By Matt Browning

Jonah Godina of Hutchinson Trinity Catholic was voted the Wichita Small School Cross Country Runner of the Year. Godina received more than 1,000 votes, which was nearly 88 percent of the overall vote.

“It was an honor to be nominated along with all these great runners from the Wichita Area,” Godina said. “And thanks to my friends and family for voting for me and believing in me.”

Godina had two second place finishes on the season and two more third place finishes, including at regionals. Godina’s best time was 16:39.

“I am happy with how my season as a whole has been, although it started out pretty rocky, I have been able to bounce back and get back on track,” Godina said.

Godina has made substantial leaps throughout his high school career. His freshman year personal record was 18:29 and he improved it to 17:08 as a sophomore. This year his time has improved by 29 seconds.

Outside of cross country and track, Godina also is involved in Key Club and is the Student Council vice president.

Godina hopes to continue to run in college and he wants to study Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine.