Iowa High School Cross Country State Qualifiers Set for October Meets

The 2025 cross country season is underway with various teams preparing for competitive meets. Indiana University of Pennsylvania's (IUP) Cross Country teams opened their campaign with strong performances at the Edinboro Distance Festival, highlighted by record-breaking runs and promising efforts from a largely young roster. The Ephrata Tigers are aiming for redemption this year after narrowly missing state qualification last season, with a strong core of returning runners and new transfers boosting their prospects. In Nebraska, the Omaha cross country team is set to start their season at the Platte River Rumble Gold, with several collegiate debuts and expectations to improve from last year's seventh-place league finish. Meanwhile, in Iowa, the High School Athletic Association has announced the schedule and host sites for state qualifying meets, with championships planned for late October and early November. These developments reflect a vibrant and competitive cross country landscape across different levels and regions in 2025.