Star juniors set pace for Cabrini's runners

by Meghan Merkel assistant perspectives editor

Basketball didn't do it for junior captain Lauren Dean. Softball didn't either. Running a 6:18 mile in her eighth grade gym class first inspired Dean to become a member of the track team.

These ~ays she is more than just a member.

This season Dean won the Belmont Classic, the Cabrini Invitational and the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference championships.

"I couldn't have asked for a better season," Dean stated. "I had to battle several minor injuries. Fortunately, I was able to compete in all but one race."

For those that know Dean, know that running is more than just a sport to her. She can be found at Dixon Center frequently. She is the one on the treadmill for what seems like hours. championships Bull had the lead for four and a half miles but was defeated.

Rain, snow and cold weather don't even play factors in her training. "It was pouring out and there was Lauren, out running by Villanova," junior Kelli Duffy commented.

Junior Jason Bull is also one of Cabrini's extraordinary runners. His track days began in junior high to keep him busy afterschool.

This year, however, he made sure that did not happen. He improved his time by 40 seconds to win the PAC championship. He also won the Cabrini and Misericordia Invitationals.

Dean held onto her PAC title again this year.

"It was just something to do for fun, but it became an addiction," Bull explained.

Last year at the PAC Junior Jason Bull also finished first at PACs, making it a "double-shot Saturday" for Cabrini.

Fortunately for Cabrini, both of these cross-country stars are returning next year and hope to lead Cabrini to yet another PAC title.

After they graduate both Dean and Bull plan to continue their training, whether it be in competitive clubs or marathons.