Historic Win: Middle School Cross-Country Claims First Ever State Championship

Ladies and gentlemen, it is Monday, and it is the end of our fall athletic season. Our middle school cross-country team made history this week by winning the state championship — the first state title in middle school cross-country for PCA. Coach Daphne Corso, assistant principal and head coach, joins Mondays with Mike to share how the team’s focus on love of running, encouragement, and teamwork drove their unexpected success. Featuring interviews with runners from fifth to eighth grade, the episode highlights individual stories of growth, training with high school volunteers, race-day strategies, mental toughness, and shout-outs to coaches, parents, and teammates. The girls’ team also had standout performances, including an individual third-place finish. The episode celebrates faith, community, and the grit that led these young athletes to a memorable season.