by Brandon Kreusch

The Barron Perspective recently caught up with senior captain Jesse Martinez to talk about the season he’s having with the boys’ cross country team.

Barron Perspective: Which position do you hold with the team?

Jesse Martinez: I’m currently the captain of the cross country team.

BP: When did you join cross country?

JM: I joined cross country in my sophomore year.

BP: Why did you join cross country?

JM: I joined cross country because both my brother and sister did it and I did well during the track season.

BP: What are you hoping to get out of cross country?

JM: I hope to get a scholarship and improve my 5k times.

BP: Do you have any personal goals this season?

JM: I’m looking to improve my 5k time to under 17 minutes […].

BP: Are you and your team looking to improve anything this season?

JM: We are looking to improve our record to 8-0, undefeated. We are currently 4-0.

Editor’s note: The Barrons finished the dual meet season with a record of 7-1.

BP: Where do you see the cross country team at the end of the season?

JM: At the end of the season, I see my team winning the White Division championship.

BP: What is your favorite part about cross country?

JM: My favorite part about cross country is winning 1st place and getting an adrenaline rush in the beginning of my race.