XC Countdown 2024: Clara White (Orono High School)

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#7 Clara White (Orono High School)

Class of 2026


2023 Results

  • Class C State Meet 4th place (19:19.82)
  • Class C Northern Regional 4th place (19:58.19)
  • Festival of Champions 33rd place (19:58.48)
  • New England Championship 71st place (19:31.14)


White had an excellent sophomore season that saw her finish fourth in the Class C state meet. Clara helped the Orono Red Riots to another team title and ran a personal best of 19:19.82 for 5k a year ago. With her sister Rith graduated look for Clara to step into the top spot for Orono and vie for a top three finish in 2024. On the track, this spring she placed 7th in both the 1600m and 3200m at Class C states, throughout the season she ran 5:32.09 and 12:08.09. Expect White to continue to improve this fall and once again be one of the top harriers in the state.

Getting to Know Clara

How has your summer training gone? Approximately how many miles have you logged?

My summer training has been good. I really like mixing up my training in the summer to prevent injuries and keep things fun, so I've been roller skiing and biking along with running.

What are you looking forward to during the 2024 XC season?

I am looking forward to spending time with my teammates and seeing what we can accomplish this season, individually as well as collectively.

What are your goals for the season?

My goals for this season are just to have fun and be part of the team.

Biggest takeaway from the 2023 XC Season?

My biggest takeaway from the 2023 season is to always remember that the race isn't over until you cross the finish line, and that it can be anyone's race.

What's the best piece of advice you've gained from your coaches?

The best piece of advice I've gotten is to be patient with training and to trust the process because progress takes time.

Favorite XC Course?

Belfast because I love the energy that comes along with racing there, especially at Festival of Champions.

Starbucks, Aroma Joe's or Dunkin?

None, I don't drink coffee.

What spikes do you race in?

Saucony Kilkenny XC 9's

Favorite pre-race meal?

Pasta

What was your favorite moment from the Olympics?

The men's 1500 final was super exciting to watch especially because of how competitive it was.
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