(Atlantic) — Regardless of humidity and heat Tuesday, the Atlantic Cross Country Team held their time trials. The results were a massive improvement from last year’s team and impressed Head Coach Dan Vargason.

The depth revealed from Tuesday was a pleasant surprise. Coach Vargason sees the competitiveness from this group and the leadership from athletes like Claire Pellett.

Pellett noted the improvement from her teammates during the time trials Tuesday morning. Different athletes made efforts to not walk and be competitive. The larger number of runners this year’s gave Pellett pride on what they can accomplish.

Coach Vargason is looking forward to Saturday’s meet at Glenwood. He wants his team to use it as an opportunity to train and show some guts.

The Trojan Cross Country team starts their season Saturday, August 26 at Glenwood.