The computer chips were not meant to be the only meathod of recording times and compiling results. They were to work in conjunction with normal finish line procedures. If you look at the overall picture and try to overlook the problems, this event was a success. If you look at the facts that the runners had a great experience, and that the sport of high school cross country got a big boost by having all 4 classes in one spot, then you would agree that the basic concept was a good one. If somehow the spectator problems can be dealt with, the format will eventually be a success.
Some runners dream of making it to the state meet.
Others dream of making All-State. Portage Northern's Sharon Van Tuyl has experienced some things many would never dream of. For Van Tuyl, this year's Michigan High School Class A State Champion, the thought of running this year's state meet for some time was only a dream. Van Tuyl, who is now looking toward staying healthy and preparing for the track season, has more goals to achieve. Her current track p.r.