Running their race at their pace

Despite not having a runner finish in the Top 10, Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn claimed third place in Class B at the Iowa Great Lakes Invitational. Spirit Lake and Okoboji hosted the meet featuring over 20 teams at Brooks Golf Club on Sept. 5.

H-M-S's seven runners finished within 15 places of each other and clocked times that were within a 2-1/2 minute span.

"It was a beautiful night to run and an awesome event to run in," said Hawk coach Naet Hoaglund. "There were a lot of teams and some really strong runners, but we were able to keep our focus on our race and our pace."

Leading the Hawks were Aid...