This week on the DELCO XC Podcast, we dive into one of cross country’s most overlooked truths — it’s a team sport through and through.
From PIAA District 1, District 12, and the PA Independent State Championships, we break down how chemistry, trust, and execution decide who’s heading to Hershey.
We talk Haverford’s dangerously confident run, Penncrest’s breakout performance, and Marple’s Julian Bothma’s moment of joy, before heading over to Belmont Plateau to unpack Episcopal Academy’s historic finish, Agnes Irwin’s podium push, and Notre Dame’s surprise top-5 at PAISAA.
Add in a few laughs, a shot at ChatGPT’s “predictions,” and some love for the runners who just missed the cut — and you’ve got a full plate of district drama, DELCO pride, and the road to the land of chocolate 🍫.
Buckle up, tie those spikes tight, and get ready to be dangerously confident.
Three championship races. One massive weekend.
In this episode of the Delco XC Podcast, we dive into the biggest week of the season — the District 1, District 12, and PA Independent State Championships.
With tickets to Hershey and state titles on the line, we break down, with a little bit of help from my friend, AI, every storyline, matchup, and athlete to watch across all three championships.
We’ve got you covered with:
🌎 The Big Picture — Why this weekend defines Pennsylvania cross country
🏆 The Team Races — Can Lower Merion, North Penn, and Penn Charter finish the job?
👟 The Individual Showdown — Mazzeo, Landis, Gosling, and the Delco firepower chasing gold
🔦 The Delco Spotlight — Haverford, Penncrest, and Episcopal Academy taking center stage
💭 Predictions & Bold Takes — Who’s ready for Hershey… and who might fall short?
From Lehigh to Belmont , the championship chaos is about to unfold — and it’s going to be epic.
The forecast called for rain, but the cross country gods had other plans! In this week’s episode of the DELCO XC Podcast, Kevin Kee dives deep into League Championship week — where the conditions were perfect, the competition fierce, and the races unforgettable.
From Conestoga’s dominance at Rose Tree Park to Lower Merion’s Mazzeo brothers, and Penn Charter’s Inter-Ac sweep, this episode covers every major storyline across Delco and beyond.
We break down every league:
🏃♀️ Central League Championships — Tubbs, Smith, and Gaffney shine in a field full of grit.
🏃♂️ Central League Boys — Lower Merion’s 1–2 Mazzeo finish and depth that threatens anyone come Districts.
🏁 Inter-Acs at Belmont Plateau — Penn Charter’s girls put on a masterclass; Episcopal rolls as the boys’ champs.
🔥 Del Val — Penn Wood’s girls and boys put together statement performances and program-defining runs.
⛪ Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) — Nazareth’s depth and Katie Sautter’s individual brilliance headline a competitive PCL weekend (girls & boys recaps included).
📣 BAL Championships — full coverage of the BAL races and the key storylines you need heading into postseason (team performances, breakout athletes, and who’s trending up).
Grab your spikes — we’re reliving every surge, every finish, and every moment that made championship week one for the books. Play-by-play breakdowns, top-10 rundowns, and my takes on who to watch at Districts and States.
Oh, it’s that time of year again — the weather’s getting cooler, and so are the athletes! Welcome back to the DELCO XC Podcast with your host Kevin Kee, breaking down everything you need to know heading into League Championship Week across Delaware County and beyond.
From the Inter-Ac to the Central League, the PCL, BAL, and DEL Val, Kevin dives deep into every matchup, rivalry, and upset alert on the board. Who’s ready to own their league? Who’s peaking at the perfect time? And yes — a little DELCO bias might sneak in along the way.
With insights, predictions, and plenty of energy, this episode captures everything we love about high school cross country in Pennsylvania.
🏆 Rivalries are alive.
🔥 Spoilers are waiting.
💪 It’s time to OWN YOUR LEAGUE!
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What a week it was for DELCO Cross Country! From Kendra Williamson rewriting history with the fastest 5K in county history, to dominant team wins across Paul Short, Souderton Twilight, and William Tennant — DELCO showed up big. We break down record runs, school milestones, and the squads making noise as championship season heats up. Tune in as we spotlight Kendra’s historic 17:04, Ridley’s record-setting day, Agnes Irwin’s team victory, Radnor’s Twilight triumph, and Marple flexing at William Tennant. It’s all here in another packed week of DELCO XC!
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It was a massive day at the DELCO Cross Country Championships! Tune in for a full breakdown of the action, where the Haverford boys ran away with a dominant team victory. But the biggest story of the day belongs to the Episcopal Academy girls, who captured their first-ever DELCO Championship team title! We cover the standout individual performances, the key team scores, and what this historic win means for DELCO cross country. Don't miss this one!
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DELCO XC Podcast – DELCO Championships Preview (9/27/25 at Rose Tree Park)
It’s championship week in Delaware County! Join us as we preview the 2025 DELCO Cross Country Championships at historic Rose Tree Park on Saturday, September 27th.
Race Schedule:
12:30 pm Boys/ Girls MS 3K Race Combined--- NEW FOR 2025 (6th-7th-8th graders ONLY)
1:00 pm Girls and Boys Novice -- unlimited number, but 9th and 10th graders only.(Top 5 girls, top 5 boys)
1:45 pm Girls Junior Varsity (unlimited number) (top 8)
2:30 pm Boys Junior Varsity (unlimited number) (top 8)
3:15 pm Girls Varsity (7 runners max per school) (top 20)
4:00 pm Boys Varsity (7 runners max per school) (top 20)
We’re joined by special guests Coach Tom Kennedy and Coach Bill Coren, who share their most memorable DELCO Championship moments and break down everything you need to know heading into this year’s varsity races. From team battles to individual standouts, this is your full guide to one of the most exciting meets of the season!
