Former Land O’ Lakes High cross country and track and field athletes reunited at the Flapjack 5K at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex on Dec. 11.
Lee Stephens, who graduated in 1998, claimed first place at the event by running a 16:23.
“Lee is the grandfather of Land O’ Lakes cross country history,” said Land O’ Lakes cross country coach Kris Keppel. “Lee was on my very first team as a freshman back in 1994.”
Several area student-athletes also ran in the event. Wiregrass Ranch junior Ermias Bireda took third place by finishing in 16:58, while Gators sophomore Jake Poore ran a 17:20 to finish in fourth place.
