Alexis Wade, Farwell cross country, Sr.

On the course: Coming off an outstanding track season last spring, Wade has carried that momentum into the fall with a dominant cross country season. Following a District 3-2A individual championship, Wade outlasted the pack to win the Region I-2A individual championship with a time of 12:06.8. Thanks to Wade and teammate Ava Jaime, the Lady Blue were also able to finish fourth as a team and qualify for the UIL Class 2A state meet.

Wade has now advanced to the state cross country championships, which is set for Friday morning at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, for a fourth straight year.

Coach Joe Crabb: “Alexis training habits are always locked in. I don’t see many athletes like her. She is serious about every aspect of her running, her training and her diet. She trains and runs constantly to where have to tell her to it’s alright to take a break. It was awesome to see her win the regional championship. Her and Ava gave us a chance and we were excited to make it as a team. I’m looking forward now to seeing what Alexis and this team can do at state. I know she is going to leave it all out there one last time.”

Wade: “To win the regional championship meant so much to me. This is something I’ve been working toward since my freshman year. I’ve been a lot better mentally and I’ve trained harder than I ever have to be in this position. Having someone to run with like Ava (Jamie) helps me. My goal now is to go down to state knowing I’m going to give it all I have and leave it all out there and see what happens.”

About Wade

Favorite band or musician: Elevation Rhythm

Favorite social media platform: Instagram

Favorite athlete: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone

Bet you didn’t know She loves to bake healthy snacks.

Parents: Nathan and Krystal Wade.