Some cross country rivals will be different with divisional realignment
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August 28, 2025
Jonathan Alder’s boys cross country team is pictured from left, front row are Noah Thompson, Mark Goode, Ian Odell and Lincoln Wilson; second row, Brendan Martt, Brandon Engle, Neil Odell, Cole Miller and Garrett Martt, third row, Jake Goode, Jaxson Schmall, Calvin Beatty, Jack Greulich, Gideon Yoder and Matthew Cooper. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Some cross country rivals will be different with divisional realignment

By Aleksei Pavloff

Jonathan Alder’s cross country program does want ambitions to slow down.

The goals and aspirations of Pioneer runners have consistently led to state meet appearances. This time around, programs across Ohio are witnessing a change.

In April of this year, the Ohio High School Athletic Association anno...

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