On Nov. 23, some of the top-ranked Division 1 men’s and women’s cross country teams competed in the National Championship meet at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Cross Country Course in Madison, Wisconsin....
Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief
• September 30, 2024
Rim Rock Farm, sitting amongst the most revered cross-country courses in America per NCAA, is soaked in history and tradition. The Kansas Jayhawks' home course captivates spectators and runners alike with...
As the sun set into the horizon at Rim Rock Farm on Sept. 6, life at the farm was at its high as coach Steve Heffernan and his cross country team held their annual overnight campout — a tradition that...
The cross country team is looking to carry on the legacy of a very successful program. After getting 7th in state last season, the boys did not finish the way they wanted, but they have been working hard...
Lawrence, KS, one of many midwest cities currently trapped inside a heat zone, has broken its own heat index record twice in the span of a week with index temperatures reaching up to 135 F. Small, everyday...
Four Free State cross-country runners received a nomination for Northeast Kansas High School Runner of the Year.
“They run year-round and don't miss many days and are always willing to go that extra...
Led by seniors Allison Babbit and Ben Shryock with the highest scoring runs, cross country went to state. This season is the 18th time that boys have qualified and 19th for girls. Girls came in an...
Freshman Emma Yackley has a full schedule of all advanced classes, including two math classes. Additionally, she’s a dedicated soccer player. In order to juggle school and sports, she often stays up...
From the long, sweaty runs in the hot August sun, the yearly team campout and helping out at the state meet, senior Hayley Boden has had countless memorable moments during her time on the cross country...
Season in Review:
Gymnastics
The gymnastics team finished the season defending their state title for the third time in the last four years. This was also the second consecutive title for the girls.
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![During the cross country campout, senior Greta Barnett runs the Rim Rock Course. Every year the cross country team travels to Rim Rock to run the course and promote team bonding. “The campout is such a great way to start the season and first build the [Free State Cross Country] community,” Barnett said.](https://www.fsfreepressonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Velasco_XCcampout_9_06.jpg-18-1200x620.jpg)
