Cross Country Competes at NCAA DII Southeast Region Championships

Bristol, Tenn. – King University's cross country teams wrapped up their 2025 season at the NCAA Division II Southeast Region Championships on November 8, hosted at the Student Center Complex. With a mix of experienced runners and emerging talent, the Tornado delivered determined performances in both the women's 6K and men's 10K races.

Women's 6K Results
Junior Ermay Vazquez led the Tornado women with a time of 24:04.92, followed by fellow junior Emily Ward at 24:48.56. Freshman Kailee-Ann Conner and senior Amanda Lowery rounded out the scoring with times of 27:07.15 and 27:58.12, respectively.
Top Finishers – Women

• Ermay Vazquez (JR): 24:04.92
• Emily Ward (JR): 24:48.56
• Kailee-Ann Conner (FR): 27:07.15
• Amanda Lowery (SR): 27:58.12

Men's 10K Results
Sophomore Cole Johnson posted a personal best of 35:25.55 to lead the men's team. Junior Evan Deichert and sophomore Spencer Utsey followed with times of 37:14.66 and 37:31.42. Juniors Lance Hatcher and Luke Childress completed the scoring in 38:08.39 and 39:15.61.
Top Finishers – Men

• Cole Johnson (SO): 35:25.55 (PR)
• Evan Deichert (JR): 37:14.66
• Spencer Utsey (SO): 37:31.42
• Lance Hatcher (JR): 38:08.39
• Luke Childress (JR): 39:15.61

With strong showings from both squads, King closes the season with momentum and a foundation for continued growth in 2026.