Location: Pincushion Mountain, Grand Marais
Top Individuals: Noah Smith (North Shore, 16:54), Nolan Haney (Duluth East, 17:29), Isaac Swanson (North Shore, 17:30)
The Skinny: With the graduations of Jake Paron and Ethan Olson, and with Wyatt Rauvola not attending this year, the race is Noah Smith's for the taking. The new lowstick for North Shore will be the strong favorite for the win after taking 32nd at State last year and helping North Shore to a semi-stunning 5th-place finish. He's also projected to help the team defend their home turf against Duluth East in the small meet, but it could be a tight battle.
GIRLS
Virtual Meet Projection: Duluth East (33), North Shore (43), Proctor (44)
Top Individuals: Molly Weberg (Duluth East, 19:49), Rebecca Miles (Duluth East, 19:53), Sydney Binsfield (Proctor, 20:03), Autumn Smith (North Shore, 20:13)