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BRR Boys Preseason Individual XC Rankings 2025

BRR Boys Preseason Individual XC Rankings 2025


Disclaimer: With the announcement of expanded cross country divisions by the OHSAA, our coverage this year will include both Division 1 and Division 2. This change also brought an alteration to the postseason structure of cross country.


For Division 1 boys, district meets have been eliminated, creating a gap week where that competition once was. All teams in the region will now compete in one large “Super-Regional” meet. Seven teams will qualify for the state meet, along with the top 14 individuals whose teams did not qualify.


For Division 2 boys, district meets will remain. Thirteen total teams and 26 total individuals will advance to regionals, and from there, the top five teams and top 10 individuals whose teams did not qualify will move on to the state meet.


Division 1 Rankings:


  1. Mick Temple – After a strong track campaign highlighted by a 9:10 in the 3200 and the fastest returning 5k time in the region, Temple enters the season ranked No. 1. He’s the hunted, and everyone is chasing him.


  2. Ethan Ishida – Ishida cemented his No. 2 spot with a blazing 4:12 in the 1600 at Regionals and also owns the second-fastest XC return time in the region. He’s got the speed and the credentials to stay hot all season.


  3. Brock Jarrett – Known for shaking up rankings, Jarrett combined a breakout indoor season with a standout outdoor showing, placing third at state with a 4:10 in the 1600. He’s the kind of competitor who peaks when it counts.


  4. Casey Carlos – The Westerville North senior followed up a 15:50 5k last fall with a 4:13 in the 1600 at Regionals. As one of the region’s top returners, he has All-Region honors written all over him.


  5. Kole Hyer – Though he trailed teammate Logan Behm last cross-country season with a 16:01 5k PR, Hyer came alive on the track, running 15:28 for 5000m, 4:17 in the 1600, and 9:48 in the 3200. With another year of growth and the chance to keep pushing alongside Behm, Hyer looks ready to elevate his cross-country performances and add even more strength to their lineup.


  6. Austin Benedict – Benedict enters the season with a cross-country 5k best of 15:37, the third-fastest returning time in the region, as well as a 15:28 5k on the track. Even more impressive, he achieved these marks as a freshman, showing maturity and poise well beyond his years. With another year of experience and training, Benedict could be poised for a true breakout sophomore season.


  7. Gordon Kimberly – Kimberly holds a returning 5k PR of 15:48 and has run 4:25 in the 1600 and 9:27 in the 3200, showing plenty of range to remain competitive.


  8. Vansh Sethi – With a 5k PR of 15:52, a school-record 9:29 in the 3200, and a 4:26 in the 1600, Sethi has proven his range across events. Consistently leading his Berlin squad, he’ll look to carry that momentum into cross-country and anchor his team’s success.


  9. Logan Behm – With a 15:54 5k PR in cross-country and a strong 15:32 on the track, Behm has proven he can deliver over longer distances. He also owns a 4:29 in the 1600 and a 9:26 in the 3200, rounding out a balanced profile. Training alongside teammate Kole Hyer, Behm has the perfect partner to push him in workouts and races. If the duo translates their chemistry into results, both could rise in the individual rankings this fall.


  10. Graham Tyler – Part of powerhouse Dublin Jerome, Tyler didn’t have his best cross-country season last fall, finishing with a 16:13 5k PR. But his track season showed flashes of elite ability, with marks of 1:54 in the 800, 4:17 in the 1600, and 9:35 in the 3200. If he carries that track speed into the fall, Tyler has the potential to join teammate Ethan Ishida near the top of the regional leaderboard.


  11. Lincoln Kelly – Kelly enters the season with a 15:50 5k PR and strong distance chops, including a 9:28 in the 3200 and 4:35 in the 1600. Built for the grind of longer races, he will be another key piece of Dublin Jerome’s elite lineup. Kelly’s consistency will be vital as the Celtics aim to stay at the top of the Division I rankings.


  12. Sahil Kandhari – Kandhari was on a roll last cross-country season, steadily progressing to a 15:51 5k PR before an injury derailed his spring. Despite that setback, he still managed 4:33 in the 1600 and 10:04 in the 3200. If he returns to his fall fitness, Kandhari could easily slot back into the top 10 and help Olentangy Orange maintain its competitive edge.


