All State Meet Boys' Preview: Who Are The Top Runners To Watch This Weekend?


Joshua Rahn, Patrick Craemer, Saint John's

We classify these two runners together simply because we think they will be running together. The Pioneer teammates will be looking to win a team title and know that a strong finish by both of them (as well as fellow classmate Joe Walsh) could make the difference. Rahn clocked 15:41 at Wrentham when he won his race at the Bay State Invitational on Oct. 14 so he certainly could figure in the mix in that top pack. Craemer ran 15:49 at Bay State and placed second to Rahn at the Central Massachusetts Division 1 State Meet. These are two runners that are familiar with each other's company and you know they'll use that to their advantage on Saturday. A victory by either one may be a long-shot with a top-five shot a bit more realistic.