6. They Won NXN, Can Loudoun Valley Win The AAU DMR?
(AAU Boys DMR)
It is amazing how much difference a year can make. This year, with 4:04 Miler Sam Affolder at the helm, it looks like The Jungle (Loudoun Valley) will be the team to beat in the Distance Medley Relay (12-4-8-16). They have the other legs to not only win but chase the national record as well too with Peter Morris, Jacob Hunter, and Colton Bogucki all fighting for a spot on the relay team.
The name of the game though will be give your anchor the biggest lead possible with NXN runner-up and 4:01 miler Brodey Hasty anchoring Brentwood's club team. Last year he put on the jets for the win and this year he could do the same with a decent group of guys running before him.
Both of these teams are joined by a staggering four other teams seeded at 10:30 or better already this indoor season. That includes clubs from Bishop Shanahan (PA), Ocean Lakes (VA), St. Peter's (NY), and Mount Tabor (NC).
This special AAU event has big shoes to fill after last year's US #1 race but it certainly has the depth and speed to be the best one yet.