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Aidan Puffer wins his first two State Open titles, Sheehan girls win their first Open championship – Hartford Courant
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Champs Sports Cross Country Championships - Videos - Aidan Puffer 21st Place Boys Championship 5K - Foot Locker Cross Country Championships 2019
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Aidan Puffer wins his first two State Open titles, Sheehan girls win their first Open championship – Hartford Courant
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