A young female athlete, smiling proudly, stands on a grassy field holding up a medal. She is wearing a blue "Lawton" jersey and bib number 871 from Athletic.net. The bright weather and open surroundings indicate this photo was taken after a successful cross-country race. In the background, there is a building with a roof and some spectators scattered around, giving a celebratory feel to the moment. The runner appears joyful and accomplished.

Hannah (7th Grade) has made her mark on the 2024 LMS Cross Country (XC) team as the team captain. In her second year on the team, Hannah has proven to be much more than an exceptional athlete. Her remarkable sportsmanship and leadership qualities have made her a motivating force for her teammates, leading by example and inspiring those around her.A young athlete is running in a cross-country race, wearing a blue "Lawton" jersey and bib number 247. The runner appears focused, with the sun casting soft shadows. The event takes place on a grassy field, with tents, spectators, and other runners in the background. A metal fence lines part of the course to guide the runners. The sky is clear, and the surroundings are calm, suggesting pleasant weather.

Hannah’s achievements on the course this season have been nothing short of impressive. She clinched 1st place at several major meets, including the Hartford Teske Invitational, Mendon Invitational, Heritage Christian Academy meet, and the Laker Coed (St. Joe). She also demonstrated her competitiveness and perseverance by placing 4th at the SAC MS Championships and 9th at the MS Regionals, facing some of the toughest competitors in the region.

With a season-best and career-best time of 13:03 in the 2-mile, Hannah continues to push herself to new heights. Remarkably, she has balanced her XC success while also competing in volleyball (VB), showing her ability to juggle dual-sport commitments with grace and discipline.

Beyond athletics, Hannah excels in the classroom as well, proving herself to be not just a star athlete but an outstanding student. Her passion, work ethic, and leadership make her an excellent role model, both on and off the course. The future looks incredibly bright for this multi-talented student-athlete!