Coppell Cross Country delivered an impressive performance at the District 7-6A Meet, earning three team championships and qualifying both varsity teams for the regional meet. The varsity boys captured the district title, while both junior varsity teams finished first overall. The varsity girls added a third-place finish to round out a successful day for the Cowboys.
The results reflected the team's depth, individual accomplishments, and growth across all four divisions as Coppell wrapped up district competition and turned its attention to regionals. In addition to the team championships and individual performances, Coppell athletes and coaches received recognition for their accomplishments at the district level.
Varsity Girls Finish Third, Led by District Champion Maya Easterwood
The varsity girls finished third overall among 45 runners, highlighted by an individual district championship from Maya Easterwood, who crossed the finish line in 18:44. Finleigh Sanders-Burk earned third place with a time of 19:56, giving Coppell two runners on the district podium.
Rachel Stumm placed 13th in 21:02, followed by Angie Nguyen in 20th at 21:28 and Mirabelle Sagel in 23rd at 21:34. The team's performance secured a regional qualifying spot.
Easterwood's first-place finish highlighted a strong day for the girls, while Sanders-Burk's third-place finish and the team's additional top-25 performances demonstrated Coppell's competitiveness in a talented district field.
Varsity Boys Capture District Championship
The varsity boys claimed the District 7-6A Championship with an impressive team performance, placing first overall among 48 runners. Sidharth Kerthipati led Coppell with a second-place finish in 16:04.
Itsuki Pena finished seventh in 16:39, followed by Alesh Khowala in eighth at 16:50, Abishek Suresh in ninth at 16:52, and Sam Meier in 10th at 16:54. Diego Morales added an 11th-place finish in 16:55, while Tanish Neelapu placed 17th in 17:33.
Coppell placed five runners in the top 10, demonstrating the depth and consistency needed to earn the district title. The team's performance secured a regional qualifying spot and set the stage for its next challenge.
District All-District Honors
Coppell runners also earned recognition through the district's All-District teams. Athletes finishing in places 1–10 earned First Team All-District honors, while those finishing in places 11–20 earned Second Team All-District honors.
First Team All-District
Varsity Girls
Maya Easterwood – 1st Place, 18:44
Finleigh Sanders-Burk – 3rd Place, 19:56
Varsity Boys
Sidharth Kerthipati – 2nd Place, 16:04
Itsuki Pena – 7th Place, 16:39
Alesh Khowala – 8th Place, 16:50
Abishek Suresh – 9th Place, 16:52
Sam Meier – 10th Place, 16:54
Second Team All-District
Varsity Girls
Rachel Stumm – 13th Place, 21:02
Angie Nguyen – 20th Place, 21:28
Varsity Boys
Diego Morales – 11th Place, 16:55
Tanish Neelapu – 17th Place, 17:33
These honors recognize the athletes' performances against the district field and celebrate their contributions to Coppell's successful meet.
JV Girls Take First Place
The JV girls captured the district championship in a field of 99 runners, placing five athletes in the top eight.
Sabrina Wright led the team with a second-place finish in 22:24. Vanini Agarwal placed fourth in 22:48, followed closely by Hannah Stumm in fifth at 22:49. Avery Arthur finished sixth in 22:57, and Adeline Mendola rounded out the top eight with an eighth-place finish in 23:01.
Additional top-20 finishes came from Shrriya Bedse, who placed ninth in 23:28; Avery Fishman, who finished 14th in 23:57; Charlotte Baade, who placed 18th in 24:33; and Kate Mcgrath, who finished 19th in 24:35.
The team's depth extended throughout the lineup, with runners contributing to a district championship. Their performance highlighted the progress, commitment, and teamwork of a group competing in a field of 99 athletes.
JV Boys Secure District Championship
The JV boys completed Coppell's championship performances by taking first place among 149 runners. The Cowboys swept the top five individual places, delivering a dominant showing at the front of the race.
Isaiah Assefa won the race in 17:16, followed by Vihaan Sahni in second at 17:30 and Cannon Stehly in third at 17:48. Rigved Nehere placed fourth in 17:49, while Marco Noyola finished fifth in 17:54.
Vihaan Sharma added an eighth-place finish in 18:22, and Ahan Kothalkar placed ninth in 18:39. Lukas Stumm finished 12th in 18:54, followed by Colten Karstendiek in 14th at 19:02.
With five runners sweeping the top five spots and additional Cowboys finishing in the top 15, the JV boys showcased the depth of the program and secured another district team title for Coppell.
Season Honors
Maya Easterwood was named Meet MVP following an outstanding district performance. Easterwood won the varsity girls race in 18:44, finishing first overall among 45 runners. Her performance showcased her talent, determination, and ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered most, helping lead Coppell Cross Country through an important day of competition.
