Who's #1 is back with a whole new look for the 2016 cross country season. This week, Travis takes a look at the top speed rated performances and dives deep into the Southwest region to breakdown what we have learned so far and the implications those performances have at the national level with special guest, Alan Versaw of MileSplit Colorado.
Speed Round:
- Michael Vernau & DJ Principe & Kelsey Chmiel
Deep Dive:
- How vulnerable is American Fork?
- Big movement in Colorado
- Biggest challengers for American Fork
- Rising teams on the girls side and who still has something to prove
- If NXN SW was run today, which teams would auto qualify?
Included below is the full video chat with Alan. We go into more detail on the Southwest region. Talking about Foot Locker West, effects of altitude, comparison to California, and more.
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Who's #1 Topic Links
- Teams (American Fork, Davis, Mountain Vista, Timpanogos, Desert Vista, Monarch, Springville, Broomfield, Chandler, Rio Rancho, Air Academy)
- Athletes (Casey Clinger, Joseph Benson, Grant Gardner, Lauren Gregory, Allie Chipman, Allie Schadler, Brie Oakley, Michael Vernau, DJ Principe, Kelsey Chmiel)
- Meets (Cool Breeze, Arapahoe Warrior, Chandler Invite, UNM Lobo, Injury Fund Carnival, Lagoon Valley, Great Meadow, BYU Classic)
Full Video Chat with Alan Versaw
Conversation Topics
00:12 - Why is NXN SW so good at producing quality XC teams?
02:00 - Impact of elevation
03:38 - Using California as the standard
04:42 - Implications early season races will have on Foot Locker West
09:21 - What is more important for individuals in XC, Foot Looker or NXN?
12:00 - Should there be a Foot Locker at large bid when region conflicts with NXN?
12:53 - As a fan, what are you most excited for this season?
14:29 - Is NXN SW the best region in the country?