The Wayzata Trojans’ cross-country teams showcased exceptional performances at the MSHSL Class AAA State Cross Country Championships on November 2, 2024. The girls’ team won the Class AAA State Championship, while the boys’ team secured an impressive second-place finish, affirming Wayzata’s prominence in Minnesota high school cross-country.
Girls’ Team – Class AAA State Champions
The Wayzata girls brought home the Class AAA State Championship title with strong individual efforts that solidified their team lead:
- Maddie Gullickson took the runner-up spot with an outstanding personal record of 17:48.3.
- Lila Golomb placed fifth, crossing the line at 18:04.8.
- Jazleen Malherek-Osorio and Miley Clark earned crucial points, finishing in 10th and 13th, with times of 18:37.3 and 18:42.3, respectively.
- Julia Link rounded out the scoring for the Trojans, taking 26th with a personal best of 18:56.5.
Boys’ Team – 2nd Place in Class AAA
The Wayzata boys took home a second-place finish in the Class AAA State Championships, delivering a powerful team performance:
- Will Weber led the team with a fourth-place finish, recording a season-best of 15:30.6.
- Alex Haag contributed with an eighth-place result, setting a personal record of 15:48.6.
- Connor Viera and Blake Knutson finished 31st and 32nd with personal bests of 16:21.4 and 16:21.5, respectively.
- Matthew Jenneke completed the scoring five in 78th place, with a time of 16:43.8.
The Wayzata cross-country teams have a storied tradition of excellence, cementing their legacy as one of Minnesota’s powerhouse programs. The boys’ team has captured an impressive 13 state championships, with titles spanning across three decades, including back-to-back wins in 1992 and 1993, as well as recent victories in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Meanwhile, the girls’ team has also built a formidable record, claiming six state titles of their own, with championships in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2022, and 2023. Both teams’ longstanding success is a testament to Wayzata’s dedication to building elite athletes and fostering a competitive spirit that has kept them at the forefront of Minnesota high school cross-country for years.