Coppell Cross Country Sends Two Runners to State
Coppell High School Cross Country wrapped up a successful regional meet with two individual state qualifiers and strong performances from both varsity teams. Competing against some of the top runners and programs in the region, the varsity boys finished 8th out of 24 teams, while the varsity girls placed 14th.
Leading the way for Coppell were Maya Easterwood and Sidharth Kerthipati, who both earned spots at the State Meet with outstanding individual performances.
Easterwood finished 5th out of 186 runners in the varsity girls race with a time of 17:55. Her top-five finish capped off a strong season and secured her place among the state's top competitors. Kerthipati also delivered an impressive performance, placing 19th out of 184 runners in the varsity boys race with a time of 15:52. Both athletes will represent Coppell at the State Meet.
The varsity girls team had several strong individual performances. Finleigh Sanders-Burk placed 43rd out of 186 runners with a time of 19:21, while Rachel Stumm finished 95th in 20:26. Their efforts contributed to the team's 14th-place finish in a competitive regional field.
On the boys' side, Diego Morales led the group after Kerthipati, finishing 41st out of 184 runners with a time of 16:17. Tanish Neelapu followed in 71st place with a time of 16:36, and Itsuki Pena finished 75th in 16:38. The close grouping of Coppell's runners reflected the depth of the team's lineup and helped the boys secure an 8th-place team finish.
Both teams' performances reflected the dedication, consistency, and teamwork built throughout the season. From the front of the pack to every finish line, Coppell athletes competed against a strong regional field and represented their school with determination.
With Easterwood and Kerthipati advancing to the State Meet, Coppell Cross Country will have two athletes competing on the state stage. Their qualifications are a testament to their individual commitment and the work of a program built around supporting one another and striving for continuous improvement.

REGIONAL CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS
TEAM RESULTS
Out of 24 teams:
Varsity Boys — 8th Place
Varsity Girls — 14th Place
VARSITY GIRLS
Out of 186 runners:
Maya Easterwood — 5th Place | 17:55
Finleigh Sanders-Burk — 43rd Place | 19:21
Rachel Stumm — 95th Place | 20:26
VARSITY BOYS
Out of 184 runners:
Sidharth Kerthipati — 19th Place | 15:52
Diego Morales — 41st Place | 16:17
Tanish Neelapu — 71st Place | 16:36
Itsuki Pena — 75th Place | 16:38