Here is a look at the 2025 Herald-News area girls cross country teams.

JOLIET CATHOLIC

Head coach: Jason Midlock

Key returners: Mary Kate Moran, jr.; Haylie Bernhard, jr.; Ella Heinen, sr.; Kate Munday, sr.

Worth noting: Bernhard’s best time for the Angels last season was 19:39, while Moran’s best was 19:43. ... Coach Midlock: “We are trying to build on their state appearance last year through strong pack running. They have put in good summer miles that will pay off in the fall.”

JOLIET WEST

Head coach: Renae Batsch-Haaker

Key returners: Paola Gonzalez, jr.; Caitlin Podell, jr.; Briahn Klobnak, sr.; Erin Sanderelli, so.

Worth noting: Gonzalez and Podell have already posted personal-best times this season for the Tigers , while Santerelli was a state qualifier and an All-S

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