The Central Wyoming College Cross Country team delivered a phenomenal performance at the 2025 NJCAA Region 9 Cross Country Championship held on Saturday, October 25th, on the CWC Lander Alpine Science Institute campus. The day was highlighted by a stunning individual victory and two top-three finishes, showcasing the program's competitive strength in the region.

Spoonhunter Crowned Men's Regional Champion

Freshman runner Davian Spoonhunter secured the Men's 8K Regional Individual Championship, leading the field with a commanding time of 30:38.28. Spoonhunter's victory was a tight battle, finishing just three seconds ahead of the second-place competitor. This individual title automatically qualifies Spoonhunter for the NJCAA National Championship meet in Fort Dodge, Iowa on November 8.

The Rustler men's team had several other key contributors to the team's success, including:

• Henry Nava, who finished in 7th place with a time of 33:10.86.

• Jordan Andrew, who placed 13th with a time of 35:19.38.

Women Runners Secure Top-Three Podium Spots

The CWC women's 5K race saw equally impressive individual performances, with two Rustlers claiming podium finishes.

Isabelle Murdock led the Rustlers, securing a 2nd place finish overall with a time of 25:23.47. Close behind her was teammate Georgeanne Moss, who finished 3rd overall with a time of 25:42.45. Both athletes demonstrated exceptional effort, helping to establish CWC as a major contender for individual honors at the regional level.