FAIRBORN, Ohio – The University of Dayton women's cross-country team opened its season with a third-place finish at the Mike Baumer Cross Country Classic hosted by Wright State University. Despite being shorthanded, the Flyers put in a collection of strong performances to achieve an impressive result. 

Sophomore Olivia Kindbom won the race in 17:41, which is a significant PR for her. She was one of three Flyers to set a new personal record as her teammate Junior Marissa Pritchett finished close behind her in the runner-up position with a time of 17:46. Sophomore Anna Newkirk was the third Flyer across the line in a personal best time of 18:18. Three Flyer freshmen made their collegiate debuts as Kaitlin Skelton, Mia Gill, and Sarah Haunn finished with times of 19:11, 19:33, and 20:01 respectively. 

After the race Coach David Dobson said, "Today was a nice opportunity to put the jersey on and compete. I am proud of the way the women competed and this is just the first brick in what this team is building this year." 

Results

(1) Olivia Kindbom- 17:41.0- Personal Record
(2) Marissa Pritchett- 17:46.1- Personal Record
(9) Anna Newkirk- 18:18.7- Personal Record
(23) Kaitlin Skelton- 19:11.3- Collegiate Debut
(39) Mia Gill- 19:33.2- Collegiate Debut
(53) Sarah Haunn- 20:01.7- Collegiate Debut

UP NEXT

The Flyers are back in action on Friday, September 20 at the Jaguar Invitational in Shelbyville, Indiana hosted by IU Indy.