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The Emporia State Hornets are set to compete in their final regular season cross country meet at the FHSU Tiger Open on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Tiger Cross Country Course in Hays, Kansas.
This event marks the first time the meet will be held at this venue, following previous locations such as the Rolling Ridge Cross Country Course and the Sand Plum Nature Trail.
The race will finish on the Alex Francis Track.
Meet Details
| Event | Time (CDT) | Distance | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Race | 9:15 AM | 8K | Tiger Cross Country Course, Hays |
| Women’s Race | 10:00 AM | 5K | Tiger Cross Country Course, Hays |
Last Performance: Griffon Invitational
At the Griffon Invitational, both the men’s and women’s teams finished fourth in the team standings.
Men’s Top Finishers:
- Treyton Laurance – 10th place, 26:36.35
- Carson Fouard – 13th place, 26:54.54
- Lucas Kreutzer – 22nd place, 28:03.07
- Evan Benoit – 27th place, 28:32.17
- Jack Harty – 28th place, 28:34.38
Women’s Top Finishers:
- Mason Bina – 11th place, 19:19.31
- Brooklyn Nolte – 17th place, 19:38.31
- Emma Bartholome – 18th place, 19:43.75
- Heidi Grimmett – 31st place, 21:02.25
- Valyrie Freeman – 32nd place, 21:08.56
Team Insights
Under Head Coach Justin Hill, in his second year, the Hornets have developed a mix of experienced upperclassmen and talented underclassmen. Four of the top five finishers in each meet have been freshmen or sophomores, showing the depth of the team.
Mason Bina has led the women’s team for nine straight meets, while Treyton Laurance has been a key performer for the men.
Looking Ahead: MIAA Championships
After the Tiger Open, Emporia State will compete at the MIAA Championships on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Four Oaks Golf Course in Pittsburg, Kansas. The women’s 6K race starts at 10:00 AM, followed by the men’s 8K race at 11:00 AM.
This championship provides an opportunity for the Hornets to aim for higher conference placements and showcase their season-long growth.
The FHSU Tiger Open is a crucial final regular season meet for the Emporia State Hornets. With strong performances from both the men’s and women’s teams, the Hornets are building momentum ahead of the MIAA Championships.
Fans and supporters can look forward to a competitive and exciting showdown as the team aims to finish the regular season strong.