By FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION
EMPORIA, Kan. – The Fort Hays State women’s cross country team took first place, in their second consecutive race, in the Emporia State Invitational on Friday (Sept. 27).
At the conclusion of the race, the Tigers found themselves in an even draw with Rockhurst, both teams scoring 37. The Fort Hays State victory came down to a head-to-head matchup. FHSU runners Abigail Stewart and Brooke Navarro solidified the race win, finishing in the two two places with times of 20:14.1 and 20:23.5, respectively.
The black and gold ended the day with an average time of 20:43.
Coming in just behind the Tigers, was Rockhurst with an average time 20:47, and Emporia State who held the third position averaging 21:04 finish.
Following their two first place victories, Fort Hays State will remain at home for their next race on Oct. 12. The FHSU Tiger Open is scheduled for a 9:00 a.m. start in Hays, Kan.