Thomas Nelson High School, October 27, 2025
News Summary
At the Class 3A, Region 2 boys’ cross country meet, Greenwood senior Justin Doran took home the individual title, finishing in 15:52.59 seconds. The boys’ team secured a runner-up finish, while the girls’ team won the championship, demonstrating strong performances across the board. Both teams will advance to the state championships at Kentucky Horse Park. In total, Greenwood had multiple top finishers and showcased great athleticism and teamwork throughout the competition.
Greenwood – Greenwood senior Justin Doran captured the individual title at the Class 3A, Region 2 boys’ cross country meet on Saturday at Thomas Nelson High School. Doran finished with a time of 15 minutes, 52.59 seconds, leading the Gators to a runner-up finish in the boys’ team competition.
Central Hardin won the boys’ title with 32 points, followed by Greenwood (59), South Warren (77), North Hardin (90), and Grayson County (115). The top five teams will advance to the state championships that are scheduled for November 1 at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.
In addition to Doran’s victory, Greenwood saw strong performances from Camden Goodrich and Miles Goodrich, who placed sixth and tenth with times of 16:37.99 and 16:57.99, respectively. Other finishers from Greenwood included Kayson Clements, 17th (17:38.37), Nicholas Clark, 25th (18:07.49), Eli Johnson, 33rd (18:47.03), and Sam Freeman, 37th (18:53.69).
For the girls’ competition, Greenwood secured the team championship with a score of 27 points. South Warren followed with 57 points, and Central Hardin placed third with 88 points. The remaining finishers included Barren County (128) and Meade County (138). The sixth-place team, Bowling Green, scored 144 points, narrowly missing out on state qualification.
Leading the Greenwood girls was Allie Doran, who finished in second place overall with a time of 19:08.91. Other top finishers for Greenwood included Charlotte Johnson, third (19:25.14), and Blaire Marr, fifth (19:44.89). Additionally, Lily Clark placed eighth (20:04.12), Claire Ellington ninth (20:06.74), and Sauyer Shirley, tenth (20:19.74). Madison Hershberg finished 14th (20:32.15).
Katelyn Best led South Warren with a fourth-place finish at 19:43.46. Other notable South Warren finishers included Cesca Poole (11th, 20:22.88), Bailey James (12th, 20:28.09), and Jasmine Abacan (13th, 20:29.08). Barren County saw Audrey Nuetzman finish sixth with a time of 19:51.81.
In Class 2A, Warren East’s boys team finished as runner-up with 71 points, coming second to John Hardin (42). Teams advancing to the state from this competition also included Breckinridge County (third, 106), Adair County (fourth, 122), and Thomas Nelson (fifth, 126). Matthew Strode of Warren East led his team with a fifth-place finish of 17:10.83.
Warren East’s girls team placed fifth with 109 points, trailing behind LaRue County (42), John Hardin (89), Adair County (97), and Thomas Nelson (99). Emma Meeks led the girls’ team with a 10th-place finish of 21:16.46.
The Class A Region 2 boys’ meet featured Edmonson County’s Aidan Meredith, who finished second overall with a time of 16:46.52. Edmonson County’s boys combined for 68 points to qualify alongside Bethlehem (41), Green County (63), and Owensboro Catholic (76). The girls team of Owensboro Catholic won the meet with only 17 points, followed closely by Green County (78), Bethlehem (79), and Hancock County (99), all advancing to state.
Individual qualifiers included Edmonson County’s Mollie Johnson (8th, 21:16.16), Glasgow’s Brinleigh Mackie (14th, 23:16.43), and Anne Rhoades Pike (24:09.57).
FAQ
What was the outcome of the Class 3A, Region 2 boys’ cross country meet?
Greenwood senior Justin Doran claimed the individual title with a time of 15 minutes, 52.59 seconds, leading the Gators to a runner-up finish in the boys’ team competition.
How did Greenwood’s girls’ team perform in the championships?
Greenwood’s girls’ team scored 27 points to win the Class 3A, Region 2 team championship.
When are the state championships scheduled?
The state championships are scheduled for November 1 at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.
Who led the boys’ competition for Greenwood?
Greenwood senior Justin Doran led the boys’ competition with a time of 15 minutes, 52.59 seconds taking the individual title.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Class 3A, Region 2 Cross Country Championships |
| Location | Thomas Nelson High School |
| Boys’ Individual Champion | Justin Doran (Greenwood) – 15:52.59 |
| Boys’ Team Champion | Central Hardin – 32 points |
| Girls’ Team Champion | Greenwood – 27 points |
| State Championships Date | November 1 |
| State Championships Location | Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington |
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