Josie Welin (Jr., Oak Park-Forest)- Is on the rise at the right time in the 1600 and 3200. The 4:44.52 is a state leading time heading into Saturday's final. Welin is a front runner and will go after it regardless of the field and weather.
Ali Ince (Fr., Normal Community)- Another superstar is has been born after the amazing performance at the Distance Night in Palatine. Everyone remembers the 2:04.10 winning performance which is now the all-time best for IL. Ince is entered in three events this weekend.