Section 4 Runners Compete at 2025 NYSPHSAA Cross Country Championships
section 4 cross country athletes showcased their talent at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) championships, held November 15, 2025. Runners from Owego, Vestal, Maine-Endwell, Chenango Forks, Deposit/Hancock, Newark Valley, Odessa-Montour, Delhi/South Kortright, Lansing, Afton/Harpursville/Bainbridge-Guilford, and Chenango Valley participated in the event, vying for individual and team honors across Classes C and D. The annual championship meet determines state champions in cross country, and provides a platform for athletes to qualify for further competition, including national events.
The NYSPHSAA Cross Country Championships represent the culmination of a season’s dedication for student-athletes across New York State. Success at this level requires rigorous training, strategic racing, and unwavering commitment. Results from the meet impact individual rankings, college recruitment opportunities, and the overall prestige of Section 4 programs.
Class B Results
In the Class B race, Abigail McHugh of Owego finished with a time of 20:22.7. Sarah Heath (Owego) followed closely behind at 20:25.2.Kayla Fletcher and Savanna Ulrich, both representing Vestal, recorded times of 20:27.1 and 20:34.9, respectively. Stella Palladino (Owego) completed the course in 20:44.6,while Leyla Kamil (Vestal) finished at 20:51.3. Maddison Novotny of Maine-Endwell crossed the finish line in 21:41.8, with Vestal runners mikayla Silverio (21:53.9), Charlotte Frye (22:10.1), and Lindsey Steele (22:53.6) also competing.
Class C Results
Bronxville secured the Class C team title with a score of 77, while Chenango Forks finished 11th with a team score of 265.individually, Mia Horgan of Bronxville claimed the top spot in 17:51.7. Clara Little of Chenango Forks finished 56th with a time of 20:30.8. Evelyn Jackson (Lansing) clocked in at 21:26.7, followed by Lyla Houser (Chenango Valley) at 21:27.6 and Maddie Ingham (Afton/Harpursville/Bainbridge-Guilford) at 21:28.2. Madison Farberman (Afton/H/BG) finished in 21:33.3, while Ceci Kasmarcik (Chenango Forks) recorded a time of 21:47.9. Additional Chenango Forks runners competing included Lena Lindow (23:12.4), Katherine Yahner (23:34.9), Rebecca Yahner (23:35.2), Mari pourby (24:00.3), and Jaidyn Ericksen-Hrehor (25:07.5). Melody Sternberg (Lansing) finished in 22:24.1.
Class D Results
Tri-Valley dominated the Class D competition, winning the team title with 62 points. Delhi/South Kortright placed fifth with a score of 142. Anna Furman of Tri-Valley won the individual title in 18:06.9. Kali Buttacavoli (Deposit/Hancock) finished 18th with a time of 20:06.4, and Hadley Merrill (Newark Valley) placed 21st in 20:13. Janne Anderson (Odessa-Montour) completed the course in 20:38.2, while Aurelia Comer (Delhi/South Kortright) finished
