NOTRE DAME, Ind. – The Lewis University women's cross country team claimed the small school championship at the National Catholic Invite on Friday (Sept. 19), finishing first among non-Division I programs and second overall.
In the process, the Flyers made history by defeating Loyola for the first time ever, posting a team score of 69 points.
Junior
Mary Edwards (Indianapolis, Ind./North Central) led the way with a 15th-place finish, clocking 17:51. Senior
Josephine Bober (Lockport, Ill./Lockport) followed in 19th at 18:10, while fellow senior
Kate Guderjan (Frankfort, Ill./Lincolnway East) placed 21st in 18:16. Senior
Madilyn Calloway (Rochester, Ind./Rochester Community) added a 23rd-place finish in 18:22, and junior
Katie Melzer (Yorkville, Ill./Yorkville) rounded out the Flyers' scoring in 28th at 18:41.
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Lewis heads to Cedar Rapids, Iowa to take part in the Seminole Valley Stampede on October 4th.
50 YEARS OF WOMEN'S ATHLETICS
Lewis University is also organizing several alumni and family events throughout the women's athletic seasons to commemorate this historic milestone. These special gatherings will provide an opportunity for former athletes, families, and supporters to reconnect and celebrate the achievements of women's sports at Lewis. The scheduled events include:
- Women's Soccer Alumni Day (Oct. 17)
- Women's Volleyball Alumni Day (Nov. 14)
For the latest news and updates on Lewis women's cross country, visit LewisFlyers.com and follow the Flyers on social media at @Lewisxctrack on Instagram and @LewisWXC on X.
