by Jeff Hollobaugh (Author)

NOW: Updated with the 2020 COVID XC season, the Michigan Meet of Champions and more Also includes course records for over 200 of the state's courses The definitive history of high school cross country in the state of Michigan, 1921-2019, brings to life the traditions and memories of the most challenging of high school sports. The legendary coaches and athletes and the races--in heat, snow, rain and mud--come to life in this compilation, which focuses on the state finals, as well as the Detroit City Championships from 1931-1960 (when Detroiters did not participate in MHSAA events). Also included: a history of Michigan the Mideast Meet of Champions, the Foot Locker Nationals and the NXN, as well as a review of Michigan high schoolers who have qualified for Team USA in cross country. Hundreds of pictures. And stats galore, including a complete record of teams that have raced at the Lower Peninsula Finals. In addition, this history introduces the new Legacy Ratings for the state of Michigan.