Faith Academy’s Sophie McCannon first at cross-country meet
Faith Academy of Marble Falls sophomore cross-country runner Sophie McCannon won the Austin St. Andrew's meet. Courtesy photo
AUSTIN — Faith Academy of Marble Falls cross-country runner Sophie McCannon placed first, while Abraham Lewis set a school record at the Austin St. Andrew’s meet Sept. 13.
McCannon won the girls varsity race in 12 minutes 2.9 seconds.
“Sophie ran a great race and was mentally ready for the sloppy conditions,” said her father and head coach Steve McCannon. “She stuck to the game plan and looked strong throughout the race. I am proud of her. Sophie has a hunger to get better and is willing to sacrifice and work for it. She made a strong statement today to our rivals.”
Lewis, who was competing in his first 5-kilometer race, set a new school record for the boys by finishing a 3.2-mile course in 20:15.30.
“Abraham ran well,” the coach said. “He is learning more every day about cross country. The sky is the limit with him. I am really proud of him.”
Three Lady Flames missed the meet because they were taking a college entrance exam. That’s why McCannon was the only varsity runner.
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RESULTS: Girls varsity—1, Sophie McCannon, 12:02.9. Girls junior varsity (320 runners) – 62, Kristina Lane, 14:58; 114, Danyelle Morris, 15:51.6; 164, Halle Shumate, 16:51.9; 190, Emily Eppler, 17:38.9; Jessica Beckner, 19:28.6. Boys junior varsity – 43, Abraham Lewis, 20:15.30
QUOTABLE: “Very good experience for our young team to run against 6A schools in a crowded race. We will need to take advantage of that experience at our state meet,” Faith Academy head coach Steve McCannon said.
RECORD: Abraham Lewis set a new school record in the 3.2-mile course in 20:15.30.
UP NEXT: Allen Academy Invitational at Tonkaway Ranch, 16373 Tonkaway Lake Road in College Station, Sept. 20