The regular season is over, and it's time to talk championships! In this episode, we're recapping the final major invitationals before the big one, including the Whippets Invitational, George School Invite, Foundation Invitational, and Adidas XC Challenge. We'll break down how local runners performed and discuss the major takeaways. Then, with just days to go, we're diving deep into the final Delaware County team rankings, giving you our predictions for who will be on top at the DELCO Championships!
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On this special mini-segment of the DELCO XC Podcast, Kevin shares his drive-to-work reflections on the state of Delaware County cross country. With big races on the horizon, he asks one simple but important question: Where are all the 5Ks?
We’re less than two weeks away from the DELCO Championships—and there’s still no clear favorite on either the boys’ or girls’ side. This week, Belmont Plateau’s Briarwood Invitational gave us grit, history, and breakout performances from Marple Newtown, Springfield, and Strath Haven. Meanwhile, Agnes Irwin dominated the Cougar 5K in Exton, and Interboro made its case in DelVal. Join me for a full breakdown of every DELCO runner and team performance as we look ahead to league meets and invitationals before the big showdown.
This weekend, DELCO cross country was everywhere — and we’ve got it all covered in one jam-packed episode! Host Kevin Kee breaks down three major meets: the Unionville 2-Mile Bash, the Abington Invitational, and PTXC 16.
On the girls’ side, Episcopal’s Kendra Williamson smashed a meet record, Garnet Valley’s Avery Lustgarten completed a perfect Unionville sweep, and the Agnes Irwin girls brought home a championship. On the boys’ side, Haverford showed why they’re #1 in DELCO, Episcopal and Penn Wood flexed at Abington, and Marple Newtown and Strath Haven made noise at PTXC.
We close out with updated DELCO XC team rankings, highlighting who’s hot right now and who to watch as the season heats up. Whether you’re a runner, a fan, or just proud of DELCO, this episode has the results, stories, and energy you need!
Join host Kevin Kee for a new episode of the DELCO Cross Country Podcast!
This week, Kevin shares some big news: he's the new assistant coach for the girls' program at Lower Merion High School, and he explains how this means more access to your favorite DELCO runners and coaches.
We break down the Oakbourne Relays, celebrating the impressive depth of the Strath Haven boys and the thrilling battle between the Penncrest and Garnet Valley girls.
Then, we preview Week 1 of the cross country season, covering where DELCO teams will be competing:
Unionville 2-Mile Bash: Featuring the Strath Haven boys and Episcopal girls.
Mill Street Run: Look for Interboro.
Abington Invitational: With Agnes Irwin, O'Hara, Chester, Carroll, and the Episcopal boys.
PTXC: The Marple Newtown and Strath Haven girls will be on the line.
Plus, Kevin shares his unique perspective on the benefits of the Unionville 2-Mile Bash's grade-separated format. Don't miss it!
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🎙️ DELCO XC Podcast – Season 3, Episode 3 🏃♂️🔥
We’re back with a full breakdown of Week 0 in Delaware County XC! Penncrest, Ridley, Garnet Valley, and Strath Haven all lined up at the Oakbourne Relays hosted by West Chester Henderson, and we’ve got all the early takeaways.
In segment two, we touch on some big national news: Foot Locker Nationals officially closing its doors this year after decades as one of the sport’s most iconic meets.
Then in segment three, DELCO legend Greg Thomas returns to the mic! We dive into the unique challenges coaches and athletes face when balancing the pressures of leading a top team or chasing greatness as an individual — and how to best set up everyone for success.
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In this episode, we break down how summer training shapes the future of cross country success — especially for those making the leap from freshman promise to sophomore stardom.
We start by diving into the importance of consistent summer mileage, smart workouts, and building a base that carries athletes through the fall. Then, we shift focus to the top sophomore sensations in Delaware County, highlighting the names you’ll want to remember when the gun goes off this season.
And we’re not doing it alone — guest host Greg Thomas rejoins us for this hour-long deep dive, bringing his insight and energy back to the mic. From long runs in the heat to early morning track sessions, we show how the work put in during the off-season transforms potential into performance.
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🎙️ Season 3 Premiere – DELCO XC Podcast 🏃♂️🏃♀️
We’re back! Kicking off Season 3 with a bang as we dive into Way Too Early Predictions for the DELCO Championships on September 27th. Who are the top returners to watch this fall? Who could surprise us? We break it all down and set the stage for what’s shaping up to be an electric cross country season in Delaware County.
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Let’s get this season rolling!
On this episode I recap a historical DELCO T&F State Championship meet!
Congratulations to all athletes!
Preview and shoutout to the DELCO Track programs heading to Penn State this weekend!
This is a bonus podcast with shoutouts and rants! Please enjoy!
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On this finale, I break down PIAA State Championships and talk with state medalists Rowan Carr and Jackson Kane!
Season Finale (Part 1 of 2): My interview with the PIAA State Champion Haverford girls team with special guest host Terry Toohey of the DELCO Times.
Interview with:
Coach Laura Clinton
Seniors:
Olivia Cieslak
Camryn McGeehan
Micah Haskins
Anastasia Harmon
Pru Frein
Junior:
Ryan Dankanis
Sophomores:
Evelyn Awad
Isabelle McDermott
HAVERFORD WINS STATES!!!!
