Hermantown Eighth-Grader Achieves Top Finish at State Cross Country Meet
Eighth-grader Nora Lucarelli from Hermantown secured fifth place at the MSHSL state cross country meet held at Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake, marking the best individual finish for a Northland athlete. Her performance also contributed to the Hermantown…
Duluth Superior, MN, November 7, 2026 — Eighth-grader Nora Lucarelli of Hermantown achieved a significant milestone at the MSHSL state cross country meet, securing fifth place in the Class AA competition. The event took place at Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake.
Lucarelli’s fifth-place finish marks the highest individual placement for an athlete from the Northland region at this state meet. Her performance was a key factor in the overall success of the Hermantown girls’ cross country team.
The Hermantown girls’ team also recorded a notable achievement, finishing ninth in the Class AA team standings. This placement represents the highest team finish among all Northland entries at the competition.
The MSHSL state cross country meet is an annual event that brings together top high school athletes from across the state to compete in various classifications. The results reflect the dedication and performance of student-athletes throughout the season.
Story summarized from the original created by Staff reports on www.duluthnewstribune.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
