Massachusetts
Massachusetts runners go 1-2 at Foot Locker Cross-Country Northeast Regionals
It marked the second time Massachusetts runners claimed the top two spots in the boys’ race, following Cushing Academy brothers Ayalen Taye and Sintayehu Taye in 2005.
After battling for the lead with Phillips Academy Andover senior Tam Gavenas for most of the race, Graffeo pulled away in the final mile to win in 15:00 flat at Franklin Park, with Gavenas holding on for second (15:16).
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