The Run Down

Episode 26 - Olympia 3200 Recap, Midseason Track Observations

Tue, 04 May 2021 17:30:34 GMT

Track and field is in full swing this season! While some teams are wrapping up the year, some are just starting off. Keenan Gray and Alex McIntire dive into the world of high school track in Washington and discuss the latest and greatest that has gone down this season. The guys also give you their take on the historic Olympia 3,200 Invite.

Episode 25 - 2021 Track Preview

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:16:21 GMT

The whole crew is finally back together! Join Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson as they discuss the latest and greatest in the world of high school track and field in Washington on another episode of The Run Down. The guys break down the top athletes to watch for this spring in what feels like some normalcy in 2021.

Episode 24 - 2020* XC Recap, XC Awards, Looking Ahead to Track

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:48:43 GMT

Did you miss us? Well, we are back! The Run Down crew of Keenan Gray and Kyle Paulson (we miss Alex McIntire) bring you another exciting episode. The guys give you the recap of the 2020* cross country season as well as name The Runner WA cross country awards. They also look ahead to the track season as some teams and conferences are getting underway this spring.

Episode 23 - NCAA XC Recap, Week 6, Virtual State Race

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:33:52 GMT

If you are a fan of the sport, last weekend had it all for you! Keenan Gray and Kyle Paulson give you their recap on the NCAA Cross Country Championships and week 6 of the 2020-2021 high school cross country season. The guys also discuss the newest virtual state race being hosted by the Washington State Cross Country Coaches Association and how that could be run over the next couple of weeks.

Episode 22 - Who is Claire Archer?, Jackson Duo Strong Opener, NCAA XC National Preview

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 20:05:10 GMT

New faces and a whole lot of fast times from week 5. Keenan Gray, Kyle Paulson, and special guest James Paulson (Kyle's baby) bring you another exciting episode:

-Roosevelt's Claire Archer Breaks School Record in HS Debut

-Issaquah's Julia David-Smith Wins in Sunfair Debut

-Jackson's Brenden Charbeneau and Jordan Hansen exciting race

-Cashmere's Rob McManus Making a Name for Himself

-Seton Catholic Girls and Arlington Boys Running Well

-Washington Representing Well at NCAA XC

Episode 21 - March Madness is Upon us, Timberline's 37 Year Streak is Over, Close Team Scores in Girls Races, and Much More!

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:32:40 GMT

The high school cross country season just keeps getting better and better week in and week out. Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson give their recap from week four of the 2021 season with a look at the Timberline boys team and some competitive girls races. The guys also reflect on the Gonzaga men's cross country team and their incredible performance at the WCC's last week and discuss other top performances from around the state.

Episode 20 - Teeples and Borsheim Highlight Week Three, Close Races and Team Standings, Preview of Ethan Coleman vs. Bryce Cerkowniak

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 20:20:55 GMT

The snow has melted, and the racing shoes are heating up! Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson break down the first full week of high school cross country racing in Washington with many standout individual and team performances. The guys also take a look at this week's race of the week going down between Alex's own runner Bryce Cerkowniak and Olympia's Ethan Coleman for what should be a good one.

Episode 19 - Amy Eloise Breaks British Record, Week 2 Recap, Allie Janke or Julia David-Smith?

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:24:38 GMT

Snowmaggedon is upon us, but we still manage to find a way to race. Keenan Gray and Kyle Paulson take a look at the crazy week two with races that went down on Wednesday and Thursday. The guys also talk about some impressive performances by a few Washington alums and then finish with a debate about the top 10 cross country girls in the entire state for 2021.

Episode 18 - WIAA News, Week 1 Recap, Week 2 Preview

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:54:00 GMT

From week 1 recap discussion to Kyle making his race predictions for week 2 based on geography, The Run Down crew brings you another exciting episode. Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson discuss the latest news from the WIAA, as well talk about what's ahead for week 2 of the high school cross country season in Washington.

Episode 17 - Meet Week 1, Alumni Spotlight, Top 50 XC Girls, Race Predictions

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 19:15:21 GMT

It's race week and we couldn't more excited here at The Run Down. Join Keenan Gray and Kyle Paulson as they preview this weekend's races featuring an intriguing matchup between Port Angeles' Lauren Larson and Klahowya's Alyssa Becker. Also, a look at former Washington standouts and what they are doing at the collegiate and professional ranks, diving into more top 50 girls xc rankings, and race predictions for the three meets going down on Saturday.

Episode 16 - Q/A, Top 50 XC Girls, Debate of Greatest Non-State XC Champions

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 04:02:07 GMT

If you like debates and arguing with one another, give the latest episode of The Run Down a listen. Keenan, Alex, and Kyle talk about who are the greatest runners ever to not win a cross country state championship in Washington, and the picks may surprise you! Also, the crew answers questions submitted over Instagram and discuss the girls ranked 31-40 in the latest 2021 Top 50 Cross Country Rankings.

