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The varsity boys team was eager to pose after their race upon finding out they were going to the states championship race.

Gables’ Cross Country Team Propels Themselves Past Regionals

Santiago Rodriguez, Staff Writer Nov 18, 2024

At the crack of dawn, Tropical Park became visible as it began to be filled by cross country teams from Miami and Broward. Runners had to wake up earlier than usual, setting their alarms to make it to...

Athletes of the short-distance squad sprint down the track, fighting off the resistance bands that their partners have secured.

Gables Track & Field Nears their Season Debut

Santiago Rodriguez, Staff Writer Feb 11, 2024

Entering late January, the Coral Gables track and field team has already began to prepare for this season. A group of devoted runners and fielders work to condition, stay in shape and improve their form....

Senior Catalina Quinteros stands proudly at cross country regionals. She cherishes the moments that have brought her to her final races of the season.

Catalina Quinteros Says Goodbye to Gables Cross-Country After a Long Tenure

Kate Kuryla, Staff Writer Nov 16, 2023

Running since she was seven-years-old, senior Catalina Quinteros knows what it feels like to cross the finish line after a tough race. Inspired by her parents' athleticism, Quinteros has always harbored...

The girls take a picture before the start of their race. Captain Catalina Quinteros motivated the girls with a few words, which raised their moods.

Gables Cross Country Runs at Lightning Speed

Yara Korse, Staff Writer Oct 4, 2023

Pushing themselves past the heat, the Coral Gables Senior High School cross country team anticipated a course that was unfamiliar to most of the runners with the exception of some juniors and seniors....

Sophomore Avril Donner opens her stride as she finishes the last stretch of the race. She placed first in the race, leading the rest of her team.

Cross Country Attends their Season Opener at MAST Academy

Yara Korse, Staff Writer Sep 2, 2023

Until the suffering begins, runners visualize their times with an anxious mind. The starting gun cracks; nerves are released only to be replaced by heaving breathing and long strides. Enduring their pre-season...

Varsity runner Reese Durand-Hernandez stretches after running a 5k. The cross country team completes static stretches to recover properly and avoid fatigue.

Gables Cross Country Strides Into the Scorching New Season

Luke Savage, Staff Writer Aug 10, 2023

A dedicated group of Coral Gables Senior High runners race against time and the oppressive sun whilst the impending start of the Cross-Country season rounds the corner. Since Aug. 2, returning athletes...

The Gables cross country girls lined up on the starting line about to begin the race.

Cavaliers’ Cross Country Girls Speed to States

Ava Cosgrove, Staff Writer Nov 17, 2021

After a long season of hard work and perseverance, the girls cross country season has finally come to an end with the top seven varsity girls competing at States this past week under the 4A category for...

Cavalier varsity girls and boys cross country teams place first team at their meet in Ives Estates Park.

Gables Varsity Cross Country Team Sprints to Victory

Maria Odio, Staff Writer Sep 27, 2021

Coral Gables Senior High is the home of a reputable cross country team that just two years ago went all the way to the Florida State Championships. This cross country season, the varsity team sprinted...

The boys varsity cross country team doing their cool-down jog on the Coral Gables Senior High track.

A Rundown of the Cavalier Cross Country Team

Ava Cosgrove, Staff Writer Sep 16, 2021

Heading into the new year, the Cavalier cross country team has gotten a running start by training beginning in early August and practices being held five days a week. The team is divided into three...

Cavan Wilson celebrates his victory alongside his two coaches.

Athlete of the Week and State Champion: Cavan Wilson

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor May 14, 2018

On the week of May 6 through May 13, senior Cavan Wilson was awarded Athlete of the Week honors for his efforts at the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Track and Field Championships. However,...

Desiree Linden crosses the Boston Marathon finish line, becoming the first American female winner in 33 years.

A Run for History: Boston Marathon 2018

Ana Capiro, Spanish Editor Apr 19, 2018

The 122nd Boston Marathon proved to be a race led by strong female athletes. Five years after the tragic bombing, the city of Boston and runners everywhere have grown stronger and more fearless. Over 30,000...

Gables competes versus Miami Sunset Senior High School in the 4x400 relay.

Lead the Pack! Run Track!

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor Apr 1, 2018

Track and Field is an ancient sport with a remarkable history and a unique origin. Centered around the skills of running, jumping and throwing, the name of this sport is derivative of the typical sports...

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