Widener, Setzler Named Southland Cross Country Athletes of the WeekQuote:
FRISCO, Texas - UT Arlington sophomore Cody Widener and Central Arkansas freshman Erika Setzler were named the Southland Conference men's and women's cross country athletes of the week, respectively by vote of the league's sports information directors Tuesday.
Men's Cross Country Athlete of the Week - Cody Widener
A native of Tomball, Texas, Widener led the men's team finishing one spot shy of the top 10 with an 11th place finish and a time of 21:21.88 at the UTA Season Opener Saturday morning at Vandergriff Park in Arlington, Texas.
Honorable Mention: Michael Allen, Central Arkansas.
Women's Cross Country Athlete of the Week - Erika Setzler
In her first collegiate meet, Setzler placed second at the UALR Invitational on the Rebsamen Golf Course on Friday evening. A native of Conway, Ark., Setzler finished the 5K race in 19:22.83, for an average of 6:14 per mile.
Honorable Mention: Emily Koenig, UT Arlington.
Congrats!