Staples Boys Cross Country Undefeated in FCIAC Regular Season for Fifth Year in a Row

The Staples Boys Cross Country team completed an undefeated dual meet season today, beating Darien, St. Joseph and Norwalk at home to finish with a 15-0 record. The team has amassed 95 straight wins over the last five years under the leadership of Laddie Lawrence, who celebrates 50 years of coaching the cross country/indoor-outdoor track programs at Staples High School. The varsity team took the top seven places, with junior Nick Taubenheim leading the way. Hewa followed by Teddy O’Kane, Morgan Fierro, Luke Lorenz, AJ Zuckerman, Henry Haas and Ryan Smith. The boys novice team also completed an undefeated season, posting the top seven finishers in today’s race. The Cross Country team now enters the championship season, including FCIACs and the state open meet in the weeks ahead. Pictured: At the start of the race, Staples captains led the way—(l-r) AJ Zuckerman (‘19), Luke Lorenz (‘19), Henry Haas (‘19) and Ryan Smith (‘19).  (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo