By Harry Fisher – Sports Editor

Jonathan Law senior cross country runner Claire Moulton recently took seventh place with a time of 21:28 at State Championships, which helped her qualify for the State Open Championships at Wickham Park. At the State Open Championships, Moulton ended up running a 21:16, shaving 12 seconds off her time and helping her to be named All-State for the third time. 

This year, Moulton was the only senior on the girls cross country team and she served as the team captain. In this role, she motivated the team to do their best and led by example. She has set several school records in her four years on the team and ended her career with another banner-worthy performance. Advocate Sports Editor Harry Fisher interviewed Moulton about her final cross country season.

Harry Fisher: What motivates you to keep running?

Claire Moulton: My Coach and teammates they have helped me throughout my four years and wouldn’t have been able to do it without them”.

HF: What was your favorite cross country moment?

CM: My favorite moment were our pasta parties then our pre-meet kickball games.

HF: What advice do you have for future cross country athletes?

CM: To keep going and it’ll be over before you know it. So take it in and make sure you have good teammates that will support you.

HF: What will you miss most about your time running at Jonathan Law?

I’m going to miss the team. I’ve gotten really close to everyone and going to miss our kickball games and our long runs were would just talk about our day the whole time.”

HF: Were all of your goals accomplished throughout the year?

CM: Yes, all my goals I had were accomplished, including getting All-SCC and going and going All-State all for the fourth and third time (respectively).