RHS CROSS COUNTRY HISTORY

            In 1953, Boys’ cross country was in its first year and coached by Frank Purdy.  In 1954, the team placed 3rd at State.

            Girls’ cross country championships began in 1970.  Jim Crumpton of Canyonville Bible Academy proposed a state cross country championship for girls.  Mr. Crumpton received approval from OSAA to hold the first girls’ meet on November 14, 1970.