Individual Summary - UIL Region 1-1A Girls XC Championship

The Region 1-1A Girls Cross Country Championship in Lubbock saw several standout performances in a fast-paced and fiercely competitive individual race. Kyla Slaughter of Happy captured the individual title with a time of 12:53.30, a remarkable performance by the freshman who led the race wire-to-wire and qualified for the UIL State Meet as an individual. Right behind her was Shealee Brannon from Claude, a senior who clocked 13:07.70 and also advanced individually.

Hallie Irons of Guthrie, who helped lead her team to a regional title, finished third overall with 13:28.10 and was the top individual from a team qualifier. She was followed closely by America Flores of Hart and Emerie White of Lenorah Grady, both finishing in nearly identical times to earn individual state berths.

Other notable state-qualifying individuals included Makayla Chaney (White Deer), Melody Rampley (Silverton), and Yalexii Cisneros (Hart), all finishing in the top 10 and not on qualifying teams. Rounding out the list of individual state qualifiers were Joey Harrington (Meadow), Hartley Battey (Turkey Valley), and Gracee Henderson (McLean), all of whom secured their spots with top-13 overall finishes.

Updated Top 10 Individual Finishers

Updated Individual State Qualifiers (Non-Advancing Teams)

Region 1-1A Girls XC Championship Recap - Lubbock

The team race was one of the tightest of all regions, with the top four teams battling not only for podium spots but also for survival in the top four.

Guthrie HS claimed the regional championship with a team score of 103 points and an average time of 14:23.90. Behind the strong performances of Hallie Irons and Jewel Johnson, Guthrie showed depth and cohesion across their lineup.

Just behind them, Texline secured second place with 108 points and a team average of 14:31.00. Led by freshman Samantha Young (7th overall), Texline's pack running proved key in holding off the rest of the field.

Nazareth finished third with 134 points, boosted by consistent efforts from Madison Brockman and Bridget Osterkamp, who led the team to a solid average of 14:47.90.

The final state-qualifying spot came down to a razor-thin margin, with Petersburg narrowly claiming fourth place with 144 points. They edged out Lenorah Grady by just 7 points, and White Deer by only 2 more, highlighting just how crucial every finish place was. Petersburg's steady scoring five held on to earn the trip to state with an average of 14:56.30.

This was one of the most dramatic finishes in any region, with over 40 runners across three teams separated by only 10 points - a true showcase of Texas 1A cross country grit and strategy.

Region 2-1A Girls

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The Region 2-1A Girls Cross Country race in Arlington was headlined by a dominant performance from Jace Chisum of Jayton, who surged to victory in a blazing time of 12:03.35. The senior set the tone early and never looked back, crossing the line with a commanding lead to earn the individual regional crown and lead her team to a state qualification.

The race for the remaining top spots was highly competitive, with Danni Ruiz of Menard finishing second in 12:16.15, the fastest time among non-team qualifiers. She was closely followed by Presley Parker of Mertzon Irion County, who placed third in 12:51.84. Both earned individual state meet berths as runners, not on state-qualifying teams.

Other top finishers included Camryn Gray and Raelee Rister from Clyde Eula, finishing fourth and fifth, respectively, while Roby's Saylor Smith and Jayton's Maci Scott added to the competitive firepower of the top 10.

The depth of Region 2-1A was on full display as ten runners from non-qualifying teams also earned their spots to the state championships. Notables include Taytum Chambless (Menard), Zoey Alvarez (Westbrook), and a strong trio from Mertzon Irion County: Presley Parker, Harper McDowell, and Natilee Hernandez.

With a mix of experienced seniors and rising underclassmen, this group of qualifiers has set the stage for a highly competitive showing at the upcoming UIL State Meet.

Updated Top 10 Individual Finishers

Updated Individual State Qualifiers (Non-Advancing Teams)

Region 2-1A Girls XC Championship Recap - Arlington

The team competition at the Region 2-1A Girls Cross Country Championship in Arlington brought a strong showing from perennial contenders and emerging programs, all battling for the top four qualifying spots to the UIL State Meet.

Clyde Eula captured the regional championship with an outstanding team score of 64 points and an average team time of 13:28.92. Led by Camryn Gray (4th overall) and Raelee Rister (5th overall), the Lady Pirates demonstrated exceptional consistency through their scoring five, all of whom finished in the top 25. Their tight spread and speed made them the clear top team in the region.

Garden City placed second with 94 points and an average time of 13:45.44. Powered by senior leaders Claire Eggemeyer, Sadie Fuchs, and Emy Schwartz, Garden City showed strong pack running that kept them ahead of the field. The team had all five scoring runners finish inside the top 30, which gave them a comfortable margin for the runner-up spot.

Jayton, behind individual champion Jace Chisum, finished third with 118 points and an average time of 13:46.12. Chisum's first-place finish gave Jayton an early boost, but it was the effort of their 3rd through 5th runners - all finishing in the top 40 - that secured their state qualification.

