Henry Ilyasova to Represent Manitou Springs at State Cross Country Meet
Zak Talbot, Copy Editor
October 25, 2019
High school athletics offers a lot to those who participate and give their greatest effort. Everyone who braves the physical challenges brought on by sports gain advantages such as mental toughness, leadership skills and much more. Though, only a few get to experience the glory that comes with being...
Cross Country Narrowly Misses State at Regionals
Kaitlyn Davidson, Senior Reporter
October 31, 2017
The Manitou Springs High School (MSHS) Cross Country team ran Regionals at Shining Mountain Golf Course in Woodland Park. Going in with high expectations, Naiya Budler (12) was focused on the team making state. "We really need to put our best performances today because there are really, really tough...
Girls’ Cross Country Places 1st at Florence Invitational
Kaitlyn Davidson, Senior Reporter
September 18, 2017
In the 97 degree heat, September 12th, Manitou Springs Cross Country team battled for victory in Florence. All members of the large team ran varsity. The girls performed especially well, with noticeable finishes from Dana Gutierrez (9) placing 4th, Braeden Lewis (12) placing 5th, and Naiya Budler (12)...
Annual Regional Cross Country Meet Brings Powerhouse Teams
David Misyura, Reporter
October 25, 2016
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ayjkkijrwGo Reaching the critical point of regionals on the 20th of October, Manitou's cross country team made great strides in effort and spirit. This was a crucial meet for the team because their performance determined whether or not they'd be going to state, ultimately...
Cross Country Excels at Coronado Cougar Classic Meet
Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
September 27, 2016
Manitou Cross Country attended The Coronado Cougar Classic meet on September 22 at Monument Valley Park. The 5,000 meter race was hosted by Coronado High School and held remarkable results for the Manitou team. The Girls Cross Country team placed first out of seven Division two teams with 47 poin...
Students Participate in Winter Series
Sita Ahlen, Sports and Activities Editor
March 18, 2016
Pikes Peak Road Runners, an organization run by the larger branch of Road Runners of America prides itself on promoting and advocating personal fitness through running. This group administer education, training, and volunteer opportunities. The club is open to everyone, who pays an annual membership of 20 doll...
Girls’ Cross Country Qualifies for State
Ashley Rodriguez, Senior Reporter
October 23, 2015
The cross country team ran Regionals at Pueblo this week. The girls got third place at Regionals, qualifying them for state for the second year in a row. Jen Cole (11) was ecstatic about getting state. The girls' team ran exceptionally well, even though most of the team is injured or sick. ...
Sports Profiles: Cross Country Runners Naomi Stevens and Kaitlyn Davidson Seek to Find Their Strengths
Gianni Truscelli, Reporter
October 21, 2015
Cross Country runners Kaitlyn Davidson (10) and Naomi Stevens (11) are teammates for the MSHS cross country program. They seek to excel from their weaknesses and keep moving with their strengths. Davidson believes that her strength is endurance, and she needs to work on her speed. Her mindset...
Girls Finish Second in League Cross Country
Ashley Rodriguez, Senior Reporter
October 20, 2015
Cross country Leagues went as expected. The whole team has been training hard for this race and did exceptionally well. Their leagues race was last Friday, October 16, in Florence. The girls' team got second place in the race, falling straight after the Salida girls' team, who got first place. Most girls ...
Cross Country Places 2nd at Pathfinder Park
Lizzy Anderson, Senior Reporter
September 18, 2015
After last year's successful season, the Cross Country Team is looking forward to an even better season this year. On Tuesday, September 16, The boys' and girls' Cross Country Team traveled to Florence to Pathfinder Park for the Huskie Invite. Juniors Jared Keul and Naomi Stevens achieved 5t...
