FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 30, 2025
PITTSBORO, N.C. — The energy was high and the competition fierce as middle school runners from across Chatham County came together for the Chatham County Schools
Middle School Cross Country Championship on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, hosted at Seaforth High School.
With cheering fans, dedicated coaches, and a beautiful fall backdrop, the meet highlighted both individual excellence and strong team performances.
Team Champions
Girls Team Champion: George Moses Horton Middle School
Girls Team Runner-Up: Margaret B. Pollard Middle School
Boys Team Champion: Margaret B. Pollard Middle School
Boys Team Runner-Up: Silk Hope School
Top Individual Finishers – Girls Division
Amaya Millikan (Margaret Pollard MS)
Harper Triece (George Moses Horton MS)
Emmanda Vandell (Margaret Pollard MS)
Ava Vernon (George Moses Horton MS)
Ashlyn Reid (George Moses Horton MS)
Savanna Tolman (George Moses Horton MS)
Ari White (Silk Hope)
Top Individual Finishers – Boys Division
Nikhil Seligman (Margaret Pollard MS)
Coleson Smith (Margaret Pollard MS)
Reef Freeman (Margaret Pollard MS)
Braylon Walton (Margaret Pollard MS)
Gage Dispenette (Silk Hope)
Grant Schmeiser (Margaret Pollard MS)
Anthony Zumano Garcia (Silk Hope)
Superintendent Dr. Anthony D. Jackson praised the student-athletes for their commitment and teamwork:
“This event reflects the incredible dedication of our students, coaches, and school communities. These young athletes exemplify the spirit of Chatham County Schools – resilient, determined, and inspiring.”
Chatham County Schools congratulates all participating runners for their hard work and sportsmanship and extends special recognition to the top finishers for their outstanding achievements.
For more information about CCS’s Athletics, please contact CCS’s Public Information Officer, Jessica Pasión, at (919) 542-3626 or visit www.chatham.k12.nc.us/page/athletics.
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Contact:
Jessica Pasión
468 Renaissance Drive
Pittsboro, NC 27539
Phone: (919) 542-3626
About Chatham County Schools
Chatham County Schools serves more than 8,900 students across 20 schools in central North Carolina. With a commitment to excellence, equity, anπd engagement, the district works in partnership with families and the community to prepare ALL students for success in college, careers, and life.