Winamac Athletics- Home of the Warriors

The Warriors took another big step forward at the Maconaquah XC Invitational, with both teams showing depth and resilience against a strong field. Despite a heavier training load this week designed to prepare them for the upcoming tournament stretch, the athletes rose to the challenge. The girls placed 8th overall, while the boys earned a strong 6th-place team finish. Along the way, three Warriors notched personal records, proof that the team’s hard work is paying off. Girls — Individual Highlights Avery Wegner (SR) — 17th, 22:18.88 Once again set the tone for the Warriors with a confident effort inside the top 20. Avery continues to provide consistency and leadership up front. Madelyn Goodman (SR) — 39th, 24:43.19 Steady through the middle and strong over the final mile, Goodman showed her experience as she helped anchor the scoring five. Makayla Werner (JR) — 54th, 26:23.88 (PR) A breakthrough performance with her fastest time to date. Makayla’s improvement shows her hard work is paying off. Roni Garbison (SR) — 56th, 26:31.50 (PR) Ran her best race yet, pushing forward in the second half to move up spots and set a new personal record. Brooklyn Jachim (SO) — 80th, 31:15.32 Fought through the course with toughness, gaining valuable varsity experience that will fuel continued improvement. Boys — Individual Highlights Logan Fredel (SR) — 5th, 16:42.72 Another standout day at the front of the pack, Fredel’s top-5 finish confirmed his ability to mix it up with the best in the area. Nathan Pierzchalski (SR) — 16th, 17:50.89 A steady, competitive run that kept Winamac firmly in the top group of teams. His reliability has been key for the Warriors’ momentum. Paxton Moon (FR) — 58th, 20:15.25 Turned in another strong freshman performance, holding composure in a large field and continuing to gain valuable varsity experience. Braylen Becker (SO) — 69th, 21:19.26 Stayed engaged through a crowded middle pack and closed strong to help the team score. Elisha Burns (JR) — 72nd, 21:27.86 Maintained solid pacing and fought through a deep middle group, giving the Warriors important depth. Austin Pratt (FR) — 81st, 21:57.63 (PR) Achieved his best time yet, an exciting mark for the freshman as he continues to settle into varsity racing. Joel Showley (JR) — 93rd, 23:04.95 Turned in another steady effort, holding form late and contributing to the team’s depth. Recap With both teams finishing in the top 10 and three athletes setting new personal records (Werner, Garbison, and Pratt), Winamac showed they are trending in the right direction. Running strong while managing an increased workload highlights the Warriors’ toughness and readiness for the big meets to come. As training shifts toward sharpening for the postseason, the Warriors’ combination of veteran leadership and developing youth has them well-positioned for a strong tournament run.