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Stark County coaches name four high school cross country runners of the week

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Stark County coaches name four high school cross country runners of the week

Summary

The Stark County High School Cross Country Coaches Association released its first weekly honors for the 2026 season. Coaches select two boys and two girls each week to represent the area's top performances. Sam Baker from Hoover earned recognition after an eighth-place finish at the HOKA Night Showcase, while Fairless runner Brice Fuller was honored following his victory at the Pickerington North Invitational. On the girls' side, Jackson junior Abby Parsons received the nod after finishing second at the GlenOak Golden Eagle Invitational. Marlington senior Irelyn Johnson also secured an honor following her win in the Gold Division race at the HOKA Night Showcase. These selections highlight top runners from across Stark County as the cross country season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Sam Baker set a top 10 all-time Hoover mark with a 15:53 time.
•Brice Fuller, the reigning Division III state champion, won at the Pickerington North Invitational.
•Abby Parsons led Jackson to a team title at the GlenOak Golden Eagle Invitational.
•Irelyn Johnson won the Gold Division race at the HOKA Night Showcase.

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