The Royals are Crowned as the Section XI Class D Championships

It has been a banner year for Port Jefferson, and the Royals cross country program has added another impressive accomplishment to the school’s athletic history.

Both the Earl L. Vandermeulen High School boys and girls varsity cross country teams captured Section XI Class D championships, giving Port Jefferson a sweep of the county titles.

Having both teams finish at the top of their respective fields is a tremendous achievement and a reflection of the hard work, dedication and teamwork that have carried the Royals throughout the season. The boys and girls squads each rose to the occasion when it mattered most, bringing home championship honors and giving the Port Jefferson community plenty to celebrate.

The double championship also gives the Royals an opportunity to represent Suffolk County on an even bigger stage. Both teams will now turn their attention to the New York State Championships, scheduled for Friday, November 14, at Queensbury High School.

The state meet will bring together some of the top cross country programs from across New York, and Port Jefferson will have both its boys and girls teams competing for statewide recognition.

It has already been a memorable season for the Royals, but with two county championships secured and a trip to the state meet ahead, there is still more running to be done.

Port Jefferson has proven to be one of the top Class D cross country programs in Suffolk County, and now both teams will get the chance to see how they stack up against the best in the state.