The Mt. Vernon Rams Cross Country Team (pictured below) is this week’s Josh Finley Country Financial Ram of the Week from WMIX Sports!

The Rams placed 5th overall at the IHSA Class 2A Mattoon Sectional on Saturday, November 1, earning their fourth consecutive trip to the IHSA State Finals.

Senior Joel Hayes (pictured in feature image) led the way with an outstanding 7th place finish in 15:25.5, followed by strong performances from Trace Elliott (21st, 15:51.0) and Carson Workman (25th, 15:53.5). Also scoring for the Rams were Liam Brandon (54th, 16:30.7), Jayden Jones (63rd, 16:40.2), Rowan Wilford (66th, 16:44.4), and Eli Johnston (82nd, 17:01.9).

Congratulations to Coach Turner and the Rams on another stellar season and we wish them continued success at the state level!