High school athletes secure multiple state championships in cross country and rugby

Several high school athletic programs achieved significant success at state championship competitions on October 31, 2026.

In Colorado, the Summit High School Tigers secured two titles. The girls rugby team won its 22nd state championship, overcoming challenges including player absences due to injuries and participation in the Youth Olympic Games. Additionally, the Summit High boys cross country team clinched its first-ever state title.

In Iowa, the Madrid girls’ cross country team earned a runner-up finish in the Class 1A team standings at the Iowa High School Cross Country Championships. Senior Madelyn Grothus secured the Class 1A individual title with a time of 18:17.6.

In another Iowa performance, the Boone girls’ cross country team competed at the Class 3A State Cross Country Meet. Sophomores Whitney Chesnut and Briella Johnson represented the team, with Chesnut finishing 29th overall and Johnson finishing 33rd.