The Midwestern State cross country team ran their way to a spot in the NCAA II Championship after claiming first place in the South Central Regionals.

Senior Brissia Montalvo led the Mustangs with an overall third position with a time of 21:49.30.

Freshman Ashley Flores, who came 20th, followed Montalvo with a time of 22:36.00.

Freshmen Janel Campbell (22:38.00) and Michelle Krezonoski (22:41.00) rounded up the Mustangs victory with 21st and 25th positions respectively.

Head Cross country Coach Koby Styles was impressed with the girls’ accomplishment to claim the team’s first regional title.

“They all ran amazing,” he said. “ It’s special to have four runners in the top 25.”

Styles particularly praised Montalvo’s effort in coming third overall in the 6K courses.

“Third place finish is outstanding,” he said. “This is the highest record at regional in MSU history.”

Preceding Montalvo were Abilene Christian’s Chloe Susset (21:37.90) at first position and Missouri Southern Marlee Tegenkamp (21:45.60) with second.

The Mustangs will get ready for Nationals, which will take place on Nov. 19 at the Plantes Ferry Atletic Complex in Spokane, Washington.