Valdosta State finished ninth in the men’s race and 10th in the women’s at the Gulf South Conference Cross Country Championships. The men placed one spot ahead of their preseason projection, while the women matched theirs. Several Blazers set personal bests, led by freshman Liam LeBrocq and junior Emma Burnett.

By the Numbers
  • Men: 9th place; preseason projection: 10th.
  • Women: 10th place, matching their preseason projection.
  • Liam LeBrocq led the men in the 8K, placing 53rd in 26:20.3.
  • Emma Burnett led the women in the 6K, placing 39th in a personal-best 23:16.7.
  • Four Blazers recorded personal bests: Mason Brown, Emma Burnett, Ella Burnett and Carly Storie.
What’s Next

Valdosta State turns its attention to the NCAA Division II South Region Championships on Nov. 21.

Bottom Line

The Blazers closed the conference meet with a modest gain for the men, a steady result for the women and individual personal bests to build on heading into regional competition.