The Sidney Cross Country team started the season in strong fashion, dominating the standings at the Panhandle Classic at Riverview Golf Course on Thursday, August 26. The Sidney Boys took first place out of 9 teams, with a score of 18. Senior Cameron Brauer led the pack for the boys, with a first place finish at 17:07.62. Seniors Dan Bashtovoi and Mitch Deer finished fourth and fifth at 17:39.08 and 17:39.81.

The Sidney Girls finished second with 30 points, behind first place Chadron with 24 points. The girls were led by sophomore Talissa Tanquary who placed second with a time of 20:48.99....