In one of the largest cross country meets in the entire state of Missouri, the Cottey Comets held their own. The Comets finished 11th in a field that included multiple NCAA Division II national champion programs, and some Division I programs. 

Madalenn Fee was the top Comet finisher in 27th, running a time of 19:14 to lead the team. Avery Morris was the next Cottey Comet to cross the finish line, taking home 63rd place. The Comets had a run of teammates all finish between 21:43 and 22:01, with Mikaela Fabey, Joliette Johnson, Jessie Mick, and Hannah Hayduk all putting in solid times. The race was a 5K, just shorter than the new 6K championship distance instituted last season. 

The Comets now turn their attention to Columbia, MO and the Gans Creek Classic. This race is a good preview of the National Championships, which will be held on the same course. The race is scheduled to begin at 10:15am on Friday, September 27th.