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Gainesville area high school cross country runners open public voting

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:03 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Gainesville area high school cross country runners open public voting

Summary

Fans in the Gainesville area can now vote for the top boys and girls cross country runners for the 2026 season. The selection process includes 18 nominees for the boys and eight for the girls. Candidates were chosen based on their performance in the 2025 All Area teams and through additional coach input. Buchholz and Oak Hall remain the primary programs to watch this year as both teams field young rosters. The public polls are active until noon on Sunday, September 6. Participants may submit multiple votes for their preferred athletes during the open window.

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Key Details

•Voting remains open until noon on Sunday, September 6.
•The ballot includes 18 boys and eight girls cross country nominees.
•Candidates were selected from 2025 All Area teams and coach recommendations.
•Buchholz and Oak Hall enter the season as the area's prominent programs.

Latest Updates

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8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Vote for the Gainesville area's best boys, girls cross country runners in 2026

What they're saying

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It's time to voice your opinion! Vote for who the Gainesville area's best cross country runner will be in the 2026 season out of 18 boys nominees and 8 girls.
— Yahoo Sports