Ottumwa Hosts 2nd Annual Lighted Links Cross Country Race

Athletes participating in the Ottumwa Cross Country Race at night under bright lights.

News Summary On September 20, 2025, Ottumwa celebrated its 2nd Annual Lighted Links Cross Country Race at the Ottumwa Golf and Social Club. The evening was filled with cheering crowds as Iowa’s only lighted high school cross country meet showcased the skills of young athletes. Teams from across the state participated, highlighting the competitive spirit […]

Coco Bucklin Breaks Cross Country Record in Sunburst

Runners on a cross country trail in Montana

News Summary Sunburst, Montana, welcomes the remarkable achievement of eighth grader Colette ‘Coco’ Bucklin, who shattered the Sunburst High School cross country record at the Shelby Marias XC Meet. Completing the 5K course in just 20:16, Coco now ranks number one in the State C standings. Her hard work and dedication, along with family support, […]

Wyoming High School Cross Country Thrives in Week 5

High school runners competing in a cross country race in Wyoming

News Summary In Week 5 of the Wyoming cross country season, excitement is palpable as local teams prepare for a busy schedule of both in-state and out-of-state competitions. The Glenrock XC Invitational, Shana Ward Memorial XC Invite, and Warrior XC Invitational are the highlights, promising competitive spirit and sportsmanship. Additionally, athletes are set to showcase […]

Versailles Triumphs at Tour De Sewer Cross Country Event

Runners competing in the Tour De Sewer cross country event in Versailles

News Summary The annual Tour De Sewer cross country event in Versailles showcased outstanding talent and team spirit on September 20. With around 20 local schools participating, the Versailles boys and girls teams both emerged victorious, maintaining their undefeated records. Individual highlights included impressive performances from junior Jackson Spitzer and junior Ava Rismiller, who both […]

Local Runners Shine at Warrior Twilight Tune-Up Invitational

Runners competing in a cross country race at an invitational event

News Summary Elizabethtown’s cross country scene is ablaze with talent as local athletes excelled at the Warrior Twilight Tune-Up Invitational at Warwick Middle School on August 23, 2025. Notable performances included Dante Checco clinching third in the 3A race with an impressive time of 16:07. Other standout competitors were Liam Hodge and Reagan Gates, who […]

Cross Country Teams excel in Virginia and North Carolina

High school cross country runners in a race

News Summary High school cross country teams from King George and surrounding areas showcased their talent at multiple invitationals over the weekend. The King George boys’ team secured 15th place at the Hare & Hounds XC Invitational, while the girls’ team finished 12th. Other highlights include Noah St. Julien’s sixth-place finish at the Fork Union […]

Manchester Invitational Showcases Local Cross Country Talent

Cross country runners competing at the Manchester Invitational

News Summary The 50th Manchester Invitational at Derryfield Park highlighted the skills of high school cross country teams from New England. With 103 schools competing, Hopkinton’s Maddy Lane claimed the Girls Small School title, while Coe-Brown Northwood Academy took the Boys Small School title. The event served as an important marker in the season as […]

Zarian Rodriguez Aims to Defend Cross Country Title

High school cross country runners competing on a trail

News Summary Zarian Rodriguez of Hamilton is gearing up to defend his state cross country title as the season commences. His recent performance showcased his dedication, clocking 15:29.6 at the Western Equinox Invitational. As a key leader for the Hamilton Huskies, Rodriguez emphasizes teamwork and hydration strategies. Ranked among Arizona’s top runners, he focuses on […]

Lily Alder Clinches Victory at the Woodbridge Cross Country Classic

Runners competing at the Woodbridge Cross Country Classic 2023.

News Summary The 44th Woodbridge Cross Country Classic saw over 500 high schools competing, with Lily Alder from Timpview, Utah, winning the Bob Day Girls Sweepstakes race. Alder finished with a remarkable time of 15:40 flat, narrowly defeating La Jolla’s Chiara Dailey by just 1.6 seconds. The event showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition among […]

Carson and Lake Norman Charter Shine at Pfeiffer Invitational

High school athletes competing in a cross country race at the Pfeiffer Invitational.

News Summary The Pfeiffer Invitational saw remarkable performances from high school athletes, with Carson and Lake Norman Charter dominating the races. Eric Gillis from Carson won the boys’ race, while Lake Norman Charter’s Aimery Coffey triumphed in the girls’ division. The competition featured over 240 runners and showcased impressive times and strong team scores, including […]