Roby rounded out the top four with 147 points and an average team time of 14:08.75. Led by Saylor Smith (6th overall) and Berklee Lummus (10th), Roby overcame a more spread-out back half to edge out other competitors for the final state meet berth.

Each of these teams showed grit and strategic pacing on the Arlington course, and they'll now prepare to face the state's best in Round Rock. 

Region 3-1A Girls

Individual Summary - UIL Region 3-1A Girls XC Championship

The Region 3-1A Girls Cross Country individual race in Arlington featured a tightly contested battle for the top spots, with Bellevue's Mattie Broussard taking the individual regional title in a time of 12:32.43. Broussard, only a sophomore, ran a smart and aggressive race to edge out senior Aubree Scott of Huckabay, who finished second in 12:53.97. Both were among the ten individuals not on state-qualifying teams who earned spots at the UIL 1A State Meet.

Third place went to Laynee Allgood of Rising Star (13:11.46), with freshman Kallin Woodley of Sidney (13:16.59) and Paisley Griffith of Neches (13:33.44) rounding out the top five individual qualifiers. The race also saw strong showings from athletes representing teams that did qualify, including Addison May (Cumby Miller Grove), Jaelynn Miller (Saltillo), and Taylor Johnson (Sulphur Bluff), each placing within the top 10 overall.

This group of individual qualifiers, representing small but competitive schools, showcased resilience and standout performances under championship pressure.

Updated Top 10 Individual Finishers

Updated Individual State Qualifiers (Non-Advancing Teams)

Region 3-1A Girls XC Championship Recap - Arlington

In the team competition, Saltillo captured the Region 3-1A title with a score of 86 points and an average time of 14:31.03. Their consistent depth, led by Jaelynn Miller's 8th place finish, proved decisive, especially with four runners finishing in the top 30.

Cumby Miller Grove followed in second place with 120 points, bolstered by freshman Addison May, who placed 7th overall. Their pack running kept them ahead of Sulphur Bluff, who secured third place with 136 points, led by sophomore Taylor Johnson.

Newcastle clinched the fourth and final qualifying spot with 148 points. Their charge was spearheaded by sophomore Allison Melton, whose 5th-place finish was vital in helping her team edge past the competition for the last state-qualifying berth.

The battle between second and fourth places was especially tight, with just 28 points separating all three teams - a testament to the intensity and balance of Region 3-1A cross-country competition this year.

Region 4-1A Girls

Individual Summary - UIL Region 4-1A Girls XC Championship

The top 10 individual finishers at the Region 4-1A meet in Corpus Christi delivered standout performances, with most coming from the four qualifying teams. Sophia Ramirez of Tilden McMullen County led the pack with a commanding first-place finish, followed closely by her teammate Emily Torres, helping their team clinch the regional title. Ava Johnson and Lily Martinez from Jonesboro played a crucial role in their team's narrow qualification, finishing 4th and 6th overall.

Beyond the team competition, ten runners from non-advancing schools earned individual state berths by finishing among the top individuals not on qualifying teams. Natalie Garcia from San Isidro was the highest-placing individual qualifier, finishing 3rd overall with an impressive time of 12:48.91. Emma Hernandez from Zavalla followed in 9th, also securing her spot at state.

Other notable individual qualifiers include Brooklyn Young of Zephyr, Hailey Watson of Utopia, and Aria Sanchez of Brookeland, all of whom ran smart, tactical races to stay ahead of the cutoff. Their achievements highlight the depth of talent across Region 4, proving that even athletes from smaller or less-represented programs can rise to the challenge.

*** This is an unofficial list of advancers

Region 4-1A Girls XC Championship Recap - Corpus Christi

The UIL Region 4-1A Girls Cross Country Championship brought top talent from across the region to Corpus Christi, showcasing competitive spirit and team depth. With the top four teams earning qualification to the UIL State Meet, every point mattered on the sandy trails of Dugan Track Complex.

Tilden McMullen County dominated the field, securing the regional championship with a near-perfect score of 25 points. Their top five runners all placed in the top 10, led by finishers in 1st, 2nd, 5th, 7th, and 10th, resulting in a combined time of 1:06:27.20, a commanding performance that made them the clear frontrunners.

Aquilla claimed the runner-up position with 111 points, a strong team showing anchored by top finishes in 8th, 16th, and 17th. Their consistency across the pack helped them edge out the rest of the field and secure a trip to the state meet.

Moulton placed third with 155 points, thanks to a balanced effort that saw five runners finishing between 13th and 38th place. Their cumulative time of 1:17:27.05 proved fast enough to comfortably earn a qualifying spot.

Jonesboro earned the fourth and final team qualifying spot with 185 points, just narrowly holding off Comstock, who scored 188. The three-point margin came down to key late-race placements, with Jonesboro's runners taking 4th, 6th, 42nd, 64th, and 69th. The effort was just enough to survive the final challenge and punch their ticket to the state championships.

This razor-thin margin highlights how every individual finish counted, especially in tightly packed team standings. Jonesboro's slight edge in having two runners in the top six may have been the decisive factor.