Allen East
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Conference
Coach: Zach Johnson (fourth season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Kaiya Hinebaugh (Sr.), Abbey Hunsaker (Sr.), Delany Neff (Jr.), Gwendolyn Schaefer (So.)
Promising newcomers: Harper Corbet (So.), Katy Closson (So.)
Coach’s analysis: “The team has been working hard this summer and has really improved the amount of miles per week compared to last year. Their timed miles are better than where they left off last year and that is something to be excited about and how that will translate into times on the courses.”
Bath
Division: II
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: Dan Grime (17th season)
2024 roster: Kyla Fallis, Erzah McKissick, Penny Francis, Morgan Schrock, Caylee VanBuskirk, Bailee Calvert, Bethany Hinkle
Coach’s analysis: “We feel that some of the girls have the potential to be successful. For the team to achieve their goals, we need the number four and five runners to move up in the scoring as the season goes on.”
Celina
Division: II
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: Jason Andrew (fourth season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Jennalee Dameron (Jr.), Brooke Faber (Sr.), Emma Morgan (Sr.), Autumn Klosterman (Jr.)
Promising newcomers: Danica Draiss (So.), Alika Bridge (So.)
Coach’s analysis: “Although we only have a total of nine girls, we have nine tough girls which should make for a competitive group. The hard work and dedication they’ve put in this summer should help them build on last year’s results. I look forward to seeing their improvement individually and collectively as a team as the year progresses.”
Columbus Grove
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Conference, Putnam County League
Coach: Jason Jay (18th season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Grace Morman (Sr.), Dakota Dunn (Jr.), Breanne Fuerst (Jr.), Sarah Kamphaus (Jr.), Lauren Martz (Jr.), Lily Montgomery (Jr.), Bryn Casper (So.), Lydia Schumacher (So.)
Promising newcomers: Abby Greve (So.), Claire Koch (Fr.), Daisey Thompson (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “We’re looking to have a strong season with eight returners. Last season the team finished mid-pack at most invitationals while finishing as runners-up in the NWC and qualifying out of districts to participate at the Regional meet. The team expectations and individual goals are set higher for this season and the summer preparation should show quality payoff once October rolls around.”
Crestview
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Conference
Coach: Randy Grandstaff (fourth season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Anna Gardner (Jr., PR: 21:09), Kenzie Harting (So., PR: 21:24), Kate Sawmiller (Sr., PR: 22:52), Alexis Flagg (Sr., PR: 24:28), Ava Motcka (So., PR: 25:16), Chloe Miller (So., PR: 26:32)
Promising newcomers: Taylor Kittle (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “This group has worked hard this summer and has the potential to really improve on last year’s results. Six of the seven girls have varsity experience and have shown great improvement last season and I expect more of that this year.”
Delphos St. John’s
Division: III
Conference: Midwest Athletic Conference
Coach: Brian Kopack (fifth season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Brezlynn Rohr, Olivia Bockey, Alayna Wrasman, Alena Fuerst, MC Kopack, Cady Donaldson, Aubrey Fairchild, Sydney Rostorfer, Claire Martz, Madelyn Haehn
Promising newcomers: Emma Bockey, Victoria Walpole
Coach’s analysis: “Similar to previous years, the strength of the team will be the tightness of the pack. It’s a confident group. They have experience running in the bigger races. Confidence and experience is a good recipe for success. By October, this team will be ready to compete in the strong MAC conference to prepare for the State tournament.”
Kalida
Division: III
Conference: Putnam County League
Coach: Scott Miller (18th season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Madelyn Houck (Sr., PR: 27:50), Lauren Bockrath (Jr., PR: 25:36), Hannah Bendele (So., PR: 23:31)
Promising newcomers: Kennedy Simon (So.), Corrine Brinkman (Fr.), Emma Shininger (Fr.), Izzy Buss (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “We have a hard-working group this year. The girls are led by our one senior, Maddie Houck, who has been doing an excellent job of leading this young group. We will have our largest team in a while with seven runners. The group has been working hard and has had a fantastic summer. I have been thrilled with how the athletes have run this summer and where they are coming into the season.”
LCC
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Conference
Coach: Adam Bryan (second season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Lucy Bensinger (So.), Stephanie Caballero (So.), Amaleigh Monaghan (Sr.)
Promising newcomers: Olivia Joseph (So.), Emma Hunley (Sr.)
