As we conclude our first week previewing each classification, we feature Class 3A once more this week previewing some of this season's storylines, rankings, sleepers, and more.
3A XC Preview Week: Girls Season Preview I Boys Season Preview I Girls Top 50 Returners I Boys Top 50 Returners I Returning XC Team Scores
There is a lot of talent at the top of the Class 3A girls. Along with defending champion Elle Williamson, one of the country's top distance runners, Gabbie Bishop, enters the mix while three top teams appear to be headed on a collision course this November.
West Fork is returning their entire top 7 from last season's state championship team and is set to defend their title this fall while several of Class 3A's top boys will duke it out in Hot Springs in just a little over three months.
Take a look at a few more predictions for Class 3A in 2024.