Eight Colorado Springs Christian Schools runners are headed to the Colorado State Cross Country Championships following an exciting regional competition!
Congratulations to Chase Minihane, Everett Bridgeman, Ture Riker, Zachary Coats, Decklan Small, Logan Swaby, Jake Ubben, and Brooklyn Minihane on advancing to State!
This accomplishment represents months of hard work, discipline, and determination from a group of athletes who have continued to improve throughout the season.
The Lions entered Regionals with momentum. Seniors Chase Minihane and Everett Bridgeman have helped lead the boys’ team, while junior Ture Riker has consistently delivered strong performances. Zachary Coats, Decklan Small, Logan Swaby, and Jake Ubben have each contributed to the team’s success and growth.
Jake’s improvement has been particularly impressive. At the Tri-Peaks/Black Forest Championships earlier this month, he ran a 23:14.01, improving his time by more than two and a half minutes compared to the same meet in 2025.
On the girls’ side, senior Brooklyn Minihane has continued to establish herself as a strong competitor, building on an impressive season that included a fifth-place finish at an early-season meet.
For Chase, this will be another opportunity to compete at the State level after finishing 45th at the 2025 championships.
More Than a Race
While eight athletes will represent CSCS at State, this accomplishment belongs to the entire Cross Country program. Every teammate who trained alongside them, encouraged them through difficult workouts, and pushed them to improve has contributed to this moment.
Cross country requires a unique combination of physical endurance and mental toughness. Our Lions have demonstrated both, along with the character, humility, and perseverance we hope to develop through athletics.
We are incredibly proud of these eight State qualifiers, our entire Cross Country team, and the coaches and families who have supported them throughout the season.
The Lions will compete at the Colorado State Cross Country Championships on Saturday, October 31, in Colorado Springs.
The miles have been logged, the work has been put in, and now it’s time for one final race.
Congratulations, Lions! We’re behind you all the way. Finish strong!