DELCO XC Pod

What a week it was for DELCO Cross Country! From Kendra Williamson rewriting history with the fastest 5K in county history, to dominant team wins across Paul Short, Souderton Twilight, and William Tennant — DELCO showed up big. We break down record runs, school milestones, and the squads making noise as championship season heats up. Tune in as we spotlight Kendra’s historic 17:04, Ridley’s record-setting day, Agnes Irwin’s team victory, Radnor’s Twilight triumph, and Marple flexing at William Tennant. It’s all here in another packed week of DELCO XC!Twitter, Instagram, Youtube @DELCOXCPodEmail: delcoxc@gmail.com

It was a massive day at the DELCO Cross Country Championships! Tune in for a full breakdown of the action, where the Haverford boys ran away with a dominant team victory. But the biggest story of the day belongs to the Episcopal Academy girls, who captured their first-ever DELCO Championship team title! We cover the standout individual performances, the key team scores, and what this historic win means for DELCO cross country. Don't miss this one!Follow the action year-round:Instagram & X: @delcoxcpodNOW on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@DELCOXCPOD

DELCO XC Podcast – DELCO Championships Preview (9/27/25 at Rose Tree Park)It’s championship week in Delaware County! Join us as we preview the 2025 DELCO Cross Country Championships at historic Rose Tree Park on Saturday, September 27th. Race Schedule:12:30 pm   Boys/ Girls MS 3K Race Combined--- NEW FOR 2025 (6th-7th-8th graders ONLY)1:00 pm     Girls and Boys Novice -- unlimited number, but 9th and 10th graders only.(Top 5 girls, top 5 boys)1:45 pm     Girls Junior Varsity  (unlimited number) (top 8)2:30 pm     Boys Junior Varsity  (unlimited number) (top 8)3:15 pm     Girls Varsity    (7 runners max per school)   (top 20)4:00 pm     Boys Varsity   (7 runners max per school)   (top 20)  We’re joined by special guests Coach Tom Kennedy and Coach Bill Coren, who share their most memorable DELCO Championship moments and break down everything you need to know heading into this year’s varsity races. From team battles to individual standouts, this is your full guide to one of the most exciting meets of the season!

The regular season is over, and it's time to talk championships! In this episode, we're recapping the final major invitationals before the big one, including the Whippets Invitational, George School Invite, Foundation Invitational, and Adidas XC Challenge. We'll break down how local runners performed and discuss the major takeaways. Then, with just days to go, we're diving deep into the final Delaware County team rankings, giving you our predictions for who will be on top at the DELCO Championships!Twitter and Instagram @DELCOXCPod

On this special mini-segment of the DELCO XC Podcast, Kevin shares his drive-to-work reflections on the state of Delaware County cross country. With big races on the horizon, he asks one simple but important question: Where are all the 5Ks?

We’re less than two weeks away from the DELCO Championships—and there’s still no clear favorite on either the boys’ or girls’ side. This week, Belmont Plateau’s Briarwood Invitational gave us grit, history, and breakout performances from Marple Newtown, Springfield, and Strath Haven. Meanwhile, Agnes Irwin dominated the Cougar 5K in Exton, and Interboro made its case in DelVal. Join me for a full breakdown of every DELCO runner and team performance as we look ahead to league meets and invitationals before the big showdown.

This weekend, DELCO cross country was everywhere — and we’ve got it all covered in one jam-packed episode! Host Kevin Kee breaks down three major meets: the Unionville 2-Mile Bash, the Abington Invitational, and PTXC 16.On the girls’ side, Episcopal’s Kendra Williamson smashed a meet record, Garnet Valley’s Avery Lustgarten completed a perfect Unionville sweep, and the Agnes Irwin girls brought home a championship. On the boys’ side, Haverford showed why they’re #1 in DELCO, Episcopal and Penn Wood flexed at Abington, and Marple Newtown and Strath Haven made noise at PTXC.We close out with updated DELCO XC team rankings, highlighting who’s hot right now and who to watch as the season heats up. Whether you’re a runner, a fan, or just proud of DELCO, this episode has the results, stories, and energy you need!

