Olney Tigers Cross Country

🐅 Olney Tiger XC – State Recap! 🐅

What an incredible day for our sophomore runners at the State Meet! They showed up big time and made the future of Olney Cross Country look so bright! 🌟 Each one ran an amazing race, crushed their PRs, and gave it everything they had all the way to the finish line. While we’re sad to see the season come to an end, the memories made this year will last a lifetime. Your coaches and teammates are so proud of you! 🧡🖤

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🌟 Varsity Boys Highlights (235 total runners)
• Quaid Berger – 5th | 14:18.72 (PR!) – All-State! 🏅
• Judah Dicks – 44th | 15:11.07 (PR!)

🌟 Varsity Girls Highlights (236 total runners)
• Isobella Stevens – 82nd | 18:50.64 (PR!)

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Next up, the boys plan to run a few post-season races before jumping into track training, and Bella will be gearing up for a big track season of her own!

Let’s go, Tigers! 🐅🧡🖤

✨🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Good luck to our Olney Cross Country runners Quaid, Judah, and Bella as they compete at the State Meet tomorrow, November 8, at Detweiller Park! ✨

📍 Detweiller Park, Peoria
👟 Girls Race: 11:00 AM
👟 Boys Race: 12:00 PM

You’ve trained all season for this moment. Go give it everything you’ve got and finish on empty! 💪🔥

🐅Olney Tiger XC 🐅
Sectional Recap

What a season it’s been for our Tigers! 🧡🖤 For our final team race of the year, we wanted to share one combined post to celebrate all of our amazing runners. Competing in one of the toughest sectionals in the state, our Tigers gave it everything they had — and we’re thrilled to have three runners advancing to State next Saturday at Detweiller Park! 🙌

So many great memories were made this season, and we couldn’t be prouder of how every Tiger raced and pushed themselves to be their very best. For some, this was their last race in an Olney XC uniform, and for others, it’s just the beginning — but the discipline, heart, and grit you’ve shown will carry far beyond the course. 🧡

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🌟 Varsity Boys Highlights (140 total runners)
• Quaid Berger – 2nd | 14:38.8
• Judah Dicks – 11th | 15:33.6
• Tristin Butler – 41st | 16:17.9
• Landon Livingston – 69th | 16:45.3 PR!
• Austin Kuenstler – 117th | 17:53.2 PR!
• Nathaniel Zwilling – 134th | 18:59.1
• Oliver Fehrenbacher – 140th | 21:54.6

🏅 The boys finished 8th out of 18 teams, just 36 points shy of advancing. With a lineup of all sophomores and one freshman, the future is bright for this group! 🌟

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🌟 Varsity Girls Highlights (133 total runners)
• Isobella Stevens – 22nd | 19:20.8
• Josie Ginder – 32nd | 19:50.8
• Karlee Piercefield – 94th | 21:31.6
• Mallory Kocher – 97th | 21:38.2
• Lily Stevens – 117th | 22:41.0
• Kyleigh Cazel – 118th | 22:56.3

🏅 The girls finished 13th out of 17 teams, competing short-handed without #3 runner Briley Kocher (illness). Even so, they showed incredible teamwork and heart all season long! 💪

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Next up ➡️ State Meet in Peoria – Saturday, November 8th!
Huge thanks to all our amazing fans, parents, and supporters who’ve cheered these runners on every step of the way — the kids truly notice and appreciate it! 🙏

Let’s go, Tigers! 🧡🖤

Congratulations to our Olney runners advancing to STATE next weekend in Peoria! 🎉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🧡🖤

Quaid Berger, Judah Dicks, and Bella Stevens all ran an incredible race today and have so much to be proud of! 🙌

Full results coming later this evening! 🏅

Good luck to our Olney Cross Country runners as they compete today at the Sectional meet in Mattoon at Lake Land College! The girls race begins at noon, followed by the boys at 1 p.m. We’re praying for strong legs, steady minds, and the heart of a champion for each of these athletes. Run fast, run fearless, and have fun out there! Your Olney family, parents, and coaches are so proud of you! 🧡🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Olney Lady Tigers XC 🐅
Regional Recap

The Lady Tigers had an incredible showing on their home course Saturday! They finished 4th out of 11 teams, advancing to Sectionals with their sights set on State.

The team also took a special moment to honor their three seniors — Josie Ginder, Briley Kocher, and Karlee Piercefield — who have been outstanding leaders and competitors. Their dedication and spirit have left a lasting impact, and they’ll be greatly missed next season. We can’t wait to see them finish their senior year strong!

🌟 Varsity Highlights
• Isabella Stevens – 7th place, 19:11.89 (PR!)
• Josie Ginder – 8th place, 19:16.82
• Briley Kocher – 27th place, 21:11.17
• Mallory Kocher – 29th place, 21:19.61 (PR!)
• Karlee Piercefield – 32nd place, 21:29.29
• Kyleigh Cazel – 47th place, 22:38.83
• Lily Stevens – 48th place, 22:50.25

📣 Next Up: Sectionals
The Lady Tigers are headed to Mattoon next Saturday, November 1st — ready to race their hearts out and make Olney proud!

