Smith leads racers in the MVC Championship

Murray State's women's cross country team secured ninth place at the Missouri Valley Conference Championships in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Freshman Liz Smith led the Racers, finishing 32nd with a time of 21:34, which was the second-best 6K time in school history. The team faced stiffer competition than in previous encounters, ending their streak of four consecutive top-five finishes. Coach Jordan Johnston praised the team's strategy and individual performances, particularly praising Smith and teammate Alyssa Moore for their impressive results.

Through the numbers

• Liz Smith placed 32nd with a time of 21:34.5.
• Alyssa Moore placed 43rd with a time of 22:00.6.

state of affairs

• The Racers ended their streak of four top-five finishes.
• All but one runner improved or maintained their position from the 3,000km race to the finish line.

What's next?

Murray State will focus on leveraging the success of individual runners as they prepare for future competitions to build upon their performances at the MVC Championships. Continuous training and development will be critical as the team looks to improve its competitive position.

Conclusion

The team's performance at the MVC Championships highlights the growth potential of individual athletes, particularly promising young talent like Liz Smith. Going forward, racers will need to use their momentum to develop strategies for future competitions.