Terre Haute, IN — The Batesville High School boys and girls Cross Country teams opened their 2021 seasons on Saturday at a 30-team invitational hosted by Terre Haute South High School.
The Bulldog boys placed 16th while the girls came in 11th.
The boys were led by Benjamin Moster, who came in 26th overall, followed by Ean Loichinger at 56th; Daren Smith, 95th; Kyler Daulton, 141; Jake Chapman, 168; Will Nuhring, 174 and Isaac Trossman rounded out the top seven at 181.
The girls were led by freshman Kaylynn Bedel, who crossed the finish line in 10th place at an impressive 20:05. Maria Lopez was next for the Dogs in 44th place, followed closely by Megan Allgeier at 46th. Sophie Myers was next at 99th, followed by Lily Pinckley and Madison Rahschulte at 162 and 166, respectively. Finishing out the top seven was Ella Moster at 213.
Batesville will compete at Greensburg against the Pirates, along with North Decatur and South Decatur this Thursday (August 19) at 5 pm.
(Information from Batesville Cross Country Coach Lisa Gausman)