
Terps Secure Best Finish in 20 Years at NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regionals
11/10/2023 1:58:00 PM | Women's Cross Country
LEHIGH, PA - The Maryland cross country team wrapped up an impressive showing at NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regionals, finishing in 8th place, marking the Terps' best finish at the meet since 2003. 3 runners finished in the top-50 out of nearly 200 runners in one of the most competitive regions in the country.
Junior Katie Altieri was the first Terp to cross the finish line in 37th place with a time of 20:56.8. She was closely followed by Anna Coffin, who also ran sub-21 minutes finishing in 39th place.
Freshman Rose Coats was the third Maryland runner across the line in 47th place, while Katie Turk also ran strongly finishing inside the top-60 in 59th place. Sophia Zell was the fifth and final scorer for Maryland while Hannah Mack and Amanda Eliker also competed for the Terps.
Every individual finished off the season with their best 6k time to date in this final competition.
Coach's Comments:
"There is no better way to end a season than to finish off with everyone running their absolute best. This team has embraced our goals from the start of the season and fought hard to complete the job."
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Junior Katie Altieri was the first Terp to cross the finish line in 37th place with a time of 20:56.8. She was closely followed by Anna Coffin, who also ran sub-21 minutes finishing in 39th place.
Freshman Rose Coats was the third Maryland runner across the line in 47th place, while Katie Turk also ran strongly finishing inside the top-60 in 59th place. Sophia Zell was the fifth and final scorer for Maryland while Hannah Mack and Amanda Eliker also competed for the Terps.
Every individual finished off the season with their best 6k time to date in this final competition.
Coach's Comments:
"There is no better way to end a season than to finish off with everyone running their absolute best. This team has embraced our goals from the start of the season and fought hard to complete the job."
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