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On October 3, 2025, Fairmont High School’s cross country teams showcased their impressive skills at the I-90 Invitational, with both the boys’ and girls’ varsity teams clinching first place. The boys scored 29 points and the girls 42, exceeding expectations. Key performances included strong finishes from several runners, with noteworthy times and placements. This event boosts their confidence as they prepare for future competitions.

Fairmont, A City on the Move!

On an exhilarating day at the Cedar Creek Park, the Fairmont High School cross country teams put on a stunning display of athleticism and teamwork during the I-90 Invitational held on October 3, 2025. If you thought the summer heat was impressive, you should have seen these runners deliver a performance that left spectators buzzing with excitement.

Victory on Two Fronts

Both the boys’ and girls’ varsity teams conquered their 5K races, taking home the first-place trophies. The boys led the charge, wrapping up the day with a total score of 29 points. Meanwhile, the girls’ team breezed through their race, scoring 42 points, surpassing even the most optimistic expectations. All this from a school known not just for its smarts but now for its remarkable runners too.

The boys’ team display was nothing short of a commanding victory, according to Coach Moeller. It’s not every day a coach can sit back and watch his team dominate the field like this. If the boys were looking for a confidence boost as they approach the latter part of the season, they definitely found it at this race!

Girls Steal the Show

On the girls’ side of things, excitement was palpable as Coach Moeller initially anticipated a top-two finish given their recent rankings. To say he was thrilled with the first place would be an understatement; it was a sweet icing on the cake. The girls’ effort produced several remarkable finishes that had fans cheering from the sidelines.

Sophomore Brooklyn Stone soared to fifth place with a time of 22:45.2 while eighth-grader Delaney Klug wasn’t far behind, finishing seventh in just 23:00.9. The competition was fierce, and the girls continued to show up with grit. Sophomore Avery Steuber snagged a tenth-place finish at 24:29.6, displaying real spirit and tenacity.

A dash towards the finish line awaited Senior Kendra Blomster and Freshman Natalie Griffey, who sprinted neck-and-neck and secured 15th and 16th places with times of 25:06.7 and 25:14.5 respectively. Meanwhile, Junior Feven Hoyer finished 19th at 25:40.9, and eighth-grader Addison Lintelman wrapped up the impressive performance for the girls, coming in at 21st with a time of 25:44.7.

Boys Team Shines Bright

The boys’ team also boasted a lineup that couldn’t be ignored. Eighth-grader Cole Hanson earned a commendable second-place finish clocking in at 17:55.3. Another standout was Senior Cooper Gudahl who came in third with just a couple of seconds added to his clock at 18:00.5. The competition saw Sophomore Devin Hanson finish strong at fifth with 18:34.9.

Freshman Holden Junkermeier continued the string of impressive finishes, wrapping things up in seventh place at 19:20.4, while a commendable effort was put forth by Sophomore Michael Hamlet who finished 12th at 20:20.0.

Rounding out the boys’ performance were Junior Jonas Krist and Junior Leon Yang, finishing 22nd and 23rd with times of 21:13.2 and 21:13.6 respectively. Coach Moeller highlighted not only the team’s impressive finish but also noticed several personal bests among the lads.

Looking Ahead

As Fairmont’s cross country teams build on this fantastic momentum, their eyes are set on the next race. Mark your calendars because the next meet will be at the Jordan XC Invitational on Tuesday, October 14, with races scheduled to kick off at 4 p.m. If this performance is anything to go by, the future looks bright for the Fairmont runners. So, lace up those shoes and throw on your support gear – this team is on their way to continuing their winning streak!

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