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Russell's Gruber Takes First in Hoisington

Published on Sunday, 02 September 2018 17:00

Written by Mike McKenna

The Russell High School cross country team got its season started on a high note on Saturday, Sept. 1 in Hoisington.

Hannah Gruber won the girls varsity race with a time of 22:37.

In the boys varsity run, Bobby Rhodes placed sixth with a 19:53. Sam Ochs ran a 22:39, but did not medal.

Camille Dortland took first in the girls junior varsity race with a 23:41. On the boys side, Caleb Powers was third with a time of 23:24.

Russell travels to Quinter on Thursday, Sept. 6. Races begin at 4:30pm.