I listed the results of the dual meets that were called in tonight. They’re down below, but before you take a look, here are my thoughts:

I don’t know if Yorktown’s course is fast, but watch out for Manu Kumar. He set the course record at his home course – 16:09. That’s fast, no matter what course he’s running.

I just got off the phone with Suffern coaches Joe Biddy and Tom McTaggart who were calling in the results of the super seven-team (Suffern, Carmel, Clarkstown South, Lakeland-Panas, White Plains, Mamaroneck, Mahopac) meet at Bear Mountain, 3.0 miles.

McTaggart agreed with me that this mega meet that the feel of an invitational. Kinda like a dry run for the runners to get into the feel of things.

He was really impressed with Gina Talt from Mamaroneck and felt Mahopac’s team improved a lot.

Here are the top 20 finishers.

Boys
1. Mike Pereira (Sf) 16:31; 2. Kevin McKenna (Sf) 16:31; 3. Tyler Frigge (Sf) 16:40; 4. Joe Abel El Latif (M) 16:42; 5. Aidan Galasso (Sf) 16:52; 6. Johnny Mitchell (Sf) 16:55; 7. David Barile (M) 17:06; 8. Lucas Maher© 17:08; 9. Tom Fitzpatrick© 17:08; 10. Mike Dapice (WP) 17:11; 11. Hugh Troeger (Mk) 17:12; 12. Rich Barbera (Sf) 17:15; 13. James McDonough (M) 17:19; 14. Tommy Vandenberg (Mk) 17:21; 15. Brian Broderick (WP) 17:28; 16. Terence Galasso (Sf) 17:30; 17. Brian Namnum (Sf) 17:34; 18. Cullen Soares (Sf) 17:36; 19. Branden Hallas (CS) 17:44; 20. Evan Thompson (Mk) 17:45.
Records — Suffern 9-0, Mahopac 5-1, Carmel 4-2, Mamaroneck 3-3, Clarkstown South 2-4, White Plains 1-5, Lakeland-Panas 0-6.

Girls
1. Shelby Greany (Sf) 18:48; 2. Ursula Svoboda (Sf) 19:44.9; 3. Gina Talt (Mk) 19:47.1; 4. Katie Dibello (M) 20:00.7; 5. Sarah Biggers (LP) 20:16.3; 6. Christa Goldmann (Sf) 20:21.9; 7. Jessica Tobin (CS) 20:22.3; 8. Sophie Maher© 20:28; 9. Carol Dugandzic (Sf) 20:37.8; 10. Ashley Maurer© 20:44.8; 11. Samantha Randazzo (Sf) 20:48.8; 12. Katrina Keegan (M) 20:52; 13. Nicole Tassello (Sf) 20:53.7; 14. Kelly McGuire (WP) 20:55; 15. Rebecca Levy (M) 21:02.2; 16. Molly Gardineer (M) 21:03.9; 17. Sara Hess (Mk) 21:12.6; 18. Melissa Riley (M) 21:19.6; 19. Juli Liporace (Sf) 21:00.3; 20. Kelley Gould© 21:31.2.
Records — Suffern 6-0, Mahopac 5-1, Carmel 4-2, White Plains 3-3, Clarkstown South 2-4, Mamaroneck 1-5, Lakeland-Panas 0-6.

Armorytrack.com’s and my former colleague, Chris Hunt, wrote an article talking about how the changes at Van Cortlandt Park could impact the cross country season. Something to take note of: they are fixing the park in two parts, so as of right now cross country and soccer will not be affected. But it is very likely that in another year or two the construction on the park could overlap and both sides of the park could be under construction at the same time. If that overlapping takes place in the fall then the park would not be able to have any cross country races that year.

 Just something I thought you’d like to know. Be sure to check back later tonight or tomorrow for some updates and info on the dual meet season as it (hopefully) gets under way today.

Another football reference: You can vote for the Gameday Gameface of the week by clicking here.

Also, if you want to watch the first high school football game through live streaming check out that link. The game will start at 6:30 between Brewster and Port Chester. I must say it’s pretty neat and the quality is a lot better than you’d think.

Tomorrow marks the beginning of the cross country season. Here’s a look ahead at the dual meets in store for tomorrow:

It’s official. Runners make the best athletes. Just take a look at how the Ramapo football team started  off  its season -  a 31-19 win over North Rockland. My partner, Tony Pinciaro wrote a story on the game. Normally I wouldn’t post football information on the track blog, but take a look at this:

1. Nick Padilla – 1 catch for 63 yards and a touchdown


2.  Kevin Malivert- 6 rushes for 22 yards, 3 receptions for 86 yards and an interception


3. Ryan Whitley – 19 rushes for 84 yards and 5 for 8 passing for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns


4. Dozie Ezemma -a sack

Those guys are trying to win three straight sectional titles – in three straight seasons. Wow.

Since the cross country season seems like it’s never going to get under way, I suggest checking out this link at armory track. It’s a short video about the Bronxville girls team done by Chris Hunt and Tim Fulton.

They met up with the team as it practiced in Van Cortlandt Park in preparation for the season. Head Coach Jim Mitchell and senior captain Tori Flannery talk about their expectations for the upcoming season, what it’s like training at VCP and Mitchell talks about how this team compares to past ones. It’s definitely worth a look.

Last night was the coaches meeting and there were some interesting points that I figure I’ll bring up here.

Now that you were able to check out the preview articles and my boys’ predictions in the county and the section; I’m going to give you my two cents on what will happen on the girls’ side.

Finally the cross country previews have been released.

My colleague, Matt Ng wrote the girls’ articles. The first is about the success of the Bronxville program.In Rockland, it’s an article about Pearl River’s dynasty. Outside of his two articles, there are his Rockland runners to watch, his Southern/Central Westchester runners to watch and his Northern Westchester runners to keep an eye on. He also raises three questions about the season and his season at a glance.

I focused on the boys side. In Westchester my article talks about Fox Lane’s potentially big season.In Rockland the article focuses on Suffern, Pearl River and North Rockland. Be sure to also check out my Rockland runners to watch, the Souther/Central Westchester runners to watch and the Putnam/Northern Westchester runners to watch. I also raise three questions about the season  and give you a quick look at the season.

Thanks for reading and I’m sure we’ll start seeing everyone this weekend. Good luck this season and be sure to check back here for any more information throughout the season.