🏃‍♂️ Olney Tigers XC 🐅
Regional Recap

The Tigers hit their home course today for Regionals — a place our runners know all too well and have a bit of a love-hate relationship with. Coming in seeded third, the boys knew they’d have to battle, especially with #3 runner Tristin Butler out due to injury. Even without him, the Tigers stepped up big and earned their spot at Sectionals next Saturday in Mattoon! 💪

Cross country isn’t just about one lead runner — it’s about the team. And today, every single Tiger showed what that word truly means. They pushed through the pain, supported each other, and ran with heart. Their teamwork and determination kept the season alive and gave them another shot at making it to State!

🌟 Varsity Highlights:
• Quaid Berger – 1st place | 14:35.99
• Judah Dicks – 4th place | 15:37.66
• Landon Livingston – 33rd | 17:19.91
• Austin Kuenstler – 44th | 17:53.80 | PR!
• Nathaniel Zwilling – 50th | 18:23 | PR!
• Oliver Fehrenbacher – 74th | 21:46.18

🏅 The Tigers finished 5th out of 11 schools, with the top 6 moving on — so we’re headed to Sectionals!

🔥 Highlights of the Day:
• Advanced to Sectionals despite missing a top runner
• 2 medalists
• 2 personal records
• 1 team that refuses to quit

Next up: Sectionals in Mattoon – Saturday, November 1st.
This will be our toughest race of the season, but these Tigers are locked in, focused, and ready to fight for a shot at State.

Let’s go, Tigers! 🧡🖤

It’s Regionals Day for the Olney Tiger Cross Country teams! 🐯🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The girls race starts at 10:00 and the boys at 10:45, both taking place at OCC. These athletes have logged countless miles since school let out in May, all leading up to this moment!

Grab a coffee, head out to the course, and cheer on these incredible runners as they take on some of the best competition in the state. Let’s go, Tigers! 💪🔥

Olney Lady Tigers XC 🐅
LIC Conference Recap

Before hitting the course, the Lady Tigers enjoyed a yummy pre-meet lunch thanks to Citizens National Bank—the perfect fuel before a big day of racing!

The Olney Lady Tigers battled hard and earned a strong 2nd place finish against a very tough Marshall team. They came together when it counted and held their spot as runners-up in the conference!

🌟 Varsity Highlights

• Isabella Stevens – 4th place, 19:38.33 • All-Conference
• Josie Ginder – 6th place, 19:57.88 • All-Conference
• Briley Kocher – 11th place, 21:26.15
• Mallory Kocher – 14th place, 21:49.41
• Karlee Piercefield – 15th place, 21:58.64
• Kyleigh Cazel – 23rd place, 23:08.84
• Lily Stevens – 26th place, 24:27.12
• Addison McLaughlin – 39th place, 26:22.49

The Lady Tigers always show up and run tight when it matters most. Despite hot, dry conditions and one of the toughest courses they’ll face all season, they dug deep and did exactly what they needed to claim second place.

🏅 Runner of the Week: Mallory Kocher

Mallory has been incredibly consistent over the past few races, and a big PR is right around the corner for this young runner. Keep grinding, girl!

📣 Next Up: Regionals

The girls are ready to race their hearts out on their home course at OCC on Saturday, October 25th—with their eyes on Sectionals and then State!

Olney Tigers XC 🐅
LIC Conference Recap

Before heading out to compete, the Tigers were treated to lunch courtesy of Citizens National Bank—a much-appreciated boost before the championship race!

The team traveled to the legendary LaVern Gibson course in Terre Haute and delivered another standout day of racing! There were several PRs, but most importantly, they stayed sharp with Championship season up next.

With 51 athletes in the boys’ race, our Tigers charged to the finish and claimed the 2025 LIC Conference Championship once again!

🌟 Varsity Highlights

• Quaid Berger – 1st place, 14:48.10 • All-Conference
• Judah Dicks – 2nd place, 15:44.30 • All-Conference
• Tristin Butler – 4th place, 16:06.65 • All-Conference
• Landon Livingston – 11th, 17:02.25
• Austin Kuenstler – 16th, 17:54.53 • PR! Broke into the sub-18 range for the first time
• Nathaniel Zwilling – 22nd, 18:49.73 • PR
• Oliver Fehrenbacher – 44th, 21:36.14

As a team, Olney took 1st out of 7 schools, securing back-to-back conference titles!

🔦 Tiger Spotlight: Austin Kuenstler

Austin had an incredible race on a notoriously challenging course known for its long, gradual uphill and slower times. When his team needed him, he showed up in a big way—gutsy racing and a well-earned PR to go with it!

📌 Key Takeaways

• The Tigers came to defend their title—and did exactly that
• 3 Tigers earned All-Conference honors
• Despite hot, dry conditions and a grinding course, the team packed up and powered through to win it all

📣 Next Up: Regionals

The Tigers are fired up to host Regionals at OCC on Saturday, October 25th! They’ll take on the best in the area with hopes of advancing to Sectionals and then on to State.

Go Tigers! 🧡🖤

Olney Tigers are LIC Champions! 🐯🏆 Three boys made All-Conference! The Lady Tigers finished runner-up with two All-Conference athletes! 🎉👏 Full results and photos coming tomorrow. 📸