  13. Anton Shishlo – Shishlo ran a 16:08 5k PR last year and showed his potential with a 4th-place finish at the OHSAA Preseason Invitational. On the track, he made a big leap, dropping his 1600 PR from 4:31 to 4:20. If he continues progressing at this rate, Shishlo could break into the top 10 and become a dangerous name in the individual race.


  14. Mack Weithman – A versatile runner with a 16:08 5k PR, Weithman’s track marks of 1:54 in the 800 and 4:17 in the 1600 highlight his middle-distance strength. With his raw talent and range, he has the tools to translate that speed to the grass this fall and emerge as a serious factor in big meets.


  15. Sid Sivakumar – Sivakumar holds a 16:18 5k PR and showed major growth on the track, running 4:25 in the 1600 and 9:46 in the 3200. Training alongside teammate Sahil Kandhari, he will look to step up as part of Olentangy Orange’s push to remain among the state’s best.


  16. Benjamin Jones – Jones recorded a 16:03 5k PR last season and capped his fall with a 9:52 3200 time trial. However, he struggled to put together a strong track season, suggesting he may have battled injury. If he can return to his 2024 cross-country form, Jones could re-establish himself as a regional contender.


  17. Ben Canales – Canales owns a 16:09 5k PR and added a 9:45 in the 3200, giving him a solid strength base. This fall, now as the fastest runner on his team, he will look to take charge of the lineup and move up the individual rankings.


  18. Tyler Stricker – With a 16:05 5k PR along with 4:33 and 9:54 bests in the 1600 and 3200, Stricker has already proven he belongs at the regional level. Pairing up with Aidan Green this fall, he’ll have the chance to develop consistency and climb the individual charts.


  19. Christian Passerini – Passerini posted a 16:10 5k PR last fall but struggled with consistency, fading late in the season. He also owns 4:33 and 9:57 PRs on the track. With strong summer training behind him, Passerini is poised to serve as a reliable No. 2 behind Vansh Sethi for Olentangy Berlin, a role that could be crucial to the Bears’ success.


  20. Liam Irvin – Irvin brings a 16:22 5k PR into the season, along with solid marks of 4:34 in the 1600 and 9:38 in the 3200. With those credentials, he has shown the endurance and speed to take the next step and become a more consistent presence in big races this fall.


Division 2 Rankings: 


  1. Cameron Carn - As the top returning athlete from last year’s Division II state meet, Carn enters 2024 ranked No. 1 with a 5k personal best of 15:55. On the track, he enjoyed an outstanding season highlighted by a runner-up finish in the 800 meters at the state meet (1:52) and a 1600m best of 4:18 from last indoor season. He will be searching for state meet success this fall.


  2. Lincoln Wilson - Wilson owns a 5k PR of 15:46 along with track marks of 4:31 (1600) and 9:45 (3200). As the second-fastest returner from last year’s state meet, he will be aiming for a strong individual finish in 2024 and could prove to be Carn’s closest challenger.


  3. Michael Kinzer - With a 15:52 5k PR and track times of 4:25 (1600) and 9:21 (3200), Kinzer brings one of the most complete distance résumés in Division II. With Dublin Scioto dropping down from Division I, Kinzer shifts from team battles to an individual spotlight. If he adapts quickly, he could leap into the state’s top tier.


  4. Austyn Fox - While his 16:09 5k best may not stand out, Fox’s track credentials do: 1:54 in the 800 and 4:23 in the 1600. If he can translate that speed to 5k strength, he could be one of the season’s biggest sleepers.


  5. Grant Hamilton - Hamilton brings consistency with a 16:09 5k PR and 4:30/9:48 track marks. More importantly, he recently beat Division I standout Austin Benedict at New Albany, a win that proves he can compete with the very best.


  6. Jack Hangen - With a 15:59 5k PR and 4:31/9:54 range on the track, Hangen is a reliable all-around performer. As the third-best returner from last year’s state meet, he has the experience to find himself back inside the top five.


  7. Rowan Smith - Smith owns a 16:00 5k PR and finished 65th at state last year. On the track, he ran 1:58 (800), 4:32 (1600), and 9:52 (3200). While not flashy, his range and steady improvement make him a dangerous dark horse.


