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Date: October 28, 2023
Location: Tallulah Falls, Ga.
Event: Women’s 6k
TALLULAH FALLS, Ga. – The Berea Mountaineers have secured their inaugural women's cross country championship title, an achievement driven by the remarkable performance of Madison Stonestreet, who has been recognized as the 2023 CCS Runner of the Year, clocking in at an impressive 23:12.30. This triumph marked a historic moment for the team, and the Mountaineers displayed their dominance by securing four of the top six positions in the competition. As a testament to their exceptional coaching, Head Coach Michael Thomas was honored with the prestigious title of CCS Women's Cross Country Coach of the Year.
Stonestreet's phenomenal victory not only clinched the championship for the Mountaineers but also set a high standard for her teammates. Muhorakeye Joyeuse, who was named the 2023 CCS Rookie of the Year, followed closely behind, securing second place with a remarkable time of 24:49.80.
The Mountaineers continued to impress, with sophomore Carah Anteck securing the fourth position and a time of 25:39.10, while freshman Erin Chambers claimed the fifth spot with a time of 26:09.70. Both of these exceptional athletes earned well-deserved spots on the All-CCS First Team.
Not to be outdone, juniors Jasiella Grandy (27:47.80) and Summer Bahr (29:04.30), along with senior Diana Angel Espinoza (27:57.00), managed to crack the Top 20 in this fiercely competitive event.
The depth of talent on the Mountaineers' roster became evident as Chrystal Cornwell (29:17.80), Liltoyria Bohler (29:44.40), Brooke Donley (29:56.10), Brianna Dowell (30:16.70), Leslie Estrada (30:35.30), and Ashley Bailey (33:13.00) rounded out the meet among a field of 56 skilled runners.
With this resounding victory, Berea is now preparing to harness their momentum as they gear up for the Great Lakes Regional on November 11
th in Norton, OH.
Complete Women's results:
- Madison Stonestreet – Berea; 23:12.30
- Muhorakeye Joyeuse – Berea; 24:49.80
- Skyler Seeber – Piedmont; 24:52.90
- Carah Anteck – Berea; 25:39.10
- Erin Chambers – Berea; 26:09.70
- Evangelia Berry – Covenant; 26:22.90
- Jaycie Ponce – Piedmont; 26:34.50
- Lydia Dorman – Covenant; 27:03.40
- Lauren Miller – Agnes Scott; 27:06.00
- Jocelyn Gartman – Covenant; 27:08.60
- Hannah Marlowe – Piedmont; 27:10.40
- Izzy Juda – Maryville; 27:16.90
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