Cross-country runners stop their race to help opponent across finish line - ABC News
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The high school athletes said they didn't hesitate to stop and help an opponent.
The high school athletes said they didn't hesitate to stop and help an opponent.
Cooper Erickson and Ethan Olds of Stevens Point Area Senior High in Wisconsin showed incredible sportsmanship when they stopped to help a competitor from a rival school who fell during a race.
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Cross-country runners stop their race to help opponent across finish line - ABC News
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High school cross-country runners help fallen competitor cross finish line l GMA
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