Gallant

Benjamin Hoekstra chose Caleb DenHartigh for the honor of The Gallant. He chose Caleb because he’s made significant improvement this year. He’s always positive, always having a good time, and always making others smile. He pushes himself and those around him to reach for their best. He’s a good friend and great teammate Congratulation Caleb! […]

Nate chose to honor Benjamin Hoekstra. Ben displays what UCXC ought to be. He’s been encouraging not just to Nate, but to everyone on the team. He’s witnessed his progress in strength and speed. He portrays dedication, encouragement and leadership. Congratulation Big Ben! Kylie Schelhaas chose Addison Essebaggers this week for the honor of the

Todd Leatherman singled out Nate Oosterhouse to honor with the Gallant Award this week. As the top runner on the boys team, not many can keep up with him. This means Nate must often times train alone. Chosen early in the season by those on the team to be a captain, Nate’s patience and disciplined

Caden Leatherman chose to honor his big-brother Todd Leatherman this week. Many not realize this about Todd, but he spends 13 hours a day at school. From the classroom to Cross Country practice, from XC to the musical. On the weekends it’s Long Run Saturday, or a meet. In practice, it’s full max effort. And

Tyler Bakhuyzen chose to recognize Caden Leatherman this week. You may have seen Caden screaming his brains out along the course while cheering on his teammates. Caden brings that same intensity when he goes to work at practice, and brings others along with him even as a freshman. He’s made giant contributions to the team

Lukas Wierenga chose to pass along the Gallant award this week to Tyler Bakhuyzen. Tyler is one of those guys who is always pushing himself to do more. He’ll do one more mile, or one more repeat even if it means leaving the group and going out on his own. Tyler takes the ‘Always be

Evan Miedema chose Lukas Wierenga this week for the Gallant Award. Evan chose Lukas because he had been consistently impressed with his work ethic. He was always “doing the things” as coach puts it. Congratulations Lukas! Ana Beimers chose Katelynn Boyd for this week. Katelynn has a drive to succeed that impressed Ana as well

We’re recognizing Eli Ernst and Sierra Grooters as this week’s Gallant Award recipients. This first week the coaches select the athletes they feel are deserving of the award. There were many well-deserved athletes, so choosing only one was very difficult! Eli Ernst selected Evan Miedema for his grit and leadership on the Cauldron workout. He

We’re recognizing Eli Ernst and Sierra Grooters as this week’s Gallant Award recipients. This first week the coaches select the athletes they feel are deserving of the award. There were many well-deserved athletes, so choosing only one was very difficult! Coach Rotman selected Eli Ernst based on his leadership he demonstrated from the very beginning