How do runners compare to each other state to state and across regions? In the chart below, we list the top overall girls runner in each state so far through 2017. While some names won't surprise you, others may. Learn about some of the nation's top talent below.
Notes:
- A New York athlete owns the nation's top time
- An athlete from Liberty High School owns a state No. 1 in two different states
- A California athlete owns the nation's top 3-mile time
- Connecticut's No. 1 athlete has run just one 5K in her career
- Only two state No. 1s are under 17 minutes for 5K
- There are 23 state No. 1s under 18 minutes
- Alaska is just a few days away from its state championship
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
The Best (Early Season) Girls In The 5K In Every State
