The NB3FIT Cross Country team closed out its regular season with an impressive showing at the New Mexico state meet Oct. 25 at Sky City Casino in Acoma Pueblo. The race capped a season of hard work, determination and steady improvement across all age groups.
A total of 39 runners set new personal records, and 21 athletes cut two minutes or more from their earlier season times. The results are a true reflection of dedication and growth, showing that the team peaked at the right time and is ready for the regional meet in November.
Major time drops came from athletes including Gabriel Draper Jr. (3:28), Zacharias Chavez (7:28), Marlin Coriz (4:37), Diego Draper (4:55), Kee’nu Casiquito (7:25), Lehi Silentwalker (3:46), Tanner Montoya (8:35), Demari Nastacio (4:21), Jacob Segay (4:10) and Julianna Garcia (10:09). Many other runners also improved throughout the season.
Additional highlights included:
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Emma Ansera ran 13:34, improving by 5:35 and maintaining a season-long streak of progress.
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Mason Durand finished in 10:08, cutting more than a minute from his early-season time.
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Gabriel Draper Jr. set a new personal best of 11:38, improving nearly four minutes since his first race.
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Tobias Loretto placed second in the 8U boys division with a time of 8:17, showing consistent top-level pacing all season.
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Amias Chavez dropped his time to 15:35, marking a major leap forward.
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Riley Campbell finished in 10:19, breaking into a new speed zone and setting a strong benchmark.
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Torianna Pena finished at 11:20, showing steady improvement and strong pacing.
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Taymani Loretto placed third in the 9–10 girls division, finishing with a personal record of 11:48.
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Jasilyn Reano ran 13:14, breaking under 14 minutes for the first time this season.
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Sealth Wright cut nearly two minutes off his previous record while maintaining consistent progress.
Congratulations to the entire NB3FIT Cross Country Club for a season of commitment and growth. Your hard work and community support made this year a success.
The team now turns its focus to the 2025 USATF Region 10 Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships
. Families and community members are invited to come out and cheer on the runners as they aim to qualify for nationals.
