I decided to run boys who had not made the trip to Mt. SAC in a Condor League meet on a very difficult, demanding course.  Varsity runners and we coaches were on hand to cheer them on and as the race unfolded I was struck by the great effort and tenacity shown by these runners-on-the-way-up our cross country ladder.  Their courage and toughness were inspirational to our top seven girls and boys and added so much to a team culture designed for success.  We all saw that often the most important contributions come from the rank and file — unsung soldiers.