Chief Sealth Teams Dominate Metro League Championships
The girls cross country team secured a league title while the boys took second place in Seattle.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Running
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Chief Sealth International High School saw stellar performances at the Metro League 2A championships held at Lower Woodland. The girls team claimed the league title, while the boys team finished second in a tight competition.
Why it matters
Success at the league level marks a significant milestone for the program as runners prepare for the upcoming postseason. With 11 athletes earning All-Metro honors, the school demonstrates deep competitive strength.
Ziko Kraft secured the boys individual title with a 16:55 time, followed by Harper Mapes at 17:18. In the girls 5k, Elena Phillips finished second at 21:09, with Lillian Stowell taking third at 21:28.
The players
Chief Sealth International High School
This Seattle-based public secondary school provides a diverse educational environment and maintains a competitive athletic program.
Ziko Kraft
He is a student athlete at Chief Sealth who achieved the fastest time in the boys individual 5k competition.
Elena Phillips
A cross country runner for Chief Sealth, she led the team efforts by finishing second in the girls 5k race.
The details
The girls squad secured their third consecutive title, cementing their regional dominance. The boys team earned their runner-up finish following a challenging three-way tiebreaker process at the championship site.
Timeline
The Metro League 2A cross country championships occurred on October 22, 2026.
The teams will compete at the Sea-King District Championships on October 29, 2026.
Season Trajectory
These results dictate the Sealth program's seeding heading into the Sea-King District Championships. The top-tier finishes solidify their position as contenders for state-level qualification during the final postseason push.
Eleven runners have now qualified for individual accolades based on the top 14 finish threshold set by league officials. These results determine which athletes advance to represent the school at the upcoming district meet.
The takeaway
Consistent performance at the league level is essential for securing a strong seed in high-stakes district competition. Athletes looking to progress should focus on maintaining race times that align with these top-three benchmarks.
What happens next
The cross country teams are scheduled to compete at the Sea-King District Championships on October 29, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local athletic developments, visit the Running section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by West Seattle Blog....
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