Coming off their best meet of the season, the Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn cross country teams earned two medals at their home invitational on Sept. 21 at Sanborn.

Madison Otto earned a varsity medal on the basis of her fourth-place finish. Hawk coach Nicole Dorhout said Otto really worked hard.

"This year, Madi has a newfound confidence. Rather than sitting back and waiting for others to set the pace, she realizes when she wants to take charge. That's what she did when she thought the half-mile was too slow. I'm really proud of the way she is maturing and growing as a competitor and runner."

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