This past weekend, our Cross Country team traveled to the Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) to compete in the annual National Deaf Cross Country (NDXC) Championships. Seven dedicated runners made the trip and proudly represented our school with determination, sportsmanship, and Dragon pride.

The weekend began with Friday's race at the historic Mount Olivet Cemetery, where athletes faced a challenging course and strong competition. Our runners rose to the occasion, and we are excited to celebrate the many personal records achieved throughout the race. A special congratulations goes to Lydia Somnitz, who earned an impressive 5th-place finish in the girls' race, showcasing her hard work and competitive spirit. We are incredibly proud of all our runners for their outstanding performances and commitment to improvement.

The second race of the weekend took place on the Maryland School for the Deaf campus, providing athletes with a different course and another opportunity to compete against talented runners from across the region. Once again, our team demonstrated resilience, determination, and teamwork throughout the competition.

One of the highlights of the weekend was the incredible support shown between our Cross Country and Volleyball teams. Our runners attended volleyball matches to cheer on the Lady Dragons, while the volleyball team came out to support the cross country races. This mutual encouragement created a positive atmosphere and reflected the strong sense of unity within our athletic program.

Beyond competition, the athletes enjoyed valuable opportunities to connect with others in the Deaf school community. The team attended the football game, cheered alongside fellow students, and spent time socializing with athletes from other schools. These experiences helped create lasting memories and strengthen friendships both within our team and across the conference. Congratulations to all of our Cross-Country athletes on an outstanding weekend at MSD!

Race #1 Mount Olivet Cemetery

Dylan Orcutt, 21:02
Gabe Kramer, 21:08
Hunter Trouille, 25:53
Gabe Mitchell, N/A

Lydia Somnitz, 25:51
Heather Bosshard, 29:19
Juliana Sevilla, 30:16

Race #2 MSD Campus

Dylan Orcutt, 21:45
Gabe Kramer, 21:54
Hunter Trouille, 26:20
Gabe Mitchell, 27:02

Lydia Somnitz, 28:33
Heather Bosshard, 30:41
Juliana Sevilla, 35:48