We ran in the UAH Invitational at the Oakville Mound course this past weekend. The men won their race in a squeaker beating UAH 47-55. The women finished 3rd in their race.
The men's race was exciting and we didn't find out until the awards ceremony who had won. We had 4 runners break 27' for the 8K race. Freshman David Farist who had previously run 16:45 was not able to make the trip but that gives us 5 runners who have broken 27' this year - the first time that has happened since I assumed the coaching duties 5 years ago. It is a sign that we are on the right track - we are getting more talented runners and they are working hard - a great combination. Additionally, we have 2 other runners who are close to breaking 27' but just haven't been quite able to do it yet.
We were able to beat UAH, who were ranked ahead of us in the South region rankings. So, we should be able to move up a bit in the rankings this week. If we do, it will be the highest ranking in school history. The trick, of course, is to end up high in the rankings - they are based soley on finish at the NCAA regional 10K being held this year at Sharon Johnston Park in Huntsville. The win did a lot of good for our team's confidence and should help a lot as we head into our pre-conference training cycle.
The women had a bit of an off day - no one ran quite up to their capabilities. I know they have a good bit more in them and I am hoping it comes out at the conference meet in 2 weeks.
I always love going to Oakville Mounds - it is a special place with the Indian culture and lore permeating the grounds. With the burial mounds right on site, it is an almost eerie kind of atmosphere whenever I go there. Coach Cain (UAH) said he would try to host an annual meet there and I definitely would look forward to going back again.
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