With crisp, cool weather and a flat, fast course, the Coppell XC teams went head-to-head against over 500 runners at this weekend’s meet. The Varsity Boys placed an impressive 4th overall, with Pranav Vegiraju finishing 2nd out of 400 runners. The JV Boys shined as well, taking 2nd place overall, led by Aiden George's 3rd place finish. Both the Varsity Girls and JV Girls battled through tough competition, earning strong finishes among the top teams.
Individual and Team Highlights
Varsity Teams:
5A 6A Varsity Boys (5k) – Finished 4th Overall (400 runners)
Top Performers:
- Pranav Vegiraju - 2nd place, 15:47
- Jayden Benjamin - 43rd place, 16:54
- Srivanth Rudrangi - 53rd place, 17:02
Coach Wren shared:
"The Varsity Boys did a fantastic job, especially given we had to rest a few runners due to illness. I’m really pleased with how the rest of the team stepped up. Pranav Vegiraju led us with a strong 2nd place finish. I’m excited about how Grant O'Neal, Jayden Benjamin, Srivanth Rudrangi, and Rodrigo Abrego performed. The team is coming together at just the right time, and I can’t wait to see them compete at Districts in two weeks."
5A 6A Varsity Girls (5k) – Finished 19th Overall (241 runners)
Top Performers:
- Mallory Sherrer - 45th place, 19:59
- Annie Reeder - 100th place, 21:19
- Rachel Arrington - 116th place, 21:37
Coach Wren noted:
"The Varsity Girls were led by Mallory Sherrer, who’s now had two solid races back-to-back. I was also happy with the performances of Annie Reeder and Avery Fishman. The girls are hitting their stride at just the right time of the season."
JV Teams:
JV Boys (5k) – Finished 2nd Overall (528 runners)
Top Performers:
- Aiden George - 3rd place, 17:45
- Sidharth Kerthipati - 13th place, 18:06
- Arya Khanna finished - 15th place, 18:09
Coach Wren highlighted:
"The JV Boys finished strong, securing 2nd overall. Aiden George led the team with an impressive 3rd place finish, closely followed by Sidharth Kerthipati and Arya Khanna. Scoring just 70 points in such a competitive meet was a great achievement."
JV Girls (5k) – Finished 8th Overall (400 runners)
Top Performers:
- Ava Garcia - 14th place, 22:04
- Rhea Bala - 26th place, 22:31
- Shreya Shah - 38th place, 22:58
Coach Wren remarked:
"The JV Girls placed 8th overall, with all five scoring runners being freshmen! Ava Garcia ran her best race of the season, leading the way, followed by Rhea Bala, Shreya Shah, Vanini Agarwal, and Carolina Saenz. I’m really looking forward to seeing this young group perform at Districts next Friday."
Coach Wren’s Thoughts
We always enjoy competing at the Jesuit XC Classic. The flat course and strong competition provide a great test for our team. We now have two weeks to train and prepare for the most important meet of the season. Despite some recent injuries and illnesses, I’m optimistic that many of our runners will be back in time for Districts. The team is eager, and I’m confident we’ll finish the season on a high note. I’m excited to see both our boys and girls compete against the best runners in our district next Friday.
Looking Ahead
As we pass the midpoint of the cross-country season, the team’s hard work is paying off. Our younger runners have gained valuable experience, and our sophomores, juniors, and seniors continue to lead by example. We’re excited to see what we can achieve at the upcoming District competition. Until then, we’ll keep pushing forward. Go Cowboys! Go Cowgirls!
Contact Information
For more details or to support the team, please contact:
Patricia Chi
Email: chi.patricia@gmail.com
Phone: (469) 831-3709