Reaction to the course change for PIAA Championships beginning Fall 2026!

In this special edition of the DELCO XC Podcast, we hit pause on predictions, rankings, and race breakdowns — and shift the focus to what truly matters: appreciation.
This episode is a love letter to DELCO cross country. To the miles, the mud, the struggle, the community, the laughter, the heartbreak, and the joy. It’s about the athletes who define the culture, the coaches who give everything, the parents who show up no matter what, and the county that has always been built different.
We also unveil the unofficial DELCO 20 — the twenty athletes who embodied grit, presence, leadership, and identity this season. Because this sport is bigger than times. Bigger than medals. Bigger than lists.
It’s for the love of the sport — and for the people who make DELCO cross country what it is.

In this episode of the DELCO XC Podcast, we break down the PIAA State Championships — where every stride is earned and every finish means something. From breakout performances to unforgettable displays of resilience, Delco athletes once again proved that toughness is more than a mindset — it’s our identity.

We highlight standout races from Sloane Smith’s historic finish, to Haverford’s team-first heart, to the grit shown by individuals across the county pushing through adversity. From AAA to A, boys and girls, this episode captures the pride, the edge, and the tradition that makes Delco running built different.