Game Summaries & Headlines.
Girls Varsity Cross Country Finish 4th at State
1 month ago @ 8:14PM
- Game Date
- Nov 2, 2024
Under beautiful racing conditions, the Eagles gave their all at the XC State Meet this past Saturday and finished in 4th place.
Leading the charge for the Eagles was junior Lilah Poel. Running a smart race, Lilah ran 18:42 and finished in 24th place to secure another All-State finish. She was followed by junior Ellie Scholma, who ran a courageous race to finish 39th in 19:04 while recovering from illness. Junior Annika TerBeek continued her amazing season by finishing 40th in 19:05. Sophomore Zoe Hoekstra closed with a killer kick finishing 49th in 19:11. Sophomore Lucy Waalkes continued her comeback with a great 67th place finish and a season-best time of 19:35. Freshman Maggie Scholma (147th) and Lydia Visker (160th) continued their amazing rookie seasons by running 20:37 and 20:49.
The energy from the non-racing Eagles was equally inspiring. Cheering from the sidelines with vibrant posters, they brought an infectious spirit that motivated their teammates and exemplified the team’s commitment to love and support one another.
As the season concludes, the Eagles can take immense pride in their accomplishments and the challenges they have overcome together. Their dedication and teamwork have not only led to a remarkable finish but have also fostered lasting bonds. With heads held high, the Eagles look forward to the future, celebrating the journey they’ve shared. To God be the glory!