Elliot Yegge leads North Central cross country to top of state rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 2:06 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

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Summary

Elliot Yegge and the North Central boys cross country team have risen to the top of the Washington 2A state rankings in their first year at this classification. Yegge, the top-ranked 2A runner, achieved a personal best time of 14 minutes, 58 seconds at the Bob Firman Invite. The Wolfpack's program is seeing a resurgence after previous challenges, with hopes of returning to the state awards podium this season. Head coach Ryan West emphasizes the team's ongoing commitment and preparation as they look forward to the upcoming state meet at Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco next month.

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By the Numbers

•North Central is in its first year as a 2A school.
•Yegge's best time of 14:58 is the fastest in 2A.
•The team aims to return to the state awards podium for the first time since 2016.
•The state meet is scheduled for next month at Sun Willows Golf Course.
•Coach Ryan West has noted the team's commitment to improvement.

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2:06 AMYahoo Sports — How Elliot Yegge climbed to top of state 2A ranks, kicking resurgence of North Central cross country

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Oct. 7—North Central is in its first year classified as a 2A school in all sports. Declining enrollment put the school in a difficult situation in its ability to compete athletically against larger Greater Spokane League schools. Boys cross country deserves a shoutout for taking advantage of new life athletically. The Wolfpack moved atop the 2A state rankings last week, and senior Elliot Yegge ...
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