Here is a look at the 2025 Herald-News area boys cross country teams.

DWIGHT

Head coach: Larry Lane

Key returner: Joe Faris, jr.

Key newcomer: David Allen, fr.

Worth noting: Faris has qualified for state the last two seasons for the Trojans , while Allen was an IESA state qualifier last season. ... Coach Lane: “We are a small team with strong upperclassmen and four freshmen with good potential and determination to improve. The runners are showing much improvement week to week.”

JOLIET CATHOLIC

Head coach: Jason Midlock

Key returner: Chris Corsi, jr.

Worth noting: Corsi’s best time for the Hilltoppers last season was 17:53. ... Coach Midlock: “The team is trying to gain fitness and improve their personal times.”

JOLIET CENTRAL

Head coach: Doug Cherry

Key returners:

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