Race Reports
STAC Cross Country Championships Recap & Photos | Showcasing Elite Performances
The 2024 Southern Tier Athletic Conference (STAC) Cross Country Championships, held on October 26 at Fortin Park in Oneonta, New York, brought together top teams from across the region to compete in Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Modified divisions. In the Varsity Girls race, Ithaca claimed the championship title with a team score of 40, led by individual winner Tsadia Bercuvitz (10th grade), who crossed the finish line in 17:52.40. Corning took second with 43 points, followed by Vestal in third with 90 points. For the Varsity Boys, Ithaca also dominated, with Riley Hubisz (12th grade) leading his team to victory in 16:12.6, giving Ithaca a strong team score of 27. Corning and Oneonta completed the top three teams, underscoring the fierce competition throughout the day.
In the JV and Modified divisions, both Corning and Vestal demonstrated impressive depth and potential. Corning’s JV Girls achieved a perfect score of 15, while Vestal’s JV Boys took the top spot with 23 points. In the Modified races, Corning once again showcased rising talent, securing first in both the boys’ and girls’ categories with standout performances from Keith Huff and Abigail Wagner. The STAC Championships celebrated the dedication and resilience of Southern Tier athletes, setting the stage for exciting future seasons and solidifying Ithaca and Corning as cross-country powerhouses in the region.