Cross Country Teams Show Determination
On a brutally hot day on an incredibly tough course, the Muhlenberg cross country teams competed in the Centennial Conference Championships.
On a brutally hot day on an incredibly tough course, the Muhlenberg cross country teams competed in the Centennial Conference Championships.
Despite the conditions, the Mules showed great heart, determination and toughness.
"The course was more difficult than we expected, but we persevered in tough conditions and focused on placement rather than time," said junior women's co-captain Lauren House.
Freshman Raam Ravishankar (pictured above left) was Muhlenberg's top runner and the eighth freshman overall.Senior Caiti Kinnear (pictured above right) was the top finisher for the women for the sixth time in six races this fall.
Players Mentioned
Players Mentioned
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