Originally published in the Breckenridge American
Andrew White will represent the Breckenridge Buckaroos at the state cross country meet in Round Rock, earning his spot with a standout performance at regionals in Lubbock.
Every Breckenridge athlete from both the girls and boys teams also posted a personal or season-best performance at the meet held Monday, Oct. 20 at Mae Simmons Park.
White earned his spot at the state meet with a personal best time of 17:22.60 for an 18th overall finish out of 176 runners and 8th place among non-advanced team runners.
“Andrew White qualifying for State is an incredible accomplishment. He’s worked hard all season, and it’s exciting to see that dedication pay off,” coach Valeria Williams said. “Our boys will continue to train alongside him these next couple of weeks to support him as he prepares to compete in Round Rock.”
The top four teams in each region and top 10 runners not already part of the advancing teams qualify to advance to the state meet, according to UIL.
The Bucks were fifth out of a field of 24 teams with 200 points, behind Tuscola Jim Ned who had 162 points in fourth place, in the 5K run for Region 1-3A.
“Our boys team just barely missed getting the last spot for the trip to state. It was a hard pill to swallow but as we always say, we control what we control and we continue to work hard,” coach Williams said. “I am proud of each of them and what they’ve accomplished this year.”
Meanwhile, the Lady Bucks were 12th overall for the 2-mile run out of 24 teams.
Sayler Townson finished 38th overall for the top runner for the Lady Bucks.
The 2025 Cross Country State Championships will take place across two days at Old Settler’s Park in Round Rock next weekend. The 3A boys race starts at 8:45 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31.
“Both teams ran their hearts out at Regionals, and I couldn’t be prouder of them. They gave it absolutely everything they had today. This season they have faced every challenge with relentlessness, grit and the determination to push beyond their limits,” coach Williams said. “This group has learned to believe in their own abilities and trust the work they’ve put in. I couldn’t be prouder of their growth and the incredible work ethic they’ve shown all season.”
Buckaroos Results
18. Andrew White, 17:22.60 (PR)
41. Gabriel Garcia, 18:05.80 (SR)
44. Bodie Skiles, 18:10.30 (PR)
48. Agustin Byrd, 18:15.10 (PR)
78. Logan Thompson, 18:50.50 (PR)
94. Landon Elting, 19:11.50 (PR)
141. Malaki Smith, 20:22.90 (PR)
Lady Bucks Results
38. Sayler Townson, 13:33.50 (PR)
72. Lizandra Rubio, 14:04.80 (PR)
88. Maylea Townson, 14:16.40 (PR)
91. Abbi Duran, 14:21.90 (SR)
102. Miley Ramirez, 14:27.90 (PR)
114. Lane Bartoskewitz, 14:35.60 (PR)
150. Elli Duran, 15:19.10 (PR)
Boys Team Results
1. Holliday, 63; 2. Crane, 95; 3. Presidio, 122; 4. Tuscola Jim Ned, 162; 5. Breckenridge, 200; 6. Bowie, 208; 7. Compass Academy, 240; 8. Eastland, 267; 9. Peaster, 275
Girls Team Results
1. Holliday, 54; 2. Wall, 72; Tuscola Jim Ned, 160; 4. Dalhart, 175; 5. Alpine, 216; 6. Brownfield, 262; 7. Compass Academy, 272; 8. Idalou, 286; 9. Comanche, 292; 10. Crane, 296; 11. Peaster, 306; 12. Breckenridge, 323
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