Only the Beginning: Max Weber’s Early Journey at Illinois State

NORMAL, Ill. – Transitioning between high school and college can be intimidating, yet freshman Max Weber has been up to the challenge during the 2026 cross-country season. A high school graduate from Civic Memorial High School in Bethalto, Illinois, Weber has begun a new chapter in his life at Illinois State University this fall, officially signing back in November of 2025. Weber was extremely active growing up in southern Illinois. He competed in numerous sports at a young age, including cross country. “My mom said, ‘I’m just going to put you in every sport,'” said Weber. “I went to a…