On Saturday, Alma College hosted the MIAA Cross Country Championships at Pine River Country Club. In ideal running weather and on a favorable course for the runners, the Scots' Men's team finished fourth at 143, while the Women's team finished fifth at 136.

The highest finisher for the Scots was Jr. Garrett Lacy, who finished ninth at 25:37 and earned Second Team All-MIAA honors for his efforts this season. Next up for Alma was Fr. Nicholas Butcher, who crossed the finish line in 14th place with a score of 25:54.

On the women's side, all five runners finished between 21st and 34th place at the end of the day. In order, they were: Jr. Julie Helm (21st), So. Anna Sall (24th), Fr. Misty Godby (27th), Sr. Taylor Corbett (30th) and Sr. Shelby Harris (34th).

The Great Lakes Regional is scheduled for November 12, with further details to follow.