LHS runner makes state

Lingleville High School athlete Matti Strand qualified for state cross country competition on Nov. 23 at Old Settler’s Park in Round Rock.

Strand ran the race in 14:32 and placed 81st out of 121 in the statewide competition.

“She did an amazing job!” said LHS coach Hannah Smith in an online post. “Way to go, Matti!”

Strand qualified for state after placing 19th overall and 10th in individuals in regional cross country competition.