Episode 15 - XC Start Up, Brooks Beasts' Izaic Yorks, Top 50 XC Girls

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:57:23 GMT

The Run Down crew has a full show of exciting stuff to talk about on this week's episode. Cross country begins on February 1st, so what will the season look like? Izaic Yorks joins The Run Down to discuss Brooks, COVID running, and Star Wars. No. 41-50 ranked runners for the 2021 Top 50 Girls Cross Country Rankings.

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Episode 14 - Talk to 'Em, Top 50 XC Boys

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:49:43 GMT

Happy New Year! The Run Down crew kicks off 2021 with a brand new episode featuring another Talk to 'Em segment with four former and current high school runners and breaking down the final 10 of the Top 50 Boys Cross Country rankings.

The Run Down Holiday Special

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:47:58 GMT

Tis the season for the end of 2020! The Run Down crew brings you a Holiday special for the final episode of the year. Join Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson as they break down more cross country rankings, talk with Seattle Prep's Adeline Roza, and reflect on the chaotic year that was 2020.

Episode 12 - Jon Knight, Top 50 XC Boys, Talk to 'Em, Q/A

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:46:41 GMT

Talking to athletes, answering questions, and just bantering on is what went down on The Run Down. Big headline as well with the announcement of North Central High School coaching legend Jon Knight announcing his retirement. Join Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson for another exciting episode.

Episode 11 - Yakima XC Meet of Champions, Top 50 XC Boys, Amy Eloise Neale Markovc

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:45:05 GMT

Another exciting episode of The Run Down is back. Cross country makes its return to Washington for the first time in over a year so hear a recap of the meet, and discuss more of the top 50 rankings with the boys ranked 31 through 40. Special guest Amy Eloise-Neale joins the show as well.

Episode 10 - Oklahoma State's Jonas Price

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:43:38 GMT

Guess who's back?!?! The Run Down crew returns with another exciting episode. Keenan Gray, Alex McIntire, and Kyle Paulson break down the WIAA's idea for regional championships in replace of state and how that will look, as well as look at the start of top 50 boy's cross country rankings for the 2021 season. Special guest Jonas Price, graduate of Eisenhower and current freshman at Oklahoma State University, talks about his first collegiate season with the Cowboys and being apart of their 2020 Big XII team championship.

Episode 9 - NAZ Elite's Nick Hauger

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:41:49 GMT

Northern Arizona Elite runner Nick Hauger joins The Run Down to talk about his professional career up to this point after breaking an American record on the track recently. Hauger graduated from Shadle Park High School and went onto become a WCC Champion and All-American runner at the University of Portland. Check out his podcast, Running Rivals, as well on all listening platforms.

Episode 8 - Western Colorado's Will Johnson

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:39:05 GMT

Shelton grad Will Johnson joins The Run Down podcast to talk about what it's been like running for the Western Colorado Mountaineers, and a look back on his high school days as a Highclimber.

Episode 7 - Gonzaga's Yacine Guermali

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:35:42 GMT

Gonzaga's Yacine Guermali is this week's guest on an episode of The Run Down. Guermali reflects on this past historic cross country season for the Zags, while also looking ahead at the future of the program. We also reflect on his high school career at Camas, and talk about the major influences in his life who got him into the sport of running.

Episode 6 - University of Washington's Hannah and Joe Waskom

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:34:18 GMT

Hannah and Joe Waskom join The Run Down Crew for a great interview to discuss the recent announcements of the Pac-12's decision to postpone the cross country and indoor track season until 2021. They also discuss what it has been like running for coaches Andy and Maurica Powell, as well as look back on their high school days at Mount Si.

Episode 5 - 1B/2B XC Preview

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:32:31 GMT

The Run Down crew concludes their cross country preview series with a look at the top 1B/2B athletes and teams to watch for this season.

Episode 4 - WIAA News, 1A XC Preview

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:31:02 GMT

Will this be the best cross country season ever? The WIAA decides to move the season into March with the state championships set for May 1st. The Run Down crew goes over the 1A preview with predictions and what to expect from a very competitive field on both sides.

Episode 3 - WIAA's Justin Kesterson, 2A XC Preview

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:29:00 GMT

The Run Down crew is back for their third episode! WIAA's Assistant Executive Director Justin Kesterson talks with Keenan Gray as they breakdown the WIAA's latest meeting regarding the start up of high school sports again. Kyle Paulson and Alex McIntire compete in a new game, "Who Do They Run For?", and of course, a look at the top 2A athletes and teams to watch for this season.

Episode 2 - NXN Cancelled, Legend of the Week, 3A XC Preview

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:25:20 GMT

We are back for another episode of The Run Down presented by The Runner WA. With NXN being cancelled this season, what does that do for college recruiting? We also introduce a new segment, Legend of the Week, and breakdown the top 3A individuals and teams to watch for this season.

Episode 1 - WIAA News, 4A XC Preview

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:01:59 GMT

The inaugural podcast of The Run Down presented by The Runner WA. Alex McIntire and Kyle Paulson join The Runner WA himself Keenan Gray to discuss the WIAA's latest decision to move the first day of cross country into September and what the possibilities of a season are. Also, a preview and some predictions at the top 4A individuals and teams to watch for this upcoming season.