Alesh Khowala was named Newcomer of the Year after making the transition to varsity competition this season. Having not competed on varsity last year, Khowala embraced the challenge of stepping into a new level of competition and continued to grow as a runner. His eighth-place finish in 16:50 helped Coppell secure the district championship and reflected the progress he has made while adjusting to the demands of varsity racing. His recognition highlights his willingness to take on new challenges, put in the work, and make an impact on the team.
Boys Coach of the Year – Coach Wren
Coach Wren was named Boys Coach of the Year in recognition of his leadership, dedication, and contributions to the success of the Coppell boys cross country program. This honor recognizes the work that goes into developing athletes, building team chemistry, and preparing runners to compete at a high level. Under his guidance, the varsity boys captured the District 7-6A Championship and secured their place at regionals. The recognition celebrates not only the team's success on race day but also the commitment and preparation behind it.
Looking Ahead to Regionals
With three district team championships, multiple All-District selections, individual honors, and both varsity teams qualifying for regionals, Coppell Cross Country has plenty to build on as the postseason continues.
The district meet celebrated not only the team's results but also the individual efforts, growth, and collective work that helped the Cowboys succeed across all four divisions.
Congratulations to all of our runners and coaches on an outstanding district meet. Best of luck to both varsity teams as they prepare for regionals!

Team Results
Varsity Girls – 3rd Place (Regional Qualifier)
Varsity Boys – 1st Place (Regional Qualifier)
JV Girls – 1st Place
JV Boys – 1st Place
Overall Results
Varsity Girls
45 runners
Maya Easterwood – 1st Place, 18:44 (Regional Qualifier)
Finleigh Sanders-Burk – 3rd Place, 19:56 (Regional Qualifier)
Rachel Stumm – 13th Place, 21:02
Angie Nguyen – 20th Place, 21:28
Mirabelle Sagel – 23rd Place, 21:34
Varsity Boys
48 runners
Sidharth Kerthipati – 2nd Place, 16:04 (Regional Qualifier)
Itsuki Pena – 7th Place, 16:39 (Regional Qualifier)
Alesh Khowala – 8th Place, 16:50 (Regional Qualifier)
Abishek Suresh – 9th Place, 16:52 (Regional Qualifier)
Sam Meier – 10th Place, 16:54 (Regional Qualifier)
Diego Morales – 11th Place, 16:55 (Regional Qualifier)
Tanish Neelapu – 17th Place, 17:33
JV Girls
99 runners
Sabrina Wright – 2nd Place, 22:24
Vanini Agarwal – 4th Place, 22:48
Hannah Stumm – 5th Place, 22:49
Avery Arthur – 6th Place, 22:57
Adeline Mendola – 8th Place, 23:01
Shrriya Bedse – 9th Place, 23:28
Avery Fishman – 14th Place, 23:57
Charlotte Baade – 18th Place, 24:33
Kate Mcgrath – 19th Place, 24:35
Pragna Vykuntam – 26th Place, 25:01
Lauren Tang – 27th Place, 25:02
Amy Achim – 39th Place, 25:35
Mackenzie Fluornoy – 41st Place, 25:44
Anandi Dhulipalla – 42nd Place, 25:48
Sutton Rasmussen – 46th Place, 26:13
Noemi Pond – 47th Place, 26:16
Prajakta Mandal – 49th Place, 26:27
Sehbin Lee – 51st Place, 26:36
JV Boys
149 runners
Isaiah Assefa – 1st Place, 17:16
Vihaan Sahni – 2nd Place, 17:30
Cannon Stehly – 3rd Place, 17:48
Rigved Nehere – 4th Place, 17:49
Marco Noyola – 5th Place, 17:54
Vihaan Sharma – 8th Place, 18:22
Ahan Kothalkar – 9th Place, 18:39
Lukas Stumm – 12th Place, 18:54
Colten Karstendiek – 14th Place, 19:02
Baron Schott – 18th Place, 19:12
Sandre Houdier – 20th Place, 19:13
Nolan Reeder – 21st Place, 19:14
Austin Shelby – 24th Place, 19:37
Allan Ramirez – 25th Place, 19:42
Vihaan Sapkota – 26th Place, 19:44
Oscar Martin – 33rd Place, 20:17
Noah Law – 35th Place, 20:20
Vihaan Chodisetti – 40th Place, 20:33
Calvin Wolf – 41st Place, 20:34
Aryan Vinod – 43rd Place, 20:41
John Udovich – 52nd Place, 21:08
Nikhil Pande – 21:13
Mahim Sharma – 61st Place, 21:30
Brayden Westfall – 64th Place, 21:49
Emiliano Noyola – 69th Place, 21:55
Alexander Marks – 70th Place, 22:00
Jake Terry – 73rd Place, 22:06
Meet MVP
Maya Easterwood
Newcomer of the Year
Alesh Khowala