By Hayden Swope
Eisenhower’s Owen Dent has had quite the cross country journey over his four years. After years of season-ending injuries, training, and conditioning, Dent is ready to take the course.
“I am glad I had a summer of training leading up to this season,” Dent said. “In my freshman year, I broke my leg at Rim Rock, so that season I was unable to finish. During the summer of my sophomore year, I had knee surgery. My junior year, I was still doing therapy on my knee and was unable to run. This year is different, so I hope it pays off.”
While spending countless time readying himself for his first season back, Dent hopes to break some records as well as help his team leave an impressive lasting impression.
“My goal for this season is more team-oriented,” Dent said. “In the past, we have won league and regionals, but last year we were runner-up at the regional meet. This year, I wish we could once again win the league and regional titles as a team. Individually, I hope to run in the fifteens at multiple races and place in the top ten at the state meet.”
On top of being injury-free, Dent and the team get to experience a new atmosphere with some tough competition.
“This year, we are going to Olathe Twilight for the first time, where the team and I will have the opportunity to run against some of the best runners in the state,” Dent said.
