#3 Carter Libby (Gray-New Gloucester)
Class of 2024
2022 Results
- Class B State Champion - 16:50.13
- Class B Southern Regional 3rd - 17:21.43
- Southern Maine Classic 6th - 16:21.50
- New England Championship 120th - 17:20.60
Libby pulled off the upset to win the Class B state title a year ago. Carter won't sneak up on anyone this year but he's early-season fitness shows he's ready for a title defense. Libby ran 16:21.50 5k personal best last year and will look for him to take a shot at sub 16 this fall. On the track outdoor Libby clocked 4:22.03 for 1600m and 9:53..91 for 3200m. He placed second in the 1600m at states, and third in the 3200m at the Class B state meet. Carter has opened his 2023 season with a pair of wins and will be looking to repeat his postseason from 2022.
Getting to Know Carter
How has your summer training gone? Approximately how many miles have you logged?
My training has been going pretty well. I'm at about 365 miles so far.
What are you looking forward to during the 2023 XC season?
I'm looking forward to racing in a variety of competitions at bigger meets.
What are your goals for the season?
Get my school record in the 5k (15:53) and lead my team to a state qualification.
The biggest takeaway from the 2022 XC Season?
Anything can happen.
How do you stay motivated when you don't want to go for a run?
I think about my competition putting in the work and getting better than me.
Favorite XC Course?
Gorham XC Course (Southern Maine Classic)
Favorite Ice cream flavor?
Ice Cream Pizza from Beal's
What brand of shoe do you train in?
Nike Invincible 3
Favorite pre-race snack?
Peanut butter toast and bananas for breakfast. Goldfish and blueberries at the race.
What was your song of the summer?
L.E.S. by Childish Gambino or Where'd All The Time Go by Dr. Dog
