Congratulations to our 2016 MN State Cross Country Qualifiers! Sophomore Erika Swanson came in 3rd place, and 9th-grader Jerilynn Simmer took 7th at the Section 5A Cross Country meet yesterday in Milaca. These two diligently put in the summer miles, trained consistently, and raced solidly all season. We are so happy to see them rewarded for their hard work, in such a fun and exciting way. St. Olaf, here they come! <3
Congrats also to the Nighthawk women's team (Swanson, Simmer, junior Naomi Brenden, sophomore Lindsey Pavlish, 9th-grader Marielle Chamberlain, junior Christine Chamberlain, and junior Sienna Chernyavsky) for placing 10th out of 18 complete (scoring) teams and setting a new Nighthawk team-time record! Personal best performances were made by Brenden and Pavlish as well as sophomore Phillip Kippley and senior Anthony Sixta from the men's team.
It's been a season of growth and transition, and we're pleased with the way our student-athletes have stepped it up in leadership, athleticism, and sportsmanship. Every season is a gift, and we're thankful for the many ways our team families and local community have supported this program.
