Fort Lewis College Athletics

Fankhouser to represent Skyhawks on national stage

12/1/2022 11:41:00 AM

By: Angela Roberts, Assistant AD - Communications

DURANGO, Colo. – For the first time since the 2017 season, the Skyhawks will be represented at the NCAA Division II Cross Country Championships courtesy of an at-large bid for junior Katie Fankhouser.

Fankhouser was one of 24 athletes at the Division II level to earn an at-large bid to the NCAA Championships which kicks off tomorrow at 12:15 p.m. at Chambers Creek Regional Park in University Place, Washington. A live stream of the championships will begin at 11:00 a.m. and through the conclusion of the awards ceremony.

Whalen Lobby Watch Party
The Fort Lewis College Department of Athletics is excited to announce that there will be a watch party in the lobby of Whalen Gymnasium tomorrow (Friday, December 2) beginning at 11:30 p.m. Fans are invited to join us in cheering on Fankhouser as she aims for All-American honors. There will be light snacks and refreshments available for those in attendance. Join us in celebrating the success of Fankhouser and the women's cross country team on the biggest stage.

Fankhouser's 2022 Progression
It's no secret that Fankhouser was built to compete on the biggest stages. A world-class freestyle kayaker, she has traveled the world representing Team USA in international competitions. Riddled by injury early in her Skyhawks career, the junior is now healthy, and it shows in her performance this season.

Career Progression

Scouting the Championships Field
Fankhouser's 11^th-place finish at the NCAA Division II South Central Regionals two weeks ago is a good indicator of how she will fare at the Championships. Competing in the most elite running region in the country, she has put herself up against the nation's top contenders heading into the grand finale.

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