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Screencaps Jr. Breaks 12‑Minute Mark in Local Cross‑Country Meet
A standout performance at the regional meet shows the school’s senior runner is poised for a strong season.
On Saturday afternoon, a cross‑country event that drew 238 runners saw local athlete “Screencaps Jr.” set a new personal record of 11 minutes, 45.30 seconds. The 6th‑place finish was 30 seconds faster than his previous best, according to the athlete’s coach and local sports blogger Joe Kinsey. Kinsey, who was battling a lingering flu at the time of writing, highlighted the achievement as a bright spot in a quiet, drama‑free meet.
The event, held in the fall at a high‑school track and field stadium in the region, was part of a larger invitational that saw the student’s team clinch first place overall. The team’s top finisher posted a 10‑minute, 49.60‑second time—just two seconds shy of the school record, indicating that the squad may have a promising season ahead.
A Quiet Race, a Quiet Season
Kinsey noted that the meet was devoid of the “mom‑yell” drama that sometimes accompanies youth competitions. “We didn’t see a single mom yelling “Get the kids!” at the invitational,” he wrote in a post that circulated among local sports fans. The quiet atmosphere was a relief to participants, many of whom were recovering from the flu that had kept the blogger himself at a reduced capacity.
The athlete’s performance also came at a time of heightened interest in the school’s cross‑country program. The seniors and juniors have been praised for their steady improvement, and the 12‑minute benchmark has long been a coveted target for the team’s upper‑classmen.
8th‑Grade DC Trip: $1,500 for a Full Experience
In related news, Screencaps Jr. shared a flyer announcing an upcoming 8th‑grade trip to Washington, D.C. The flyer, which requires a QR code scan to reveal dates and cost, lists a $1,500 price that includes three nights’ hotel, bus travel, admissions to attractions, and all meals unless otherwise specified. Organizing the trip, the group WorldStrides promises to provide families with shareable Facebook links for fundraising. Kinsey expressed frustration with the “cookie” authorization process, but confirmed the cost details.
Beyond the Track
While the primary focus of the meet was the athletes’ performance, the community also engaged with other local sports stories. A video of a youth football game in Pittsburgh sparked discussion about coaching decisions, and a separate incident involving a Wisconsin parent storming a football field drew attention to parental involvement in youth sports. However, these events did not intersect with the cross‑country meet.
Contact and Follow‑Up
Joe Kinsey, who chronicled the event and the DC trip flyer, can be reached via email at joe.kinsey@outkick.com. His social media presence—spanning YouTube, Twitter/X, Instagram, and Facebook—offers ongoing coverage of local high‑school athletics.
About the Athlete
While the article does not identify the school name, the athlete’s moniker “Screencaps Jr.” suggests affiliation with a local sports program that emphasizes community engagement. His record‑breaking run positions him as a key contributor to the team’s prospects for the coming season.
This story was reported by Maine News Now, drawing on local coverage and athlete updates.