New York, NY - It was a more relaxed feel at the Stanner Games this year, without Edward Cheserek setting any national records like last year. But there was still quality in the masses, with one girl and one boys a piece having very notable performances.
For the girls, Emma Gallagher (Garden City) unleashed a performance in the 600m that threatened a national record. Her mark of 1:30.97 is US #18 All-Time, as well as NY #3 All-Time for a sophomore. Gallagher already holds the 8th and freshmen state record for the event, but the Sophmore and Junio record are something special. Those marks equal the US #2 and #3 All-Time marks, both sub-1:30. Gallagher is sure on the path to nabbing each, which is not an easy accomplishment. Also running well was Jazmine Fray of Kellenberg, who went US #3 in the 1000m, running 2:55.77.
For the boys, Sibby Hanson (Arlington) put on a show in the 3200m. Running amidst the pack, Hanson pulled out an extra kick in the last 200m to take US #2 in the event. Behind him was Shoreham-Wading River's Ryan Udvadia, who went US #7 in 9:22.
Highlights
Gallagher's eyes are on the clock, as she crosses the line in the 600m.
Hanson battled with reigning state champ Kris Moran of North Babylon in the 3200m.
Caroline Brown of Holy Trinity kicks it in the Girls' Invite Mile, winning in 5:07
A near photo finish in the boys 1000m.
A tight start in the girls 3000m, a race Gianna Frontera would go on to win.
Dan Galford of Monsignor Farrell throws his hands over the line, after winning the invite mile.
Jonathan Greenwood of Freeport hits the line in the 1000m, winning in 1:20.7