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.

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!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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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