  8. Anthony Shoaf - Shoaf ran 16:26 at last year’s Celtic Clash, then showed his talent on the track with 2:00 in the 800 and 4:26 in the 1600 — as just a freshman. He could be one of the biggest risers this season.


  9. Everett Lynch - Lynch has a 16:07 PR and finished 51st at state last fall. Though his track season (4:39/9:56) wasn’t as strong, if he sharpens up this fall, he could return to the state meet as a top-30 contender.


  10. Owen Comes - Only a sophomore, Comes already boasts a 16:22 5k and a 115th-place finish at state. His 4:31 in the 1600 shows big upside, and with another year of development, he’s one of the most intriguing underclassmen to watch.


  11. Mark Goode - Goode has a 16:25 PR and a 4:27 1600, finishing 80th at state last year. With veteran experience and improving speed, he’s a safe bet to move closer to the top 10.


  12. Lucas Steele - Steele owns a 16:22 PR and brings experience from last year’s D1 state meet, where he finished 153rd. He posted 4:36 (1600) and 10:08 (3200) on the track. Ranked 12th here, his goal will be to qualify for the D2 state meet while battling teammate Ryan Paes for position.


  13. Ryan Paes - Paes has a 16:22 PR and finished 127th at the D1 state meet last year. Though his track times (10:27/3200) were modest, he has proven toughness in big races and could return to contention this fall.


  14. Jack Flanagan - Flanagan’s 16:50 PR trails others on this list, but his 4:29 1600 points to untapped potential. After logging 70-mile weeks this summer, he could be one of the surprise risers of 2024.


  15. Benjamin Rose - Rose owns a 16:31 5k best and track marks of 4:42/10:15. He isn’t yet a proven front-runner but has the consistency to climb toward the top 10 with the right XC rhythm.


  16. Luke Hollis - Hollis, a strength-based runner, brings a 16:41 PR and a 9:58 3200. With his team ranked No. 1 in Division II, he now steps into the role of second runner and will be crucial in their push for postseason success.


  17. Brandon Engle - Engle ran a 16:58 PR and placed 134th at last year’s state meet. With a 4:39 1600 as a freshman, he has plenty of room to grow. Running for Jonathan Alder, ranked third as a team, he will play a big role alongside several teammates also on this list.


  18. Isaac Reash - Reash posted a 17:09 5k and finished 170th at last year’s D1 state meet. The younger brother of Dayton University’s Jacob Reash, Isaac has the genetics and potential to improve. With 4:44/10:16 on the track, he has the tools but needs to build more XC strength to contend.


  19. Caleb Martin - Martin’s 17:12 PR may look modest, but his speed (2:01/800, 4:29/1600) suggests a high ceiling. If he can carry that speed into the 5k, he could emerge as a breakout late in the season.


  20. Callum Sproul - Sproul has a 16:41 PR but was inconsistent last fall, averaging closer to 17:40. His track times (1:59/800, 4:34/1600, 9:52 indoors) show strong ability. If he can find consistency, he could move quickly up the rankings.


Division 1 and 2 Combined Rankings: 


  1. Mick Temple


  2. Ethan Ishida


  3. Brock Jarrett


  4. Casey Carlos


  5. Kole Hyer


  6. Austin Benedict


  7. Gordon Kimberly


  8. Cameron Carn


  9. Lincoln Wilson


  10. Michael Kinzer


  11. Vansh Sethi


  12. Logan Behm


  13. Graham Tyler


  14. Lincoln Kelly


  15. Austyn Fox


  16. Grant Hamilton


  17. Sahil Kandhari


  18. Anton Shishlo


  19. Mack Weithman


  20. Jack Hangen


  21. Rowan Smith


  22. Sid Sivakumar


  23. Benjamin Jones


  24. Ben Canales


  25. Tyler Stricker


  26. Anthony Shoaf


  27. Everett Lynch


  28. Christian Passerini


  29. Owen Comes


  30. Liam Irvin


  31. Mark Goode


  32. Lucas Steele


  33. Ryan Paes


  34. Jack Flanagan


  35. Benjamin Rose


  36. Luke Hollis


  37. Brandon Engle


  38. Isaac Reash


  39. Caleb Martin


  40. Callum Sproul

 
 
 

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