varsity team is returning. The Bulldogs lost last season by 17 points, but beat the 3rd place team by 66 points. Of their returning team 5 of the 6 are juniors. They are lead by junior Ben Nicholas (17:57, 4:47) who placed 6th at OS finals last year. He is followed by lone senior Nathan Lee (18:58, 5:16).
Athletes to Watch (Full Rankings)
Senior Leonardo Brennan - Skyline (17:48, 10:26, 4:44) - #1 returner in Oakland, placed 3rd at OS finals, Won OS 1600
Senior Jacob Hackett - Skyline (17:44, 10:16, 4:46) - 4th place at cross OS finals, defending 3200 champ
Senior Daniel Perry - Skyline (17:33, 4:33, 2:03) - 3rd fastest 5k time in 2017, fastest 1600 time in 2018, defending 800m champ
Junior Benjamin Nicholas - Technical (18:58, 5:16) - 6th at OS Finals in XC, 2nd at OS Finals Track 1600.
Senior - Alejandro Leon - Oakland Charter (18:21, 5:08) - BACSAC League #1 returner, placed 8th at OS finals last season