Along with a new coach, many freshman make up both teams.
Looking at the large group of runners and coaches working out at practice Wednesday, one wouldn’t think they’ve been affected by another coaching change.
But that’s what happened this past off-season as the Bainbridge cross country team gets ready for the 2007 season.
Last year, both teams finished fifth in the Metro League tournament, but both missed the cut at the district meet.
Only two individuals – Bevan Taylor and Emily Farrar – made it to the state meet in Pasco.
This season, they lose Taylor to the University of Montana along with Taylor Lea and Greg Nance from the boys team and Callie McKenzie and Mattie Molskness from the girls team.
Several other runners have also moved onto other activities or sports.
But Farrar is back along with several other returners and many newcomers to the team, which excites her.