2011 Spartan Invitational Race Schedule and Assignments
The finalized race schedule and high school race assignments for the 2011 Spartan Invitational have been announced. Click here to find your team’s assignment. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your assignment, please contact Lisa Senakiewich (e-mail: senakei1@ath.msu.edu).
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Illini Win Bradley Open
The Fighting Illini women’s cross country team rolled past the competition at the Bradley Open in Peoria, Ill., on Friday, winning the three-mile race with 16 points. |MEET STORY
Orange and Blue Travel to Bradley Open
The Fighting Illini women’s cross country team will travel to its first road meet in Peoria, Ill., to compete in the Bradley Open on Friday. Meet Notes |
Orange and Blue Take Third at Illini Challenge
Illinois freshman Colette Falsey led the Orange and Blue as the team’s top finisher with a 12th place finish at the Illini Challenge on Friday at the UI Arboretum.
Tauro Crosses First at Michigan Open
Danielle Tauro claimed first in the season opener for the fifth straight season (redshirted 2009 due to injury after two events) at the 5,000-meter Michigan Open.
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Orange and Blue Take Third at Illini Challenge
Illinois freshman Colette Falsey led the Orange and Blue as the team’s top finisher with a 12th place finish at the Illini Challenge on Friday at the UI Arboretum.
McFarlane and VanDoorne Capture Jeff Drenth Crowns
The Michigan State cross country team opened its 2011 season on Friday, Sept. 2 in Mount Pleasant, Mich., with the Jeff Drenth Memorial hosted by Central Michigan. The Spartans saw a pair of individuals capture the individual 5k crowns in both the men’s and women’s races.
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Illini Open Season with Illini Challenge Friday at 6:30 p.m.
The Illini women begin the 2011 season at the UI Arboretum with the Illini Challenge at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Meet Notes |
2011 Women’s Cross Country Season Outlook
Fifth-year cross country coach Jeremy Rasmussen views this season as one unique from previous seasons as the 2011 Illini welcome five freshmen and return eight sophomores from last year’s squad.