Iola-Scandinavia secures 5th place at Manitowoc Meet

Ben Beck delivered a standout performance on Saturday, Oct. 26, clinching the sectional title at the WIAA Boys Division 3 Cross Country Championship at Meadow Links Golf Course. Beck’s first-place finish, clocking in at 16:51.5, earned him the championship title and punched his ticket to next weekend’s state meet in Wisconsin Rapids.

The talented Iola-Scandinavia team placed fifth overall out of 14 competing schools, showcasing individual brilliance and collective effort.

While Ben Beck undoubtedly stole the spotlight with his stellar win, other members of the Iola-Scandinavia squad also put in commendable performances. Jack Beck crossed the finish line 14th with a time of 17:58.9, earning a top-15 spot. Close behind was Henry Vater, who took 21st place, completing the 5K course in 18:18.2. Meanwhile, Evan Linjer finished 25th, recording a solid time of 18:37.0.

With his sectional triumph, Ben Beck will now shift his focus to the state championship in Wisconsin Rapids, set for Saturday, Nov. 2. This will be an exciting opportunity for Beck to test his skills against the top runners in the state and continue his stellar season.