Join host Kevin Kee for a new episode of the DELCO Cross Country Podcast!This week, Kevin shares some big news: he's the new assistant coach for the girls' program at Lower Merion High School, and he explains how this means more access to your favorite DELCO runners and coaches.We break down the Oakbourne Relays, celebrating the impressive depth of the Strath Haven boys and the thrilling battle between the Penncrest and Garnet Valley girls.Then, we preview Week 1 of the cross country season, covering where DELCO teams will be competing:Unionville 2-Mile Bash: Featuring the Strath Haven boys and Episcopal girls.Mill Street Run: Look for Interboro.Abington Invitational: With Agnes Irwin, O'Hara, Chester, Carroll, and the Episcopal boys.PTXC: The Marple Newtown and Strath Haven girls will be on the line.Plus, Kevin shares his unique perspective on the benefits of the Unionville 2-Mile Bash's grade-separated format. Don't miss it!Also, we're looking for a new theme song! If you're a talented musician, get in touch. Follow us on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) at @delcoxcpod or email us at delcoxc@gmail.com.

🎙️ DELCO XC Podcast – Season 3, Episode 3 🏃‍♂️🔥We’re back with a full breakdown of Week 0 in Delaware County XC! Penncrest, Ridley, Garnet Valley, and Strath Haven all lined up at the Oakbourne Relays hosted by West Chester Henderson, and we’ve got all the early takeaways.In segment two, we touch on some big national news: Foot Locker Nationals officially closing its doors this year after decades as one of the sport’s most iconic meets.Then in segment three, DELCO legend Greg Thomas returns to the mic! We dive into the unique challenges coaches and athletes face when balancing the pressures of leading a top team or chasing greatness as an individual — and how to best set up everyone for success.📲 Follow us: @delcoxcpod📧 Email: delcoxc@gmail.com#delcoxc #xcseason #crosscountry #highschoolxc #oakbournerelays #delawarecounty #gregthomas #footlockernationals #podcast #runnersofinstagram #xc2025

In this episode, we break down how summer training shapes the future of cross country success — especially for those making the leap from freshman promise to sophomore stardom.We start by diving into the importance of consistent summer mileage, smart workouts, and building a base that carries athletes through the fall. Then, we shift focus to the top sophomore sensations in Delaware County, highlighting the names you’ll want to remember when the gun goes off this season.And we’re not doing it alone — guest host Greg Thomas rejoins us for this hour-long deep dive, bringing his insight and energy back to the mic. From long runs in the heat to early morning track sessions, we show how the work put in during the off-season transforms potential into performance.📲 Follow: @delcoxcpod📧 Email: delcoxc@gmail.com#delcoxc #xcseason #crosscountry #highschoolxc #sophomores #distanceRunning #runnersofinstagram #xc2025

🎙️ Season 3 Premiere – DELCO XC Podcast 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️We’re back! Kicking off Season 3 with a bang as we dive into Way Too Early Predictions for the DELCO Championships on September 27th. Who are the top returners to watch this fall? Who could surprise us? We break it all down and set the stage for what’s shaping up to be an electric cross country season in Delaware County.💥 Don't miss out — follow us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes, and more:📸 Instagram & X: @delcoxcpod📧 Got questions, takes, or shoutouts? Email us at delcoxc@gmail.comLet’s get this season rolling!

On this episode I recap a historical DELCO T&F State Championship meet! Congratulations to all athletes!

Preview and shoutout to the DELCO Track programs heading to Penn State this weekend!This is a bonus podcast with shoutouts and rants! Please enjoy!Instagram and Twitter @DELCOXCPod

On this finale, I break down PIAA State Championships and talk with state medalists Rowan Carr and Jackson Kane!

Season Finale (Part 1 of 2): My interview with the PIAA State Champion Haverford girls team with special guest host Terry Toohey of the DELCO Times. Interview with: Coach Laura Clinton Seniors: Olivia Cieslak Camryn McGeehan Micah Haskins Anastasia Harmon Pru Frein Junior: Ryan Dankanis Sophomores: Evelyn Awad Isabelle McDermott

HAVERFORD WINS STATES!!!!

Recaps of PA Independent School State Championships, PIAA District 12, and PIAA District 1 Championships

A quick preview of the DELCO teams at District 12 and District 1 Championships this week. District 12: Thursday District 1: Friday.

The title explains it all. I show my bias towards DELCO XC by covering league championship meets: Most coverage for Central League, InterAc, and PCL with some coverage for BAL and very little (sorry) for DEL VAL Follow Instagram and X @DELCOXCPod

An unscripted preview of CAL and InterAc Championships!