The Modesto Junior College men’s and women’s cross country teams secured qualification for the 2026 3C2A State Cross Country Championships following their performances at the NorCal Cross Country Championships on November 6, 2026, held at North Forebay State Recreation Area.
On the women’s side, freshman Kasey Lam led the team with a 22nd-place finish in the 3-mile race, posting a personal-best time of 19:02.1. Sophomore Jordyn Hegarty finished 36th with a personal best of 19:37.7. Freshman Noeli Gomez Orozco placed 45th in 20:21.4, sophomore Aleena Nunez was 51st at 20:37.6, and freshman Lilliana Rodriguez finished 63rd in 22:37.7. These performances contributed to the women’s team qualification for the state championships.
The men’s team was led by sophomore Oscar Angel Tamayo, who earned third place in the 4-mile race with a season-best time of 20:40.2. Freshman Christian Gonzalez finished 12th at 21:01.3. Additional team contributors included sophomore Ernesto Pacheco (41st, 22:11.4), sophomore Andres Calderon (69th, 22:59.5), sophomore Nathaniel Millard (78th, 23:47.2), and freshman Anthony Bueno (109th, 27:58.0). Their combined efforts secured the men’s team berth at the state championships.
Both teams are set to compete at the 2026 3C2A State Cross Country Championships on November 21, 2026, at Woodward Park in Fresno, facing top community college programs from across California.
CSB Take
The qualification of both Modesto Junior College men’s and women’s cross country teams for the 3C2A State Championships highlights the strength and development within the program. Their athletes achieved several personal bests at the NorCal Championships, illustrating effective preparation and promising potential. As the teams advance to compete against California’s best, their performances signal positive momentum heading into the state meet.
Source: Original report
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