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News Article: WCC Looking for Cross Country Runners

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- 10/11/07

Whatcom Community College, a two year institution located in Bellingham, is looking for more men and women cross country and track & field athletes to come compete for the Orcas and help them build a tradition of excellence and success!

In just its first year of competition Whatcom placed 5th (Men) and 8th (Women) out of 16 teams at the NWAACC Cross Country Championships. (3 states of community college schools) Whatcoms top male runner Damian Hill lead the way by placing 6th at the championships receiving All American honors. Cory Jenkins (Lynden high 06') placed 12th earning All Star status. Alison Bartosch (Squalicum high 06') lead the womens team with an 18th place finish. Head Men and Women's XC coach Joel Pearson was named North Region Coach of the year!

Scholarships Available: Whatcom has partial, half and full ride scholarships available for both men and women athletes who wish to compete for the Orcas. No age to old or speed to slow to compete for the Orcas. Don't waste your talent! Take this opportunity now!

For more information please contact:

Joel Pearson

Head Men & Women's XC / Track & Field Coach

Whatcom Community College

(360) 223-0264 / jrap85@msn.com

www.whatcom.ctc.edu

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