Top 5 Teams To Watch
1. Kaneland: Knights should be a major factor in Class 2A state finals behind superlative relays and consistent production in the six field events. Knights are the defending 3,200 relay champions and runner-up in 1,600 relay.
2. Waubonsie Valley: Warriors will battle Neuqua Valley for Upstate Eight Conference supremacy behind triple-jump state contender James Travis, thrower John Harris, sprinter Tony Durns and hurdler Tyler Kirkwood.
3. Geneva: Vikings’ collective strength is ability to double-score at major meets in multiple events. Sprinter Tim Roels is the unquestioned senior leader.
4. Marmion: Cadets are once again prohibitive favorites to defend Suburban Christian Conference championship behind All-State 800 runner Kevin Grahovec and long sprinter Tyler Maryanski.
5. Batavia: Bulldogs enter season with high expectations after a promising indoor campaign. Batavia has depth across the board, especially in 1,600 with Chris Orlow and Ryan Wieties.
Top 20 Individuals
Luis Acosta, Sr., middle distance, Kaneland.
Kyle Carter, Sr., middle distance, Kaneland.
Tony Durns, Jr., sprints, Waubonsie Valley.
Nate Dyer, Sr., throws, Kaneland.
Desmond Gant, Sr., sprints, East Aurora.
Kevin Grahovec, Sr., middle distance, Marmion.
John Harris, Sr., throws, Waubonsie Valley.
Jake Hoffert, Jr., distance, Yorkville.
Luke Hoffert, Jr., distance, Yorkville.
Tyler Kirkwood, So., hurdles, Waubonsie Valley.
Nathaniel Kucera, Sr., middle distance, Kaneland.
Patrick Lefevre, Jr., hurdles, Aurora Central Catholic.
Tyler Maryanski, Sr., middle distance, jumps, Marmion.
Connor McCue, So., distance, West Aurora.
Dylan Nauert, Sr., sprints, hurdles, Kaneland.
Chris Orlow, Jr., distance, Batavia.
Tim Roels, Sr., sprints, Geneva.
James Travis, Sr., jumps, Waubonsie Valley.
Nolan Tweedy, Sr., distance, Yorkville.
Ryan Wieties, Jr., distance, Batavia.
— Compiled by Kevin McGavin
