PASCO – Samantha Williams had just ran 5,000 meters, but that number wasn’t how she measured her journey.
The gap between 98 and five is what brought tears to the Skyview sophomore’s eyes on Saturday.
One year ago, Williams was way back in the pack, placing 98th at the WIAA State Cross Country Championships at Sun Willows Golf Course.
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