The South Dakota Cross Country and Track and Field Coaches Association (SDCCTFCA) announced the recipients of the 2026 Cross Country Academic All-State Awards. A total of 45 athletes from 25 schools across the state were honored. Qualifications: The student-athlete must be a high school senior and have participated in... Read more
MHS Cross Country Runners Qualify For State
Milbank Area Cross Country October 19, 2026 0
The Milbank cross country teams competed for a spot in the state competition during the Region 1A meet at the Webster Golf Club on Wednesday, October 14. Only the top-three teams and top-20 runners continue on to State. The Lady Bulldogs advanced as a team by taking second place.... Read more
The Milbank varsity cross country teams placed in the top three at the Northeast Conference (NEC) meet held in Webster on Thursday, October 8. Eric Townsend, head coach for MHS, said, “The girls team placed second to Roncalli by only seven points.” Individually, the girls’ team had seven girls... Read more
Milbank Cross Country Runners Take Several Top Fives and Top Tens
Milbank Area Cross Country October 6, 2026 0
The Lennox Invitational is always a great opportunity to compete on a fast course against a majority of the southern Class A schools, commented Eric Townsend, head coach for Milbank. “ With great competition, a fast course, and great weather, nearly every runner had either a season or a... Read more
The annual cross country Border Battle – the Battle for the Paddle – was held in Grand Forks on Saturday, September 26. “This meet features primarily North Dakota and Minnesota teams – much different than our normal meets –. and it has gotten to be much more competitive over... Read more
Scoular Wins First at Roncalli
Milbank Area Cross Country September 23, 2026 0
The Milbank cross county runners rose to the challenge at the Roncalli Invitational held at Lee Park Golf Course in Aberdeen on Thursday, September 17. The Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs brought home several top places and many good finishes. Senior Jeter Scoular.stood out as he again won the men’s... Read more
Scoular Wins First for Milbank at The Bank Invitational
Milbank Area Cross Country September 14, 2026 0
Senior Bulldog Jeter Scoular won the individual championship at The Bank Invitational hosted by Milbank on Saturday, September 12. According to Bulldog head coach Eric Townsend, Jeter set his season-best and nearly his all-time record of 16:21. Lady Bulldog Ella Koplin took fourth place in the varsity girls division. ... Read more
Scoular, Schmeichel, and Koplin Top Bulldogs at Augustana Twilight
Milbank Area Cross Country September 9, 2026 0
The Augustana Twilight, a race that draws over 5,000 athletes, always teams with talented competitors, but the 2026 event added an extra challenge. The heatwave that scorched Sioux Falls last Friday, September 4, sent temperatures rocketing to 99 degrees along with high humidity. Officials scrambled to redo race schedules,... Read more
Bulldogs Take First and Lady Bulldogs Take Second at Breathe Easy
Milbank Area Cross Country September 2, 2026 0
The Bulldogs cross country teams started the 2026 season by hosting their annual Breathe Easy Invitational at Whetstone Creek Golf Course in Milbank on Thursday, August 27. Senior Jeter Scoular, who improved his finish by 38 seconds from last year, took second place in the boys division. Sophomore Ella... Read more
MHS Cross Country Team Earns End-of-Season Awards
Milbank Area Cross Country December 4, 2025 0
The MHS 2025 Cross Country Team, coached by Eric Townsend, presented its end-of-of season awards. Coach Townsend also thanked many individuals and groups for their support during the season. He and the team expressed their gratitude for Whetstone Creek Golf Course for allowing us to host our home meets,... Read more
