In their final meet of the regular season, the men's and women's cross country teams posted nine personal-best scores in preparation for the ACCC D2 Championships on October 24.
 
Both teams participated in the Warhawk Invitational hosted by Calhoun Community College on Thursday, October 9.
 
Each team posted their best time of the season at the meet held at the Oakville Indian Mounds Park in Danville.
 
"Today was a big step for our team and program at the Warhawk Invitational," said Wallace head cross country coach Ryan Slaymaker.
 
"The group is rounding into form for the upcoming ACCC Championship Race on October 24."
 
The men's team finished with a total of 2:56:54 in the eight kilometer race. The Running Govs were led by Eric Baker with a time of 31:12.4 followed by Kenon Douglas with a time of 31:23.2. Douglas, Malachi Bell (34:10.5), Bryce Morgan (37:30.3), and Jarell Woods (42:38.1) posted personal bests.
 
The Lady Govs posted a 5K time of 2:43:30 to beat their best team score by over three minutes. Teagan Slinker finished the race with a time of 28:40.3 for her best time of the season. Slinker's teammates also finished with their best times of the season: LaTerria Adams (31:24.3); Marissa Bollon (33:29.3); Emma Johnson (34:18.80; and Star Citlahua (35:42.3).
 
I'm extremely proud of the work this group has put in, Slaymaker said following the meet.
 
"We are not the most experienced team but our athletes have shown a lot of character and that is what is leading to their success and development."
 
"I'm extremely proud of the work they've put in this season and excited to see what they can do at our conference meet."
 
The Running Govs will travel to John Hunt Park in Huntsville on October 24 for the ACCC D2 Cross Country Championships.
 
Race results: Warhawk Invitational Results