MSSU’s Genel receives MIAA accolades after Chile Pepper Festival
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Lilah Genel from Missouri Southern State University has been recognized as the MIAA Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week after her impressive performance at the 2025 Chile Pepper Festival. Running a personal best of 17:36.60 in the women's 5K, she secured a fifth-place finish among non-Division I athletes and ranked 41st overall out of 278 competitors. This achievement not only highlights Genel's dedication and talent but also brings attention to the growing strength of the cross country program at MSSU.
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