Chamois wrapped up its regular cross-country season with meets at Cuba and Fatima, highlighted by Carly Schollmeyer’s 11th-place medal and personal-best performance at the Cuba Invitational on Oct. 19.

Schollmeyer finished in 24:10.40, while fellow Lady Pirate Emma Mehmert placed 17th in 26:00.00. On the boys’ side, Grayson Gerloff took 26th in 21:00.0.

Coach John Leach said it was Chamois’ first appearance at the Cuba meet, and he appreciated the flat course. Although he believed Gerloff and Mehmert could have run faster, he called their performances a good effort and was particularly pleased with Schollmeyer’s personal best.

“Very proud of the three runners,” Leach said.

At Saturday’s Fatima Blue and Gold Invitational, Schollmeyer led the Lady Pirates with a 29th-place finish in 24:52.00, followed by Mehmert (40, 25:59.80). Gerloff finished 67th in the boys’ race in 22:34.20.

Leach said Fatima’s challenging course and strong competition encouraged runners to push themselves. Although none of the Pirates earned a medal, Schollmeyer improved her time from last year’s meet by two minutes, while Mehmert improved by four minutes.

“This sport is not easy,” Leach said, praising the effort of his runners. He was especially pleased with the girls’ improvement and remained optimistic about Gerloff despite a difficult race.

“I think Grayson had an off day, but he will get it back before districts,” Leach said.

Chamois will compete in the district meet Saturday, Oct. 31, at Van-Far High School.