Coach’s analysis: “The team has a fair mixture of new members and returning letterman. We graduated our top female athlete from last season but the girls have the opportunity to form a close and competitive team for not only this season but seasons to follow.”
Lima Senior
Division: I
Conference: Toledo City Athletic League
Coach: Kaysha Dietz (first season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Jaclyn Kohlhofer (Sr.), Molly McKinley (Jr.), Vanisa Sinthalaphone (Sr.)
Promising newcomers: Jayla Cook (Jr.), Aubrey Koch (So.), Za’Niya Newton (Fr.), Ariannah Tripp (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “We want to win the conference meet.”
Ottawa-Glandorf
Division: II
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: James Rader (first season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Anna Buddelmeyer (Sr.), Avery Laubenthal (Sr.), Sara Schroeder (Sr.), Liana Fortman (So.), Brea Recker (So.)
Promising newcomers: Mallorie Maag (Sr.), Madeline Liebrecht (Jr.), Abi Nelson (So.), Kelsey Schmitz (So.), Morgan Ellerbrock (Fr.), Kaleigh Flueckiger (Fr.), Stella Kuhlman (Fr.), Brooke Maag (Fr.), Jade Sarka (Fr.), Alivia Schroeder (Fr.), Carly Siefker (Fr.), Izzy Utendorf (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: The girls team is motivated to meet and exceed their achievements from last cross country season. They are competitive, focused, and ready to take on the challenges that this season will present.”
Pandora-Gilboa
Division: III
Conference: Blanchard Valley Conference, Putnam County League
Coach: Cheryl Kern-Buell (first season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Maddie Rutschilling (Sr.), Savannah Knueven (Jr.), Elizabeth Knueven (So.)
Promising newcomers: Ciel Wise (Sr.)
Coach’s analysis: “We have three returning letter winners, including a two-time regional qualifier. We also have a promising new senior participating this year. The girls have a wonderful work ethic and have a strong desire to improve from last year. We are excited to see what these young women can achieve.”
Shawnee
Division: I
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: Crista Owens (second season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Jenna Stump (Jr.), Savannah Hohe (Sr.), Tayma Jmiai (Sr.), Addy Hull (Jr.), Gwyn Owens (So.), Reem Elbabour (So.), Laura Vega-Ortiz (Jr.)
Promising newcomers: Mia Kohli (Fr.), Chloe Kouns (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “Our team returns all varsity letter winners from 2023. Our goal is to once again qualify for regionals as a team and set our sites on qualifying for state.
Spencerville
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Conference
Coach Brian McMichael (44th season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Katelynn Braun (Jr.), Hope Hamilton (Jr.),
Promising newcomers: Claire Zerbe (Sr.), Naomi Boedicker (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “These girls work hard in practice and have a good attitude. With a small roster, everyone will need to contribute. Our goal is to work to improve throughout the season and work on individual goals.”
Van Wert
Division: II
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: Kim Laudick (third season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Lexi Deitemeyer (Sr.), Ava Sealscott (Sr.), Brenna Kimmet (Jr.), Katie Kramer (Jr.), Harmony Schuerman (Jr.), Noelle Byrum (So.), Lizzie Spath (So.)
Promising newcomers: Symphony Schuerman (Fr.), Vanessa Vaughn (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: The girls have nine girls on the roster, so everyone at some point this season will be a contributor. The team looks to build upon their fourth-place finish at the league meet from last year.”
Wapakoneta
Division: I
Conference: Western Buckeye League
Coach: Kara Schneider (sixth season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Kenzie Schneider (So.), Madeline Little (So.), Bella Burklo (So.), Ella Kohler (So.)
Promising newcomers: Maci Neumeier (Fr.), Skylar Good (Fr.), Addi Schneider (Fr.), Gaby Miller (Jr.), Hannah Lee (So.)
Coach’s analysis: “We’re a really young team this season but we have goals and we’re hoping that all the girls work hard so we can see what we’re made of.”
Waynesfield-Goshen
Division: III
Conference: Northwest Central Conference
Coach: Jim Hennon (22nd season)
Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Amelia Bell (Sr.), Avery Kessen (Jr.), Abigail Dulebohn (So.), Emma Pence (So.), Kaymi Sutherland (Fr.)
Promising newcomers: Korynn Sutherland (Fr.), Addison Ruwoldt (Fr.)
Coach’s analysis: “We’re really excited to see what this group can do this season. Five of our seven girls are returning from last season. This is a talented group of girls and we’re excited to watch them compete.”
