Cross-Country Team Finishes Strong (10/24)

The cross-country team competed at the NCISAA championship meet on Friday, October 24.  Both the boys’ and girls’ teams ran their best team races of the year to earn 6th place finishes.  The girls were led by the strong 13th place finish of Hollis Lineberger (20:01 – PR).  She was followed by Carrie Logan (21:31 – PR) and Elizabeth Lang (21:43) both of whom finished well to secure spots in the top 40.  Kristen Orr ran a season best (21:52) to run 4th for the Furies.  Hannah Harris (22:22 - PR), Mandy Wolfert (22:34 – PR) and Katie Stockton (22:35 in her last race as a Fury) demonstrated great teamwork as they ran most of the race together and completed this fine team performance. 

The boys were led by the 18th place finish of Taylor Boone.  He ran 17:11, which began a string of personal best times that continued through the top 5.  Philip Waugh (17:45 – PR), Westley Fitch (17:49- PR in his last race as a Fury) and McLain Wilkinson (17:50 – PR) ran their best races of the year to finish together in 32nd, 33rd and 34th.  Ben Stallworth was close behind in a huge PR (18:03) to round out the top 5.  Daniel Schreiner (19:01 – season best) and Hunter Sturkie (19:15)  ran 6th and 7th to give the boys their best team 5k average since 2003.

The team appreciates all of the support at the state meet and during the season.

Cross-Country Teams Battle at PACIS (10/16)

The boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams ventured to the tough course at Gibson Park as the 2 time defending PACIS champions. The girls secured their 3rd straight championship by cruising to victory over Greensboro Day and Wesleyan. The girls were led by the 2nd place finish of Hollis Lineberger, who earned all-conference honors for the 3rd straight year. Elizabeth Lang and Carrie Logan ran strong to finish 3rd and 4th. This was Elizabeth’s 3rd consecutive all-conference performance and Carrie’s first. Mandy Wolfert and Hannah Harris ran together throughout the race and represented the Middle School well by placing 6th and 7th overall. Mandy earned all-conference honors for her performance. Li Rusterholz (8th), Kristen Orr (9th) and Kate Cavenaugh (10th) rounded out the top 10.

The boys faced a tough test from Greensboro Day and Wesleyan. This was a great race to watch as runners from all 3 teams battled at the front of the pack. The boys were led by Taylor Boone’s 4th place finish, which earned him all-conference honors for the 3rd straight year. He was followed by senior Westley Fitch who earned his 2nd all-conference honor. Philip Waugh,  McLain Wilkinson, Ben Stallworth and Daniel Schreiner secured places 9 -12 to give the Furies 6 runners ahead of Greensboro Day’s 5th runner. David Bohle (16th) rounded out the top 7 for the boys. The Furies ran well but the boys from Greensboro Day were too strong up front and they clinched the victory. Alex Sadosky was the lone Fury to PR on this tough course in a time of 20:46.

This was the final race for seniors Derek Hudgins, Erin Hull, Kathryn Slaughter, Madeline Lang and Molly Kellam. They have set a great example for the team with their leadership and enthusiasm. Seniors Westley Fitch and Katie Stockton will run one more race in Friday’s state championship meet. The team will greatly miss this special group of seniors.

The Furies complete their season at the NCISAA Championship meet on Friday, October 24 in Cary.  

Furies Run Strong at 4 Runners Only Invitational (10/11)

This past Saturday the Furies competed in the 4 Runners Only Invitational at Tanglewood Park. Thank you to everyone who came to support the team. The boys, led by Taylor Boone’s 5th place finish and Philip Waugh’s 8th place finish, earned 2nd in the Open Division. The girls, led by 3 high finishes – Hollis Lineberger (6th),  Carrie Logan (13th), Elizabeth Lang (16th), also placed 2nd in the Open Division. The following team members ran season and/or personal bests on the tough Tanglewood course:

Derek Hudgins – 24:58 (season best)

Danielle Nelson – 24:05 (personal best)

David Wall – 21:09 (personal best)

The Furies will next compete at the PACIS Championship meet on Thursday, October 16.

Furies Run to Victory at Southlake (10/2)

The cross-country team had a good day at Southlake Christian Academy yesterday. The boys, led by Taylor Boone’s 1st place finish, won by a score of 20 to 44. The girls, led by Hollis Lineberger’s 2nd place finish, won by a score of 25 to 30. Alex Sadosky won the JV boys race and Brynlee Parker won the JV girls race. The Furies compete next at the 4 Runners Only Invitational on October 11 at Tanglewood Park.

Boys Top 10

Taylor Boone

FCD

17.29

1

Phillip Waugh

FCD

18.22

2

Kyle Bryant

SLCA

18.23

3

Westley Fitch

FCD

18.26

4

Brian Cotter

SLCA

18.37

5

Ben Stallworth

FCD

18.55

6

McLain Wilkinson

FCD

18.59

7

Daniel Schreiner

FCD

19.28

8

Garrett Royster

FCD

19.28

9

David Bohle

FCD

19.37

10

 

Girls Top 10

Bethany Spano

SLCA

20.39

1

Hollis Lineberger

FCD

21.32

2

Carrie Logan

FCD

22.04

3

Kristen Orr

FCD

22.07

4

Stephany Spano

SLCA

22.18

5

Katherine Belter

SLCA

22.26

6

Elizabeth Lang

FCD

22.28

7

Anna Landis

SLCA

22.29

8

Mandy Wolfert

FCD

22.40

9

Sarah Bentley

SLCA

23.06

10

Boys Personal/Season Bests

David Bohle – 19:37 (personal best)

Taylor Boone – 17:29 (personal best)

Cory Hanes – 20:56 (personal best. 1st time under 21:00)

David Harrison – 21:25 (personal best. 1st time under 22:00)

Derek Hudgins – 25:20 (season best)

Matthew Johnsrude – 21:24 (personal best)

James McCall – 20:31 (personal best)

Garrett Royster – 19:28 (season best)

David Wall – 21:12 (personal best. 1st time under 22:00)

 

Girls Personal/Season Bests

Erin Hull – 25:25 (season best)

Carrie Logan – 22:04 (personal best)

Kristen Orr – 22:07 (season best)

Li Rusterholz – 23:16 (personal best)

Kathryn Slaughter – 24:40 (season best)

Laurin Williams – 27:24 (personal best. 1st time under 28:00)

Mandy Wolfert – 22:40 (personal best. 1st time under 23:00)

 

Furies Run Fast at Big Greensboro Invitational (9/27)

The cross-country team competed at the Greensboro Invitational on Saturday, September 27th. The girls, led by Hollis Lineberger’s 16th place finish, finished 5th out of 22 teams. The boys, led by Taylor Boone’s 22nd place finish, finished 7th out of 31 teams. Sixteen boys and fourteen girls ran personal bests or season bests (see below). The Furies compete next at Southlake Christian Academy on Thursday.

Boys

Girls

Furies Run to Victory (9/17)

The cross-country team hosted Cannon School on Wednesday, September 17. It was a beautiful day for a race and many members of the FCDS community came out to support the Furies. They witnessed an impressive performance by both the boys and girls teams.

The girls were led by the 1-2 finish of Hollis Lineberger and Elizabeth Lang. They were followed closely by Katie Stockton, Carrie Logan and Kate Cavenaugh in places 4th through 6th. This gave the ladies 5 scoring runners across the finish line before Cannon’s 2nd runner. Hannah Harris, Kristen Orr and Mandy Wolfert rounded out the top 10 in places 8th through 10th. Dara Burg, Lucy Chamberlain, Rachel Glock, Hannah Harris, Erin Hull, Ruth Jackson, Danielle Nelson, Isabella Novembre, Brynlee Parker, Li Rusterholz and Kathryn Slaughter ran season bests.

The boys were led by the 1-2 finish of Taylor Boone and Westley Fitch. Cannon’s top 2 runners crossed the line next which meant the race would be determined by the next wave of runners. The Furies left no doubt by taking the next 4 places, Philip Waugh (5th), McLain Wilkinson (6th), Ben Stallworth (7th) and Daniel Schreiner (8th). Derek Hudgins, James McCall, Steph Orr, Alex Sadosky and Ari Winters ran season bests. The team competes next at the Greensboro Invitational on Saturday, September 27.

Girls Team

  1. FCDS – 18
  2. Cannon – 43

Girls Individuals

  1. Hollis Lineberger (FCD) – 21:45
  2. Elizabeth Lang (FCD) – 22:24
  3. Eden Sipperly (C) – 22:39
  4. Katie Stockton (FCD) – 23:07
  5. Carrie Logan (FCD) – 23:14
  6. Kate Cavenaugh (FCD) – 23:47
  7. Cassie Calvert (C) – 23:50
  8. Hannah Harris (FCD) – 24:03
  9. Kristen Orr (FCD) – 24:05
  10. Mandy Wolfert (FCD) – 24:06

Boys Team

  1. FCDS – 21
  2. Cannon – 37

Boys Individuals

Furies Run Tough at Big Wolfpack Invitational (9/13)

The Furies had a fun day at the hot and humid Wolfpack Invitational on Saturday. The course was tough and everyone on the team ran with great determination. They represented themselves, their families and the school very well. The girls placed 2nd out of 29 teams and the boys placed 3rd out of 31 teams. The following Furies were medalists:

Girls Invitational  (235 girls in the race)
Hollis Lineberger - 4th 
Elizabeth Lang - 9th 
Carrie Logan - 19th

Boys Invitational (267 boys in the race)
Westley Fitch - 12th
Philip Waugh - 22nd
McLain Wilkinson - 23rd
Hunter Sturkie - 24th

Girls JV Invitational 
Brynlee Parker - 5th
Madeline Lang - 13th
Kathryn Slaughter -15th
Erin Hull - 22nd
Dara Burg- 25th

There were also many personal bests on this tough course. Complete results can be found at http://nc.milesplit.us/meets/38838.  The Furies’ next race is this Tuesday at home against Cannon School (girls #4 in the state, boys #7 in the state). This is Spirit Week so please plan to come out and cheer on the Furies!  

Furies Off to a Running Start (8/28)

The cross-country team began its season with an impressive performance against North Raleigh Christian. The 2nd ranked girls were led by the always solid 1-2 combination of Elizabeth Lang and Hollis Lineberger. They finish 2nd and 3rd overall. Carrie Logan, running her first race as a Fury, ran a strong 3rd for the Furies. She was followed closely by captain Katie Stockton, which gave the Furies 4 of the top 6 spots. After this group the Furies kept charging with Mandy Wolfert (first race), Kyle Chase and Kate Cavenaugh (first race) rounding out the top 7 in this great performance.

The boys faced a stiff challenge from a North Raleigh Christian team that beat them in last year’s state meet. The Fury boys ran their best race in recent memory to win by 6 points. North Raleigh’s first runner crossed the line in the number one spot but the Furies demonstrated the importance of team by taking the next 3 spots with Westley Fitch, Taylor Boone and Philip Waugh. Hunter Sturkie, Ben Stallworth and McLain Wilkinson all finished in the top 10 to close out the Knights. Garrett Royster and Daniel Schreiner crossed the line together in a photo finish to round out the top 7.

The team appreciates the tremendous fan support. The Furies will compete at the Seahawk Invitational next weekend.